GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za.  Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview process, recommended candidate (s) to attend to generic SMS competency assessment as mandated by DPSA. The logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a security clearance. Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the underrepresented groups as per the GDE Employment Equity Targets. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: DISTRICT OPERATION MANAGEMENT (SEDIBENG & WESTRAND) REF NO: HO2021/10/01 
(5 Years Fixed Term Contract Performance Based) 
Branch: Curriculum Management & Delivery 
SALARY : R1 251 183 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Sedibeng West 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in Education/ Public Management/Public Administration, with at least a minimum of 5 years senior management experience. Proven management skills in education management or equivalent. Knowledge of advance analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the prescripts of the Public Service, Education Policies and strategies. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Service Delivery Innovation, People Management and Empowerment Client Orientation and Customer focus Communication, Computer literate and ability to work under pressure. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. 
 
DUTIES : To oversee the management of district planning and resourcing. Facilitate the development of a consolidated operational plan for the Chief Directorate, district operations management that is aligned to the business objectives, goals and approved budget. Ensure the filling of vacant posts to achieve the departmental mandate. Oversee programmes within the District Offices to ascertain implementation and expenditure of the budget allocations. Monitor the implementation and propose the review of the Districts organisational structure to address service delivery requirements. Coordinate and oversee HR and Financial administration support services to the district and circuit teams. Manage, monitor and support district performance. Develop, implement and maintain a framework/programme against which the District performance can be evaluated and monitored. Manage and coordinate the provision of district governance services. Manage the development and review of district operations management policies and guidelines. Ensure that information risk management, security and support protocols are implemented and adhered to. Manage and monitor School governance, training of professional staff, Registration and de – registration of schools and Determination of school norms and standards. Promote internal and external stakeholder relationships. Ensure that policy, systems and procedures to manage performance and discipline effectively are implemented. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr. Hector Tsosane Tel No: (011) 843 6533 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP REF NO: HO2021/10/02 
(5 Years Fixed Term Contract Performance Based) 
Chief Directorate: Strategic Planning & Management 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in education/or planning. At least 5 years’ experience at a middle/Senior Management level in a planning, policy or education information and any other appropriate experience. Knowledge and Skills: A post-graduate qualification will be an added advantage. Superior understanding of Education Planning and Policy Development. Extensive knowledge of the education legislation, public sector, PFMA and Treasury Regulations; Public Service Regulatory Framework, Risk Management Framework and Practices. Revised Framework for Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans and National Evaluation Policy Framework. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership. Ability to work under pressure. Track record of achieving resource and income targets, ideally in a partnership or fundraising function. Experience in developing partnerships with corporations and/public sector organisations. Knowledge and experience of the donor sector, preferably of education foundations and trusts. Strong strategic and analytical skills, including a talent for crystallizing key strategic options for discussion and decision. Superlative diplomatic and communication and stakeholder management skills, including an ability to work and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of individuals, donors, business leaders, public figures, within a broad range of cultural environments. Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills, including oral presentation skills. 
 
DUTIES : To advise, develop and implement a resource mobilisation strategy for the department, with a focus on developing strategic public and private sector partnerships with companies, institutional donors and development agencies. Identify and close funding opportunities with foundations, governments and intergovernmental organizations. Oversee and prepare proposals, grant submissions, budgets, log frames, evaluations and reports in coordination with relevant staff, and ensure oversight throughout the period of the programme. Network and liaise with current and potential donors and partners – close collaboration line management throughout application and implementation of programs; demonstrate understanding of sustainability reporting, sustainable development and innovation. Execute research into the donor sector and identify potential direct and indirect opportunities for resource mobilisation; Working closely with the line managers to identify opportunities, develop proposals and build relationships with prospective funders and corporate partners. Manage coordination of intergovernmental and intra institutional relations for the Department. Ensure the promotion and the strengthening of partnerships in support of strategic priorities of the Department. Developing reports and systems so that fundraising income is analysed and reported on each year. Leading the development of a system/database that is able to profile donors and potential donors to enable fundraising. Develop all partnerships procedures and ensure the implementation thereof. Ensure the effective, efficient and economical management of resources allocated to the Department as outlined in the legislative framework for good governance. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Ntendeleni Radzilani Tel No: (011) 843 6540
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND EVALUATION REF NO: HO2021/10/03 
(5 Years Fixed Term Contract Performance Based) 
Chief Directorate: Research, Monitoring & Evaluation 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in educational research, measurement, educational psychology, statistics, economics or a closely related field is required, with at least a minimum of 5 years middle/ senior management experience. Evidence of research or administrative leadership is highly desirable. Knowledge of advance analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the prescripts of the Public Service, Education Policies and strategies. Competencies: Strategic and technical understanding of current education research trends and proven ability to successfully interact with colleagues in the field on substantive issues. Strategic capability and leadership. Ability to work under pressure. Strong quantitative and analytical skills and ability to articulate technical information clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. Thorough awareness of current issues and a working knowledge of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) in education and government in general. Demonstrated expertise in rigorous quantitative and qualitative research and analytical methods. Previous publishing record will be an asset. Excellent report writing, analytical, and communication skills, including oral presentation skills. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. 
 
