GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

District Johannesburg East (JE): Physical Address: 142/144, Fourth & Elizabeth Street, Parkmore, Sandton Postal Address: Private Bag X9910, Sandton, 2146 Enquiries: Elizabeth Moloko: Tel No: (011) 666-9109. 
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District Johannesburg North (JN): Physical Address: Corner Biccard & Jorrison street FNB Building Braamfontein Postal Address: Private Bag X01, Braamfontein, 2017 Enquiries: Nelisiwe Mashazi: Tel No: (011) 694 9378, 
 
District Johannesburg South (JS): Physical Address: 100 Northern Parkway, Crownwood Ormonde, Johannesburg Postal Address: Private Bag X13, Lenasia, 1820 Enquiries: Patrick Sesane: Tel No: (011) 247-5957. 
 
District Johannesburg West (JW): Physical Address: 20 Madeline street Florida Postal Address: P.O. Box 1995, Florida,1709 Enquiries: Lizwe Jafta: Tel No: 061 483 3054.
 
District Sedibeng East (SE): Physical Address: Corner Joubert & Kruger street SL & M Building Vereeniging Postal Address: Private Bag X05, Vereeniging, 1930 Enquiries: Peter Nkgage: Tel No: (016) 440-1861. 
 
District Tswane North (TN): Physical Address: Wonderboom Junction 11 Lavender Street, Pretoria Postal Address: Private Bag X925, Pretoria, 0001 Enquiries Ephraim Magakoa Tel No: (012) 543 1044. 
 
District Tswane South (TS): Physical Address: President Towers Building, 265 Pretorius Street Pretoria Postal Address: Private Bag X198 Pretoria, 0001 Enquiries: Thabiso Mphosi Tel No: (012) 401 6363/5. 
 
District Tshwane West (TW) Physical Address: Klipgat Road Old Hebron College Postal Address: Private Bag X38, Rosslyn, 0200 Enquiries: Priscilla Ravele Tel No: (012) 725 1451 
 
CLOSING DATE : 06 September 2019 
 
NOTE: It is our intention to promote representatively (Race, Gender and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this posts. Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any public service department or on internet at www.dpsa.gov.za /documents, which must be completed in full and originally signed. An updated CV as well as certified copy of your identity document and qualifications must be attached. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (positive identity, qualification, fraud listing, employment reference, and criminal record verification as well as the required level of security clearance process). Where applicable, candidate will be subjected to a skills/knowledge or computer assessment test. All candidates for MMS positions will be required to undergo competency assessment and security clearance. The specific reference number of the post must be quoted. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). No faxed, emailed and late applications will be considered. 
 
