FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION VACANCIES

​NOTE : Advertising of vacant public servant posts: Elementary Education & development conditional grant: HRA circular ps 11 of 2025: Free State provincial government: provincial administration: Free State Department of Education It is the intention to promote representativity in the Department through the filling of these posts. The candidature of applicants from designated groups, especially in respect of people with disabilities, will receive preference. Applicants must apply using the NEW Z83 form which can be downloaded at http://www.dpsa.gov.za/dpsa2g/vacancies.asp. From 1 January 2021 should an application be received using the incorrect application form for employment (Z83), it will not be considered. Please ensure to complete ALL fields on the new Z83 application form. A recent comprehensive, detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) containing, inter alia, a complete chronological record of training, experience, competencies, and previous employment record as well as the names and telephone numbers of three persons willing to act as referees. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must only submit the Z83 and curriculum vitae (Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents). All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks on criminal records, citizenship verification, financial records, qualification verification and applicants could be required to provide consent for access to their social media accounts. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Separate applications must be submitted for every vacancy. N.B.: Please note that: Incomplete and late applications will not be considered (applications posted, couriered, and received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered). The onus is on the applicants to ensure that their applications are posted, e-mailed or hand-delivered timeously. Failure to comply with the procedure outlined above, will lead to an application being rejected. Applicants are requested to complete the new Z83 form properly which must be authenticated by a signature and initialled on both pages and clearly quoting the relevant Ref No number for each post applied for. Applicants are informed that applications, copies of qualifications and CVs will not be returned; Applicants who terminated their services with voluntary severance packages may not apply; salary progression on the salary scales is subject to performance assessment; The FSDoE reserves the right not to fill advertised positions. It is expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place determined by the Free State Department of Education. It is the applicants’ responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Non-RSA residents/permanent residents will submit proof only when shortlisted. Applicants are respectfully informed that if no notification of appointment is received within 4 months of the closing date, they must accept that their application has been unsuccessful. Please note it might be expected of short-listed applicants to complete a project. Successful candidates on level 13 and higher must undergo a Competency test. Introduction and general measures: NB: as of 1st July 2006, all new appointments in the public service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government Medical Subsidy. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted applicants. Entry-level requirement for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Human Resource Management and Development on Public Service Professionalization Volume 1, a requirement for appointment into SMS posts is the successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The Course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Certificate to be submitted prior to appointment.

​MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: ELEMENTARY EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT REF NO: PS11/2025/01 
SALARY : R1 266 714 – R1 492 122 per annum. (level 13) An all-inclusive salary packages the total package includes 70% basic salary, a state contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines. This appointment is subject to the signing of an Annual Performance Agreement and obtaining a security clearance. 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein, Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognized by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). 5 Years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Recommendations: Valid Code B/EB Drivers license. Pre-entry certificate for the Senior Management Services to be submitted prior to appointment. Strong conceptual and formulation skills; strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership and co-ordination of complex applications; strong interpersonal skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills; outstanding planning, organizational and people management skills; computer literacy; a highly developed interpretative and conceptualization/ formulation ability; the ability to render advice and guidance in an objective and dedicated manner; The ability to multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage under rapidly changing and pressurized circumstances; the ability to persuade and influence; the ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers and ability to deal with complex situations. 
 
DUTIES : Key Responsibilities: Ensure effective and efficient coordination and overall management of the ECD service in the province. To manage the implementation of strategic plan, Annual Performance Plan and the Operational Plan. To manage the performance of the unit in term of the Children’s Act 38 of 2005 pertaining to partial care and Child Protection as well as the implementation of the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) and all other applicable legislations in the ECD sector. Ensure proper Financial management and coordination in the ECD sector in line with the PFMA and related policies. Monitor and ensure timely transfer payments to ECDs. Ensure proper planning, coordination of professional development of Social Workers and ECD practitioners in the ECD sector. To ensure that Partial care database/registers are in place and monitored. Ensure that all ECD service is uploaded on the agreed upon Learner Management System. Ensure that capacity building support programs and training are conducted and monitored for ECD management and governance and output assessed. Ensure that the district quarterly review sessions are arranged and guidance is provided on the expected outcomes. Ensure the expansion of the ECD service within the province by providing the necessary support across the districts. Facilitate Inter-Sectoral Coordination to improve and better the ECD service. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. ET Montso Tel No: (051) 404 8426 
APPLICATIONS : erecruitment1@fseducation.gov.za

