Job Requirements
An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) as recognised by SAQA in Public Management or equivalent qualification. Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in the relevant field. A sound understanding of and the ability to grasp the Public Service policies and regulations, including the Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations and education related policies and initiatives. Valid driver’s license. Knowledge of executive office management priorities will 102 be an added advantage. Excellent leadership-, interpersonal and motivational skills. Good written and verbal communications skills. Good report writing skills. Executive office management skills. Comprehensive knowledge of the public service and education sector related legislation and the legal and labour implications thereof. Proven ability to plan, manage and delegate as well as monitor public administrative functions. Innovative, analytical and creative thinking. Knowledge of budget planning and -control. Applied strategic thinking, especially in terms of conflict management. Creative assertiveness. Condition: Appointment will be subject to competency assessment. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the
Duties
Function as Office Manager and co-ordinator in the office of the Branch Manager (DDG) Curriculum, in respect of the following core functions: Management of General Education and Training- and Further Education and Training including ECD services. Co-ordination of districts. Design, develop and maintain an orderly and efficient system of reception, administration, office information system and archive in the office of the DDG. Receive, acknowledge and channel all correspondence relating to the office of the DDG, to relevant components for attention, pend and follow up where necessary. Facilitate the gathering of information, and prepare and submit reports as required. Co- ordinate meetings with stakeholders/institutions, accompany the DDG to meetings, visits and other engagements as and when required, and ensure adequate research and briefing to facilitate meeting of the DDG’s obligations. Promote sound financial management within the area of responsibility in as far as budgeting and expenditure for the office of the DDG is concerned. Promote efficient and effective service delivery to clients, and maintain confidentiality as required. Develop, manage and maintain efficient linkages between the office of the Branch Manager and all internal and external departmental stakeholders.
What is the Salary
R896 436 per.annum. (An all-inclusive remuneration package) The package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs.
Location
Head Office, Mbombela
How to Apply
Mr. J Mkhwanazi Tel: (013) 766 0992
Postal address: The Head of Department, Department of Education, Private Bag x 11341, Nelspruit, 1200. For Attention: Mr. J Ngomane / Ms. C Mkhatshwa / Ms. SR Ndzinisa / Mr. X Sifunda, HR Recruitment Applications may also be placed (recorded in the register) in the application container located at the Security Desk, Upper Ground, Ikhamanga Building of the Riverside Government Complex, Mbombela or uploaded on the following link: https://forms.gle/o9MBmwvn3xDFCSub10
Apply Before:
4/30/2026
Reference No:
A3/017
Additional Information
Appointment will be subject to competency assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and technical exercise the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.