Stages in the development of NOS
Occupational Mapping: The task involves identifying the main parties involved in the telecommunications sector and gaining an understanding of their organizational structure.
Functional Analysis: Conduct an examination of the tasks individuals are expected to perform as part of their job and determine the desired outcomes these individuals should accomplish.
Development of NOS: This process includes integrating performance criteria, as well as the necessary knowledge, understanding, and skills related to a specific job.
Approval of NOS: The validation will be carried out by a diverse range of industry players (at least 10 employers per category) and subsequently by the Qualification Ratification Committee (QRC) at NSDC.
Supporting the Implementation of NOS: All key stakeholders will actively drive the validation and implementation of the occupational standards.
Maintain relevance and currency of NOS: The development process will consider the current requirements of the industry. Regular reviews will be conducted to ensure the occupational standards remain up-to-date.