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Job Requirements
An appropriate SAQA recognised Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 7) relevant to the specific field plus a minimum of 5 years experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Knowledge of and experience in high level planning financial and personnel management. He or she will provide strategic leadership in the Directorate. Experience and knowledge of quality assurance systems, curriculum and general education policy and legislation is a requirement. An in-depth 165 understanding of international trends in systemic assessments and evaluations would be an added advantage. The successful candidate should display ability to work as part of a team, good communication and writing skills. Competencies: Sound knowledge of and experience in education and/or public sector management, as well as interactions between the various role players in the education sector. Sufficient knowledge and understanding or current national and provincial education and public service policies. Distinct competence and a proven track record in the areas of participative style of management and leadership, organizational development, policy formulation, as well as performance management and evaluation. Proven negotiation skills and experience in conflict resolution. Computer literacy. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of role players both in writing and verbally. A strong interest in the development of the education system. Valid driver’s license. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a relevant technical exercise. Please
Duties
The Department of Education seeks to employ a dynamic leader as Director for the Quality Assurance Directorate. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the evaluation of the system. He/ she will drive the implementation of systemic assessments, whole school evaluation and support schools to improve on the quality of the delivery of education. He or she will also be a member of the management structure of the Department, and will be expected to contribute at that level. Develop and maintain a quality Assurance system and manage all systems concerning examinations. Conduct systematic evaluation on all levels of the education system. Promote the improved performance of learners at all learners’ sites. Manage systems concerning public examination, which includes the co-.ordination of matters pertaining to Grade 9 and 12 and ABET level 4 exams, as well as all matters regarding the computerized examination system. Render support services for all types of examinations and the administration thereof.
What is the Salary
R1 266 714 per annum, an all-inclusive remuneration package. The package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs. The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance. 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.
Location
Head Office, Mbombela
How to Apply
Ms. L Goba Tel No: (013) 766 5811
Postal address: The Head of Department, Department of Education, Private Bag X11341, 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/o9MBmwvn3xDFCSub8
Apply Before:
4/2/2026
Reference No:
A2/011
Additional Information
With effect from 1 April 2020, an individual may only qualify for appointment at SMS level provided that said official has successfully completed a Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme and that he/she can produce the required Pre-entry Certificate as issued by the National School of Governance (NSG) on her/his own cost. For further information related to the on-line course, interested officials are advised to contact nyukela@thensg.gov.za. 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