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OTHER POSTS
 
 
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: POLICY, MONITORING AND EVALUATION REF NO: HO2019/08/46 
Directorate: Early Childhood Development 
SALARY: R733 257 per annum (All-inclusive Package) 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three- year National Diploma/Degree in Public Administration/ Public Management with 1-year certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation plus minimum of 5 years’ experience in Early Childhood Development of which 3 years must be at an Assistant Director level. Advance experience in word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software packages. Knowledge of legislative framework and processes that govern ECD. Understand South Africa ECD sector. Knowledge of Public Financial Management Act, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations. Research methodology. Monitoring & evaluation methodology, Pre – Grade R and Grade R curriculum development and implementation. Develop programme for the verification & mapping process of ECD sites. Procurement procedures. Advanced Ms Office Applications. Clear report writing. Financial management. Report writing skills, Presentation skills, Facilitation skills, Policy formulation Development. Advance monitoring & evaluation skills. Database development. Information Systems development. Computer literacy skills, Leadership, managerial and supervisory skills. Time management. At-least code 8 driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES: Ensure that high quality research is conducted in the ECD environment to improve quality and increase access. Ensure the verification and mapping process of all ECD sites in the Province. Ensure a special needs project on “What little children need to Grow. Ensure integration of the Learn Not to Burn (LNTB) Preschool Programme into the Pre-Grade R curriculum. Ensure the printing of the manual, picture dictionary and CD’s for the LNTB. Ensure roll out of the research pilot and implementation of the Pre-Grade R curriculum. Ensure monitoring and evaluation all ECD services, programmes and projects. Ensure the implementation and roll out of the integrated monitoring and evaluation framework & tools. Identify ECD services, programmes and projects to be monitored and evaluated. Ensure monitoring and evaluation of the ECD facilitators training. Ensure the monitoring and evaluation of the ECD practitioners training. Ensure the monitoring and evaluation of the ECD sites. Ensure monitoring and evaluation of the rollout and implementation of the Pre-Grade R curriculum. Ensure the development and operation of an Integrated data mart. Ensure the planning for Phase two of the integrated data mart. Ensure the development and implementation of the data flow policy. Ensure the development and signing of MOU’s with relevant departments, other ECD stakeholders & Local Government on access & release of data. Ensure ECDI staff and relevant users are trained. Ensure the maintenance if the integrated data mart. Ensure the establishment of information systems. Supervise & ensure the development of appropriate information systems. Ensure the planning, development & implementation of an integrated database. Ensure the collection, capturing, cleaning, verification and analyzing of data. Oversee & ensure the implementation of both an electronic and manual filing system. Ensure & manage the development of a knowledge management strategy & implementation. Establish partnerships with Higher Education Institutions, Further Education & training Institutions, Relevant departments, NGO’s Local Government & other ECD stakeholders. Establish, ensure, coordinate & manage the meetings with the NGO forum and to communicate all ECD related matters. Ensure the establishment of a municipality forum and to meet and discuss ECD related matters and to gather ECD data. Ensure & manage the establishment of a forum for universities and meet to communicate all ECD related matters, identify and discuss possible research. Ensure & oversee the establishment of an interdepartmental forum and to meet and discuss ECD related matters and to gather ECD data. Establish, ensure & manage the meetings with the Special Needs forum and to communicate all ECD related matters. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms Phumelele Tloubatla Tel No: (071) 474 7074 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: POLICY MONITORING AND EVALUATION REF NO: HO2019/08/52 
Directorate: Early Childhood Development 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three- year National Diploma/Degree in Public Administration/ Public Management with 1-year certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation plus minimum of 3 years’ experience in Database and Data Mart development environment at a supervisory level. A sound working knowledge of Legislative framework and processes that govern ECD. Understand South Africa ECD sector, Child Act of 2008, Standard Health Act, White paper 5&6, child justice bill & Batho Pele Principle and all other children & ECD policies. Gauteng provincial Government Early Childhood Development Strategy. Monitoring & evaluation methodology. Both electronic and physical filing. The National Education Policy Act of 1996. Develop programme for the verification & mapping process of ECD sites. Advanced Ms Office Applications. PFMA – financial management. SQL, VBA and Microsoft Access. Presentation skills, Facilitation skills, Policy formulation Development. Advance monitoring & evaluation skills, Database development. Knowledge management systems, Computer literacy skills, Academic research skills, Leadership, managerial and supervisory skills and Time management skills. 
 
DUTIES: Integrate Data Mart Administration for ECD. Manage access to Integrated Data Mata by granting relevant people access to Integrated Data Mart. Ensure that data is ready to be captured into the Integrated Data Mart. Create reports for the Plan and ensure that Integrated Data Mart Maintenance is taking place. Provide technical support to the Integrated Data Mart Users. Participate in the development of data capturers. Administrate the Integrated ECD data. Manage, verify, clean and store ECD data into the database. Backup the data constantly. Based on approval by the Line Manager, provide the required data to the stakeholders. Create credible data report out as and when requested. Participate in the creation of ECD data flow policy. Participate in the development of both electronic and physical filing system. Manage Project of Phase Two of Integrated Data Mart Development. Oversee the development of the second phase of the Integrated Data Mart. Plan and organize workshops regarding Integrated Data Mart to train both ECDI staff and relevant stakeholders. Ensure that the service provider adhere to service level agreement. Ensure that both ECDI staff and stakeholders are kept up to date with the progress of phase two of Integrated Data Mart. Establish Partnerships with Higher Education Institutions, Gauteng Municipalities, Other Gauteng Government Departments, NGOs, and Further Education & Training Institutions. Participate in organizing municipality meetings by sending out invites and capture minutes of the meeting. Participate in organizing NGO meetings by sending out invites and capture minutes of the meeting. Participate in organizing Inter-Departmental meetings by sending out invites and capture minutes of the meeting. Participate in the creation of name tags for University Meeting. Assist with the update of the contacts database of stakeholders. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms Phumelele Tloubatla Tel No: (071) 474 7074 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EDUCATOR TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT REF NO: HO2019/08/53 
Directorate: Education Training and Special Projects 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate 3-year degree/teaching diploma or minimum of REQV 13 with minimum 3 years teaching experience, plus relevant management experience. Knowledge of legislation, Policies, Strategies and Collective agreement pertaining to skills development, Budget and the GDE internal procedures and route. Excellent project management, Data collection, collation and interpretation, Document management, report writing, Presentation skills and computer Literacy skills. Knowledge of procurement process and the PFMA. 
 