OTHER POSTS
 
 
SOCIAL WORKER POLICY DEVELOPMENT: GRADE 1: REF NO: PS11/2025/02 
Permanent Grant Post: Elementary Education & Development Directorate 
SALARY : R453 201 – R506 868 per annum (OSD). A basic annual salary 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Formal Tertiary Qualification in Social Work (e.g. Bachelor of Social Work) that allows professional registration with the South African Council for Social Service Professions, Compulsory registration with SACSSP as a Social Worker, A minimum of 8 years appropriate experience in Social Work after registration as a Social Worker with SACSSP. A valid driving license. Grade 2: A minimum of 18 years appropriate experience in social work after registration as Social Worker with the SACSSP of which 10 years must be appropriate experience in Social Work Policy Development. Recommendations: Must be able to generate ideas and innovative approaches in order To contribute solutions to problems. Must be able to work effectively and cooperatively with persons of diverse backgrounds. Must be able to write formal documentations (i.e., reports) and communicate verbally through the selection of relevant delivery mechanisms. Must be able to identify, define problems, analyze situations, apply critical thinking and develop solutions. Must be able manage and build cohesive work teams , work effectively within teams including social work teams, multidisciplinary teams and multi- sectoral teams. Must be able to operationalize and implement the strategic imperatives and policies. Must be able to build and maintain a network of professional relations. Must be able to plan and organize the work of the work unit and groups. Must be able to plan and manage projects in order to deliver on time, within cost and at the required quality level. Must demonstrate social work values and the principles of human rights and social justice. 
 
DUTIES : Key Responsibilities: Develop, implement and maintain social work policies, Ensure that supervisees challenge structural sources of poverty, inequality, oppression, discrimination and exclusion. Demonstrate an in depth understanding of complex and advanced human behaviour and social systems. Intervene efficiently and effectively at the points where people interact with their environment in order to promote social wellbeing. Assist, advocate and empower individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities to enhance their social functioning and their problem-solving capacities, prevent and alleviate distress and use resource efficiently and effectively. Provide social work services towards protecting people who are vulnerable, at risk and unable to protect themselves. Conduct social work research. Monitor, evaluate and quality assure all policies and legislation. Provide support to stakeholders. Review, develop, interpret, apply, provide guidance, analyze impact on social work policies, legislation, related legal and ethical social work practices and ensure that new policies are understood and implemented. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Tladi Tel No: (066) 0159 086 
APPLICATIONS : erecruitment2@fseducation.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTRES: REF NR PS11/2025/03 
Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 
SALARY : R468 459 – R561 894.per annum (Level 9). A basic annual salary 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year degree/diploma or equivalent qualification with Civil/Building construction as a subject. (NQF Level 6) Applicable experience at a supervisory level. Computer literacy and valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the Administration of the ECD Infrastructure grant. Management of subordinates. Manage and compile reports 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Tladi Tel No: (066) 0159 086 
APPLICATIONS : erecruitment2@fseducation.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTRES:REF NR PS11/2025/04 
Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 
SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959.per annum (Level 7) A basic annual salary 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein, Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate 3-year degree/diploma or equivalent qualification with financial subjects. (NQF Level 6) Computer literacy and valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Chief User duties related to Supply Chain Management i.e. requisitioning and payments. Financial Management duties such as budgeting, commitment register and monthly compliance reporting. Supervising admin clerks. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Tladi Tel No: (066) 0159 086 
APPLICATIONS : erecruitment4@fseducation.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER: EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTRES: REF NR PS11/2025/05: (5 POSTS)
Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 
SALARY : R325 101 – R382 959.per annum (Level 7) A basic annual salary 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein, Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An applicable 3-year diploma or equivalent qualification in Building or Mechanical or Electrical or N3 with passed trade test or National Diploma in Engineering. 2 -3 years relevant experience and a Valid Driver’s license 
 
DUTIES : Key Responsibilities: Develop and interpret plans and sketches. Prepare specifications and bill of quantities for maintenance and minor new work. Inspect new and/or maintenance work undertaken on project sites to ensure that it is being done in compliance with all relevant regulations and legislation and that proper quality control is maintained. Compile an estimate of repairs and costs for minor new work and maintenance work to be undertaken. Advise and guide contractors in respect of compliance to legislation and procedures. Verify invoices and certify progress of payments. Brief contractors on projects and certify claims for fees. Ensure effective contract administration. Facilitate and resolve problems emanating from projects and develop progress reports on projects. Ensure that SLA’s are signed between the Department and the ECD centre. Gather and submit information in terms of the extended public works programme. Perform supervisory functions. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Tladi Tel No: (066) 0159 086 
APPLICATIONS : erecruitment3@fseducation.gov.za
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK: EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CENTRES: REF NR PS11/2025/06 
Physical Resource Planning and Property Management Directorate 
SALARY : R228 321 – R268 950.per annum (Level 5) A basic annual salary 
CENTRE : Bloemfontein, Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS : Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. Recommendations: Knowledge of Computer (Excel and Word) will be essential. 
 
DUTIES : Assist with general office administration in the office of ECD Centres. Handling of files, typing and keeping records up to date, handling telephone enquiries and any other admin official duties as may be assigned. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr L Tladi Tel No: (066) 0159 086 
APPLICATIONS : erecruitment4@fseducation.gov.za