REQUIREMENTS :Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Speech Therapist. None after registration with the HPCSA if the profession is required. An in-depth knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies and an ability to promote inclusive education which includes promoting access to quality public funded education for learners with disabilities. Experience in working as part of a team and collaborating with stakeholders as well as in coordinating education and other support for learners with disabilities will be an added advantage. Able to take initiative, work under pressure and be a problem-solver if and when necessary. The incumbent will function as part of the District- based Support Team with the specific responsibility of providing transversal outreach services to care centres and special school that include learners with severe to profound intellectual disabilities (LSPID). The job involves travelling and therefore a valid driver’s license is a requirement. The applicant must have advanced computer skills. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a test and will be subjected to a security clearance.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES :As a member of the transversal team, the incumbent will collaborate with team members in the provision of support to designated schools and care centres on an itinerant basis. Support to be provided will include: Assessment of LSPID enrolled in the schools/ care centres; provision of relevant therapeutic intervention to learners and families; monitoring and reporting on these learner’s progress; training caregivers on learning programme for LSPID ; monitoring and reporting caregiver’s implementation of the learning programme for LSPID; training and supporting teachers, on learning programme for LSPID; monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the learning programme in designated schools and care centres; advocating for access to quality public funded education for LSPID and carrying out administrative functions related to the support provided.
 

 
 
PSYCHOLOGISTS (1-YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
DESCRIPTION : Psychosocial Support Unit (LSPID Conditional Grant)
SALARY SCALE : OSD for Psychologists (Grade 1) R633 702 – R703 314
SALARY NOTCH : R633 702
CENTRE :Mthatha District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 408/2018), Port Elizabeth District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 409/2018), Queenstown District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 4010/2018), KWT District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 411/2018)
 
REQUIREMENTS :Applicants must be in position of an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as a Psychologist in a relevant registration category. No experience is required if registered with HPCSA in respect of RSA Psychologists who performed Community Service or 1-year relevant experience in respect of foreign qualified Psychologists. An in-depth knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies and an ability to promote inclusive education which includes promoting access to quality public funded education for learners with disabilities. Ability to work as part of a team and collaborating with stakeholders. Able to take initiative, work under pressure and be a problem- solver if and when necessary. Experience in coordinating education and other support for learners with disabilities will be an added advantage. The incumbent will function as part of the District- based Support Team with the specific responsibility of providing transversal outreach services to care centres and special school that include learners with severe to profound intellectual disabilities (LSPID). The job involves travelling and therefore a valid driver’s license is a requirement. The applicant must have advanced computer skills. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a test and will be subjected to a security clearance.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES :As a member of the transversal team, the incumbent will collaborate with team members in the provision of support to designated schools and care centres on an itinerant basis. Support to be provided will include: Assessment of LSPID enrolled in the schools/ care centres; provision of relevant therapeutic intervention to learners and families; monitoring and reporting on these learner’s progress; training caregivers on learning Programme for LSPID ; monitoring and reporting caregiver’s implementation of the learning programme for LSPID; training and supporting teachers, on learning programme for LSPID; monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the learning programme in designated schools and care centres; advocating for access to quality public funded education for LSPID and carrying out administrative functions related to the support provided.
 
 
 
 
 
SES (LEARNING SUPPORT SPECIALIST) (1-YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
DESCRIPTION : Special Needs
SALARY SCALE : R367 773 – R836 139
SALARY NOTCH : R367 773
CENTRE :Mthatha District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 412/2018), Port Elizabeth District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 413/2018), Queenstown District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 414/2018), Kwt District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 415/2018)
 