DUTIES: Development of draft Strategy, Manage the consultation process with all stakeholders. Extract data provided by the national, Provincial and offices to compile the WSP. Review of WSP against Sector Skills Plan and Departmental Employment Equity plan to ensure compliance. Formulation of learning outcomes for identified training need. Identification of suitable training interventions for identified training needs. Promote, coordinate and facilitate all formal and informal in-service training programs. Compile data on educator supply and learning demands on based on national, provincial and district needs. Develop an Operational plan to guide the activities around resourcing teacher centers. Develop and implement a management plan for monitoring of all teacher centers. Development of draft policy. Manage the consultation process with all stakeholders. Manage stakeholder participation. Manage the roll out of the NTA at provincial, District and Cluster level. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Sibonelo Mnguni Tel No: (066) 482 0434 

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: (INSTITUTION ICT SUPPORT) REF NO: HO2019/08/54 
Directorate: IT Systems Development and Technical Support 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate, three-year National Diploma/Degree in Information Technology plus minimum 3 Years Strong IT Technical Support experience. A sound working knowledge of LAN\WAN Support. Microsoft Platform (MS Office and Windows). Project Management. Application Support. Knowledge of Legislative Frameworks within the Public Sector, Knowledge of IT Policies, Technical Support, Strong IT Technical Skills, Ability to detect and resolve users queries on time. To be able to work independently as well as teamwork, telephone etiquette, good customer relationship management, understanding of how the government systems and application operate, e.g. SA SAMS. 
 
DUTIES: To manage and constantly monitor the continuous functioning of the LAN and WAN environment. Troubleshooting; monitoring WAN and LAN connectivity with 8 hours, and ensured 80% uptime and functionality. Smart Classroom Devices Connectivity. APN / Broadband Connectivity. Wi-Fi connectivity. Tracked and monitored network connectivity incidents and escalations daily/weekly incidents for quicker resolution. Ensured network connectivity and access for Online Admission application (APN solution configurations for distributed modems). Technical support, Incident Management and Monitoring. Daily tracked, monitored, updated, escalated and followed-up incidents to supervisor. Effective Desktop Support. Antivirus & Windows Patch Management, Ensured Anti-virus software updates, Service packs and latest Patches per school visit, and reporting to Supervisor Bi-weekly. Hardware and Software Support. Ensured installed, configured, repaired and maintained hardware and software in all ICT devices. ICT Asset Management, Updated ICT Asset Register per month, application support, Principal Communication Tool, Ensure Public schools are accessible electronically (e-mail connectivity). SA-SAMS Support, SA-SAMS Patch Management, ensured all SA SAMS databases are Patched with the latest version, within 1 month after Patch release. Data Management and Feedback Files uploading. Reporting, ensured quality, edited and proof-read reports on a weekly, monthly and quarterly basis and on stipulated time. Effective management and functioning of the Sub-Directorate. Office Activities. Supervised and allocated daily tasks to the technicians, participated in staff meetings and executed any other tasks assigned by the Management. Policy, Procedure and Standard Regular/annual Processes and OLAs review. Continuous monitoring of the best practices and reporting.
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr Thabo Ledwaba. Tel No. (011) 639 8493 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: POLICY & PROCEDURE, ON INCAPACITY LEAVE FOR ILL HEALTH RETIREMENT REF NO: HO2019/08/55 
Directorate: HRTS 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three-year National Diploma/Degree in HR Management / Public Administration plus minimum 3 years’ experience in a Chief Personnel Officer post within Human Resource environment. Public Finance Management Act. Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act and Regulations. BAS, PERSAL and SAP/ Public Procurement procedures and financial related policies. Good communication skills, customer services, computer Literacy, conflict and problem-solving skills, Ability to work independently and Excellent Communication Skills. 
 
