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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
CLOSING DATE : 07 September 2020
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful.
MANAGEMENT ECHELON
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT: EDUCATION REF NO: DOE 2020-01
SALARY : R1 978 533 per annum (Level 16) (All-inclusive package to be structured in accordance with the rules for SMS) plus a 10% non-pensionable HOD allowance
CENTRE : Education, Western Cape Government
REQUIREMENTS : Appropriate Postgraduate Degree (NQF 8); Minimum of 8 years senior management experience, 3 years of which must be with any organ of state as defined in the Constitution, Act 108 of 1996. Additional Requirement: Successful completion (with appointment) of the Certificate for entry into the SMS. Note: A requirement for appointment at Head of Department Level is the successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government. This is a Public Service specific training programme which is applicable for appointments at SMS level. Competencies: Knowledge of the following: latest advances in public management theory and practice, modern systems of governance and administration, policies of the government of the day, global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape, Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector, inter-governmental and international relations, communications, media management, public relations, public participation and public education. Strong conceptual, interpretive and formulation skills; Strong leadership, team building and interpersonal skills; Exceptional planning, organisational and people management skills; The ability to multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage change in an ever-changing environment and under pressurized circumstances.
DUTIES : Strategic management, guidance and advice in providing educational planning services, managing curriculum development, assessment and examination services and managing of educational institutions, management structures and the coordination of program delivery. Drive the development and implementation of the Provincial Education Strategy as well as the departmental strategic planning process. Evaluate the performance of the department on a continuous basis against pre-determined key measurable objectives and standards. Manage and engage all spheres of government in integrated educational development and support services through programmes and projects. Optimise communication and stakeholder relationships with educational stakeholders and partners. Ensure that sound people and financial management practices are adhered to in the department.
ENQUIRIES : Ms LS Esterhuyse (+27 21 483 5856 / 083 629 3244)
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co