REQUIREMENTS :Applicants must be in possession of a recognized 3 or 4-year qualification which includes professional teacher education. A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate work experience. They should be registered with the South African Council of Educators (SACE) as professional educator and have in-depth knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies. The incumbent must be able to promote inclusive education which includes promoting access to quality public funded education for learners with disability. They should have experience in working as part of a team and collaborating stakeholders. They should be able to take initiatives, work under pressure and problem solve if and when needed. Experience in coordinating education and other support for learners with disabilities will be an added advantage. The incumbent will function as part of the District- based Support Team with the specific responsibility of providing transversal outreach services to care centres and special schools that include learners with severe to profound intellectual disability(LSPID). The job involves travelling and therefore a valid driver’s license is a requirement. The applicant must have advanced computer skills.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES :As a member of the transversal team, the incumbent will collaborate with team members in the provision of education support to designated schools and care centres on an iterant basis. Support to be provided will include: Assessment of LSPID enrolled in the schools/care centres, provision of relevant therapeutic intervention to learners and families; monitoring and reporting on these learner’s progress; training care givers on learning programme for LSPID, monitoring and reporting care givers implementation of the Learning Programme for LSPID, training and supporting teachers, on Learning Programme for LSPID, monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the Learning Programme in designated school and care centres, advocating for access to quality public funded education for LSPID and carrying out administrative functions related to the support provided.
 
 
 
 
 
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (1-YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
DESCRIPTION : Psychosocial Support Unit (LSPID Conditional Grant)
SALARY SCALE : R414 069 – R459 558
SALARY NOTCH : R414 069
CENTRE :Mthatha District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 416/2018), Port Elizabeth District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 417/2018), Queenstown District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 418/2018), Kwt District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 419/2018), East London (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 420/2018)
 
REQUIREMENTS :Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA if the profession is required. An in-depth knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies and an ability to promote inclusive education which includes promoting access to quality public funded education for learners with disabilities. Experience in working as part of a team and collaborating with stakeholders as well as in coordinating education and other support for learners with disabilities will be an added advantage. Able to take initiative, work under pressure and be a problem-solver if and when necessary. The incumbent will function as part of the District- based Support Team with the specific responsibility of providing transversal outreach services to care centres and special school that include learners with severe to profound intellectual disabilities (LSPID). The job involves travelling and therefore a valid driver’s license is a requirement. The applicant must have advanced computer skills. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a test and will be subjected to a security clearance.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES :As a member of the transversal team, the incumbent will collaborate with team members in the provision of support to designated schools and care centres on an itinerant basis. Support to be provided will include: Assessment of LSPID enrolled in the schools/ care centres; provision of relevant therapeutic intervention to learners and families; monitoring and reporting on these learner’s progress; training caregivers on learning Programme for LSPID ; monitoring and reporting caregiver’s implementation of the learning Programme for LSPID; training and supporting teachers, on learning Programme for LSPID; monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the learning Programme in designated schools and care centres; advocating for access to quality public funded education for LSPID and carrying out administrative functions related to the support provided.
 
 
 
 
 
PHYSIOTHERAPIST (1 – YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
DESCRIPTION : Psychosocial Support Unit (LSPID Conditional Grant)
SALARY SCALE : R414 069 – R459 558
SALARY NOTCH : R414 069
CENTRE :Mthatha District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 421/2018), Port Elizabeth District (1 Post) (Ref Edu 422/2018), Queenstown District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 423/2018), KWT District (1 Post) (Ref: Edu 424/2018)
 
REQUIREMENTS :Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate qualification that allows registration with the HPCSA as an Occupational Therapist. A minimum of 3 years’ appropriate experience after registration with the HPCSA if the profession is required. An in-depth knowledge and understanding of education legislation and policies and an ability to promote inclusive education which includes promoting access to quality public funded education for learners with disabilities. Experience in working as part of a team and collaborating with stakeholders as well as in coordinating education and other support for learners with disabilities will be an added advantage. Able to take initiative, work under pressure and be a problem-solver if and when necessary. The incumbent will function as part of the District- based Support Team with the specific responsibility of providing transversal outreach services to care centres and special school that include learners with severe to profound intellectual disabilities (LSPID). The job involves travelling and therefore a valid driver’s license is a requirement. The applicant must have advanced computer skills. Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a test.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES :As a member of the transversal team, the incumbent will collaborate with team members in the provision of support to designated schools and care centres on an itinerant basis. Support to be provided will include: Assessment of LSPID enrolled in the schools/ care centres; provision of relevant therapeutic intervention to learners and families; monitoring and reporting on these learner’s progress; training caregivers on learning Programme for LSPID ; monitoring and reporting caregiver’s implementation of the learning Programme for LSPID; training and supporting teachers, on learning Programme for LSPID; monitoring and reporting on the implementation of the learning Programme in designated schools and care centres; advocating for access to quality public funded education for LSPID and carrying out administrative functions related to the support provided
 