DUTIES : Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation and Service Delivery Improvement Plan. Ensure that all M&E plans and results-based frameworks is aligned with the organisation’s strategic framework, Theory of Change, goals and targets. Develop and monitor service delivery improvement strategies and reports in line with DPSA requirements. Monitor organization performance against set plans and targets and manage compilation of performance information reports. Oversee the development of quarterly, annual and ad hoc reports and ensures reporting quality and compliance, including the Audit of Performance information. Manage and ensure the development and implementation of monitoring and evaluation system. Ensure that the organization performance evaluation is conducted. Ensure that the reviews of the organizational performance standards are conducted and consistently monitored. Manage and Coordinate external client satisfaction surveys. Ensure the monitoring and evaluation of the effectiveness of organization policies and plans. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Ntendeleni Radzilani Tel No: (011) 843 6540 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: EDUCATION RESEARCH & KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT REF NO: HO2021/10/04 
(5 Years Fixed Term Contract Performance Based) 
Chief Directorate: Education Planning & Research 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in educational research, measurement, educational psychology, statistics, economics or a closely related field is required, with at least a minimum of 5 years middle/ senior management experience. Evidence of research or administrative leadership is highly desirable. Knowledge of advance analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the prescripts of the Public Service, Education Policies and strategies. Competencies: Strategic and technical understanding of current education research trends and proven ability to successfully interact with colleagues in the field on substantive issues. Track record of strategic thinking and problem solving. Demonstrated ability to scaffold and support the professional and scientific growth of research staff. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate research findings and trends to policymakers, scholars, media and Education Sector. Experience in successfully managing research budgets and relevant financial metrics. Strong management skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and lead and motivate professional staff. Computer literate. Valid South African driver’s license is essential.
 
DUTIES : Lead the work on design, analysis and reporting for departmental, provincial, national and international educational research. Provide strategic and technical leadership to ensure quality research and knowledge management Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive Research, Monitoring and Evaluation Framework and Plan. Develop a sustainable in-house programme of research that will complement and inform programme and policy activities. Provide strategic and technical leadership in knowledge management to support effective and compliant reporting of results and lessons learned and dissemination of programmatic impacts and knowledge products. Ensure research output is disseminated in peer-review academic journals. Provide leadership in developing research plan and evaluate the feasibility of research initiatives. Projects for the unit. Implement quality control procedures to ensure the high quality of research reports. Provide advice and guidance in respect of all services, policies, systems and development. Serve as liaison between the department and client groups such as policy and/or advisory boards, other government agencies, foundations, and universities. Disseminate and contribute to the dissemination of research findings through publication of books, articles, and research reports and participation in seminars, symposia, and professional organizations. Manage efficient directing of all knowledge management requirements and designs. Develop, implement and administer an organisational knowledge system for the management of storage, access and flow of information. Develop and ensure implementation and maintenance of an integrated knowledge management plan. Advocate integrated knowledge management and use in Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Ntendeleni Radzilani Tel No: (011) 843 6540 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: OFFICE OF THE HOD REF NO: HO2021/10/05 
(5 Years Fixed Term Contract Performance Based) 
Directorate: Office of the HOD 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in Public Administration/ Public Management/ Office Management/ Office Administration/ Administrative Management/ Administration/ Management/ Administrative Assistant, with at least a minimum of 5 years middle/ senior management experience. Proven management skills in education management or equivalent. Knowledge of advance analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the prescripts of the Public Service, Education Policies and strategies. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, Service Delivery Innovation, People Management and Empowerment Client Orientation and Customer focus Communication, Computer literate and ability to work under pressure. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. 
 
DUTIES : Oversee the provision of the secretarial support services. Ensure that minutes of the meeting are recorded and communicated/disseminated to relevant role-players. Compile the agenda of the meetings chaired by the HOD and ensure dissemination thereof. Manage logistical arrangement for internal and external meetings. Ensure that all reports from different branches in the Department are coordinated, analysed, consolidated, and reported on. Ensure that the HOD’s dairy, year plan and decision notices are effectively managed. Ensure the safekeeping of all documentation in the Office in compliance with appropriate legislation and prescripts. Oversee the provision of administration support services. Facilitate and prepare monthly management reports for the Accounting Officer and Executive Authority. Compile presentations and speeches on behalf of the Executive. Develop and Manage a system for efficient and effective tracking of documents to and from the Office. Manage and oversee the provisioning of general administration, assets, human and financial support. Develop, implement and maintain an effective and efficient stakeholder and office management systems. Manage the engagements of the Heads of Branches with the office. Provide advisory support services to the executive authority and the staff in the Office. Brief the HoD on matters of importance and influence pertaining to the Department and the Office. Facilitate information sessions on Policies, Procedures and best practices within the office. Compile Annual Performance Plan for the Office. Manage resources within the Directorate. Manage staff performance and developmental needs. Manage the human resource aspects related to the staff in the Office including the leave register, telephone accounts etc. Manage and monitor the office budget in terms of keeping record of expenditure commitments, and advice the office regarding possible over- and under spending. Determine and collate information regarding the budget needs of the Office. Participate in Performance Assessment Review Committee. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Hector Tsosane Tel No: (011) 843 6533