DUTIES: Ensure the implementation of PILIR transaction on PERSAL and Database. Oversee the PILIR administration processes, and liaise with Regional HR transversal regarding the management of PILIR documents and workflow. Provide assistance and advice to management, Regions and staff members regarding PILIR issues. Compiling of submissions for deviations. Provide reports and statistics. Ensuring that the PILIR database link is up to date. Ensure current and up to date records on PILIR. Ensuring compliance regarding the Policy and procedure on incapacity leave and ill health Retirement. Interpret and explain the PILIR policies and procedures to the departmental personnel. Quality Assure and ensure timeous submission and retrieval of application to and from the Health Risk Manager. Respond to any PILIR queries or concerns relating to individual cases, MEC queries, Audit query, in a timely, friendly and efficient manner in accordance with Departmental standards. Provide advisory support, promote, monitor, and ensure compliance on Policy and Procedure on Incapacity leave and Ill-health Retirement. Participate in the collation of the transversal HR needs from the circuits/client and respond thereto. Conduct client satisfaction surveys for PILIR matters. Guide and advice personnel on Transversal Human Resource Services. Supply PILIR audit sample request. Respond to the internal and external audit management letters. Participate in the development and implementation of compliance intervention plans to address findings. Ensure effective, efficient supervision of staff and management of resources. Ensure, guide, train and advise staff on Transversal Human Resource Services to enhance the correct implementation of Leave policies and practices. Compile and submit the work plan, performance development plans, job descriptions and performance agreements of staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms Doris Malefo Tel No: (011) 843 6865 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ESTABLISHMENT AND COMPANSATION (DATA MAINTENANCE) REF NO: HO2019/08/56
Directorate: HRTS 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three-year National Diploma/Degree in HR Management / Public Administration plus minimum 3 year in a Chief Personnel Officer post within Human Resource Transaction Environment responsible for maintenance of staff establishment on Persal. Public Finance Management Act. Treasury Regulations. Public Service Act and Regulations. Knowledge of BAS, PERSAL and SAP / Public procurement procedures and financial related policies. Good Communication Skills. Customer Services. Computer Literacy. Conflict and Problem Solving. Ability to work independently. 
 
DUTIES: Ensure the implementation of PERSAL user profiles. Registrations of “NEW” users. Request new COMPLETE/MAINFRAME user identity numbers for users. Allocate PERSAL functions. Monitor dormant users. Link between users, functional teams and technical maintenance teams. Assist with resolving system problems for the users. Release reports. Ensure the implementation of the approved post and staff establishment. Oversee the administration of the staff establishment by Creating posts of staff additional to the post establishment (against promotion, substitutes, Grade R, growth posts, ESSP, AET, internships, learner ships, Fundza Lushaka, Teach SA, Dinaledi, etc.) Ensuring that all posts are linked to BAS codes (pay points, programs, responsibilities and objectives). Ensuring that a component, sub components and sub structure information is updated. Ensure that PERSAL data is up to date. Ensure sound maintenance of PERSAL data. Participate in PERSAL clean-up project. Ensure that there are no transactions awaiting approval/ authorization on the suspense file. Provide advisory and stakeholder support. Supervise and delegate functions and responsibilities to staff. Coordination of PERSAL training. Monitor the performance of staff. Evaluate, develop and provide training. In consultation with all stakeholders, develop HR strategies and HR procedure manuals to meet Departmental needs. Guide and advise personnel on Transversal Human Resource Services. Supply audit sample requests. Participate in responding to the internal and external audit management letter. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Grace Majola Tel No. (071) 474 6176 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EXAMINATION MATERIAL AND SCRIPT ARCHIVE REF NO: HO2019/08/57 
Directorate: Examination Management 
Sub-directorate: Examination Material and Script Archive 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three-year National Diploma/Degree qualification plus minimum 3 years’ experience in examination development and production at a supervisory level. Good communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills. Knowledge of the PFMA, strategic planning and other legislative frameworks applicable to the Public Sector will be a strong recommendation. Leadership, management, conflict management and customer service management skills. Must be computer literate and have the ability to work under pressure. A valid driver’s license will be an added advantage. 
 