 
 
 
 
PROJECT OFFICERS (1 - YEAR RENEWABLE CONTRACT)
DESCRIPTION : National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP)
SALARY SCALE : R334 545 – R404 121
SALARY NOTCH : R334 545
CENTRE : Head Office – Zwelitsha (3 Posts) (Ref: Edu 425/2018)
 
REQUIREMENTS :A minimum of five (05) years’ experience in the Project Management environment be it Public, State Owned Enterprises or Private. A minimum of three year’s supervisory experience. A three year post matric qualification in a University or University of Technology, formerly known as a Technikon with Project Management as a Major. An advanced qualification in computer applications/ICT. A tertiary qualification in either the Horticulture, Health, Environmental Health or Food and Beverage field. An unendorsed valid driver’s license.
Additional Requirements: An ability to work long hours, travel long distances, reach out to rural environments and be away from home for extended periods of time.
Competencies:Advanced Computer Presentation skills. Advanced Data Management skills. Report writing skills. Networking skills. People and knowledge management skills. Good inter-personal relations/team player.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES :Constitute a project management unit at Head Office and the twelve Districts through the two Clusters. Under the stewardship of Chief Education Specialist-National School Nutrition Programme (CES-NSNP) understudy the Technical Support Entity contracted for the envisaged roll out of the Small Holder Farmer Procurement Model. Provide project management expertise for current projects such as Small Holder Farmer Pilot, Deworming of Grades R-7 Learners and Hand Washing, Sanitation and Oral Hygiene (WASH) as well as for future projects such as Individual Targeting of learners for NSNP beneficiation in Quintiles 4 and 5 schools AND rolling out of Breakfast in all Quintile 1-3 Schools. Initiate any other project as may be required including establishing and “standardizing” project management processes, which can reduce the upfront time and cost of initiating each project. Build the capacity of Districts and Schools around running and imminent NSNP projects. Forge networks and partnerships with relevant stakeholders. As part of the ECDoE accountability value addition cooperate with the relevant knowledge management unit to contribute to the centralized repository of project management knowledge, best practices and resources. Mobilize project resources for specific projects activities, such as initial Project Planning; Project Monitoring and performance measurements; and review of project deliverables. 
 
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ENQUIRIES : Mrs. NT Sipahlanga (040-6084064)/Mr. TK Dimbaza (040-6084548)
 
CLOSING DATE : 04 June 2018
 
DIRECTIONS TO CANDIDATES
1) Applicants are required to submit a completed Z83 form obtainable from any Government institution.
Certified copies of the required qualifications and Curriculum Vitae must accompany this form.
Applicants must quote on their application the number of this circular, post numbers and school where the vacancy is. Only candidates who in all respects meet the advertised requirements will be considered.
If you do not receive any response from the Department within 60 days of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
 
2) Please forward your application for the attention of Director: Human Resource Administration ONLY for positions in Head Office-Zwelitsha, quoting the relevant reference number, Department of Education, Private Bag X0032, Bhisho 5605 and to the relevant District Director for positions in Districts. A list with addresses of District Offices is attached.
 
Note!!
Applications received after closing date will not be considered. No faxed applications will be accepted.
 
To obtain more information on requirements and functions: www.ecdoe.gov.za