GAUTENG DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION VACANCIES

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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. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each application for employment form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign this form may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. A fully completed, initialled, and signed new form Z83 (Section A, B, C and D compulsory and (Section E, F and G ignore if CV attached) and a detailed CV is required on hand delivered, posted and online applications. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). 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. Please note that all applicants for Senior Management positions are required to complete the SMS Pre- Entry Programme administered by the National School of Government (NSG) and SMS pre-entry certificate is submitted prior to appointment. The Course is available at NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/. 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. The specific reference number of the post must be quoted. 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. No faxed, emailed and late applications will be considered.

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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: COORDINATION OF CURRICULUM AND IMPLEMENTATION REF NO: REFS/020568 
Branch: Curriculum Management & Delivery 
(5 Years Fixed Term Contract Performance Based) 
Please note that this is a re-advertisement, candidates who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply. 
SALARY : R1 436 022 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in Education with at least a minimum of 5 years senior management experience within Education environment. Proven management skills in education management or equivalent. Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, SASA, Extensive working knowledge of public sector, particular in Education sphere, Relevant Education Acts and Labour Relations Act. Competencies: Strategic Planning, Computer literacy, Communication Skills, Change Management, Negotiation skills, Report writing skills, Project Management, Good Interpersonal Relations, Problem Solving, Leadership, Facilitation and Consultation, Presentation skills, Financial Management skills, Policy development and Research skills, Innovation and creativity. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. 
 
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership for the planning, target setting, resource allocation and budget allocation for the implementation of training and development programmes of educators and Grade R practitioners; the implementation of curriculum policy in the Foundation, Intermediate, Senior and FET Phases; the management, monitoring and evaluation of curriculum delivery; and Schools of Specialisation. Oversee the management and coordination of all interventions specific to the capacitation of educators, improved learner performance in the GET and FET Bands, and the establishment and support of Schools of Specialisation. Oversee special projects and partnerships which support curriculum delivery and learner performance in the GET and FET Bands and Schools of Specialisation. Oversee provision and sharing of analytical and impact reports on the implementation of the curriculum policy, interventions and projects with internal and external stakeholders. Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the curriculum policy, interventions and projects the effective implementation of curriculum policy, interventions, projects and partnerships. Ensure the effective and efficient management of overall resources within the Chief Directorate in terms of relevant acts and delegations. Ensure the implementation and maintenance of risk management and mitigate risks threatening the attainment of objectives and the optimisation of opportunities that would enhance the Chief Directorate’s performance. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Tlaleng Ngubeni Tel No: (011) 843 6544 
 
 
 
 
 
 
CHIEF DIRECTOR: SCHOOL MANAGEMENT REF NO: REFS/020579 
Branch: Curriculum Management & Delivery 
(5 Years Fixed Term Contract Performance Based) 
SALARY : R1 436 022 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in Education with at least a minimum of 5 years senior management experience within Education environment. Proven management skills in education management or equivalent. Knowledge of Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, SASA, Extensive working knowledge of public sector, particular in Education sphere, Relevant Education Acts and Labour Relations Act. Competencies: Strategic Planning, Computer literacy, Communication Skills, Change Management, Negotiation skills, Report writing skills, Project Management, Good Interpersonal Relations, Problem Solving, Leadership, Facilitation and Consultation, Presentation skills, Financial Management skills, Policy development and Research skills, Innovation, and creativity. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. 
 
DUTIES : Oversee and manage the coordination of the establishment & effective functioning of governance and management structures in inclusion and special schools. Oversee and manage the development of policy for inclusive education and training system. Oversee and coordinate the development and implementation of education psychology and therapy services. Oversee and manage the coordination of registration & de- registration processes & procedures for Independent Schools and Home Education. Oversee and manage establishment, maintenance and ensure governance and good working relationship with stakeholders. Oversee and manage the coordination of the provision of Early Childhood Development programmes. Oversee and manage the development and coordination of ECD policy frameworks. Oversee and manage the development and implementation of ECD curriculum programmes. Oversee and facilitate the incorporation of Grade R to school and centres. Oversee and facilitate the Pre-grade R programmes. Oversee and manage the coordination of the provision of library and LTSM support services to districts. Oversee and Manage GDE Library and information services. Oversee and manage the provision of effective management of learning, Teaching and support materials. Oversee and promote the provision of public ordinary schools. Oversee and manage the school administration services. Oversee and manage the learner and learner admission services. Oversee and coordinate the development of school readiness programmes. Ensure the effective and efficient management of overall resources within the Chief Directorate in terms of relevant acts and delegations. Ensure the implementation and maintenance of risk management and mitigate risks threatening the attainment of objectives and the optimisation of opportunities that would enhance the Chief Directorate’s performance. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Tlaleng Ngubeni Tel No: (011) 843 6544 
 
 
 
 
 
DISTRICT DIRECTOR: TSHWANE SOUTH REF NO: REFS/020572 
Chief Directorate: District Operations Management (Tshwane Region) 
(5 Years Fixed Term Contract Performance Based) 
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE Tshwane South District 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in Education/ Public Management/Public Administration or related equivalent qualification at NQF Level 7 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. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. 
 
DUTIES : Manage the provision of support to institutions: Ensure proper coordination for all support and activities to and with institutions. Manage the support provided to circuit teams e.g. educations support, learning implementation. Facilitate the HR and Corporate support to district office and circuit teams. Ensure the maintenance of teaching and learning activities in schools within the district. Manage the strategic support direction and planning in the districts: Formulate strategies for efficient support to circuits and institutions. Ensure the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of departmental policies and strategies. Implement corrective intervention plans for districts to ensure effective learning take place in institutions. Manage all resources of the District Office: Supervise and manage sub-ordinates and other participants in the Branch activities. Responsible for the financial management of the component’s activities. Plan, organise and control activities pertaining to functions of the districts. Adhere to and promote statutory prescripts and the Code of Conduct for the Public Service. Ensure compliance with National policy frameworks and standards. Report to and participate in all appropriate provincial, departmental and other structures and processes. Compile and take full responsibility for regular reports forwarded to the Chief Directorate: District Operations Management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Winny Radzilani Tel No: (011) 843 6540 
 
 
 
 
 
 
DIRECTOR: INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING AND PROPERTY MANAGEMENT REF NO: REFS/020580 
Chief Directorate: Physical Resources Planning and Property Management 
SALARY : R1 216 824 per annum, (an all-inclusive package) 
CENTRE : Head Office, Johannesburg 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate NQF level 7 (Degree in the Built Environment) qualification, with at least a minimum of 5 years middle/ senior management experience. Proven management skills in design and delivery of infrastructure programmes and experience in infrastructure portfolio management. Knowledge of advance analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the prescripts of the infrastructure 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. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and manage strategies, policies, systems, norms/standards and plans related to infrastructure, associated equipment and property management. Manage the physical resources planning framework, prioritisation model(s), Business Cases and Project Briefs. Interpret and apply norms and standards. Direct infrastructure analysis. Finalise infrastructure planning documents. Direct property management. Manage operations as it pertains to leases, acquiring of land and rates & taxes. Align the core business of the Directorate to the strategic goals and objectives of the Chief Directorate. Manage staff and finances. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms Winny Radzilani Tel No: (011) 843 6540