DUTIES: Coordinate and facilitate the development of examination material. Liaise with other Provinces regarding examination related matters. Assist in the provision of operational planning services. Communicate with relevant stakeholders on matters relating to examinations policy and development. Oversee the day-to-day management of the directorate with Batho Pele Principles underpinning office systems. Handle and follow the procedures related inbound and outbound candidates both local and international. To provide a specialist administrative function in the safe- area of the unit. Keep track of the flow of material and complete the manual and electronic record. Write weekly reports and have knowledge of PMDS processes and compile composite records thereof. Compile submissions to senior management as and when necessary. Allocate resources (human, physical and financial) for the administration of exams. Liaise with service providers regarding examination related matters / material. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr. Jonathan Williams Tel No: 010 345 0930 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ORGANISATION AND GOVERNANCE (GET) REF NO: HO2019/08/58 
Directorate: Public Ordinary Schools 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE: Head Office 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three-year National Diploma/Degree in Public Management / Public Administration plus minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience. 3-year Qualification in Finance will be an added advantage. Knowledge of legislative framework (Public Finance Management Act and other relevant legislation). Knowledge of financial management and procurement processes, wide range of office management and administrative tasks. Demonstrative computer literacy, (Computer skills in Ms-office: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and Internet), Project Management; Reporting Writing Skills: Communication (written and verbal), Planning and organizing, People Management, Problem Solving, Stakeholder and client liaison, Excellent inter-personal skills: People orientated. A valid driver’s license is essential. 
 
DUTIES: Rendering administrative support functions to Organisation and Governance sub-directorate. Proof Reading Submissions on School Fee Exemption and Expulsion Investigations. Ensure compliance in terms of all procurement processes. Supervision of SAC and SAO. Typing of submissions and letters for Expulsion and School Fee Exemption. Stats report on Expulsions and SGB queries. Section 21 application. Evaluation applications submitted requesting the allocation of Section 21 functions. Type and process submissions on Section 21 applications. Track the submission sent for the approval of the requested functions. Walk in school fee Exemption Appeals. Attend to walk in School Fee Exemption Appeals. Submit a report on the progress of the appeals received. Type Submissions for HOD’s signature. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Mmule Madonsela Tel No: (011) 355 0297 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CONDITIONS OF SERVICE REF NO: JS2019/08/60 
Sub Directorate: HR Transaction Services 
SALARY: R376 596 per annum 
CENTRE: Johannesburg South District 
 
REQUIREMENTS: An appropriate three-year National Diploma/ Degree in Human Resource Management or related three-year qualification plus minimum of 3 years’ human resource administration experience at a supervisory level. Knowledge and understanding of current education and public service legislations, regulations and policies. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. Demonstrative ability to use human resource information systems for planning, monitoring and reporting. Ability to work under pressure, use of PERSAL and provide expert advisory support to business. Computer literacy in MS Excel, MS Word MS Access and MS Office. A valid South African driver's license. 
 
DUTIES: Ensure implementation of HRM operations at district, in a matrix environment; responsible for the sub-directorate conditions of service in accordance with the relevant prescripts and collective agreements within the education sector. Ensure the implementation of the approved post and staff establishment. Responsible for employee records at the district. Ensure the successful implementation of operational plan as sponsored by Head Office. Provide input to the HRTS budget. Fulfil the internal monthly reporting requirements and provide analysis to the management. Interpret HR policies and prescripts. Supervise staff and manage their performance and development according to the PMS. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Mr. Patrick Sesane Tel No: (011) 247 5944 
 
 
 
 
 
ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: HO2019/08/62 
(3 Years Fixed Term Contract) 
: Directorate: Human Capital Development 
SALARY: R173 703 per annum (plus 37% Lieu benefits) 
CENTREHead Office, GCRA 
 
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 (Matric). Good interpersonal and communication skills to interface with people from various backgrounds. Reasonable experience in using computer applications in office management including Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Good organizational and basic events management skills. Knowledge of Batho Pele principles, policy development and research. 
 
DUTIES: Responsible for handling of incoming and outgoing documents. Performance of administrative tasks such as draft agendas and taking minutes, movement and disposal of assists, petty cash requisitions and subsistence travel claims. Collation and Co-ordinate both quarterly reports of assists/ loss control and performances of staff, Co-ordinate training and Development Including Bursaries. Provide office administration support to the Directorate, including filing, tracking and processing of documents and correspondence. Maintain an electronic and manual records keeping system for project reports. 
 
ENQUIRIES: Ms. Cylian Matlala Tel No: (011) 355 1137