WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (WCED)

 
NOTE : All applicants must be SA Citizens/Permanent Residents or Non-SA Citizens with a valid work permit. Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews and competency assessments at a time, date and place as determined by Western Cape Education Department (WCED). The Department reserves the right to conduct pre-employment security screening and appointment is subject to positive security clearance outcome. Applicants must declare any/pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered post the interview the application will not be considered for the post and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

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OFFICE MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE DDG: INSTITUTIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND COORDINATION REF NO: 147
Branch: Institutional Development Coordination
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree qualification with 3 years proven office management experience; Recommendation: Experience in an education environment; Valid driver’s licence; Advanced knowledge of the South African Schools Act; Knowledge of all legislation related to the key performance areas as they affect districts; Proven excellence in management of district support and/or school management.
 
DUTIES : Render secretariat support to the DDG in specific meetings/forums/committees of the Department and external forums where applicable e.g. secretary of highly confidential and sensitive meetings. Manage all administrative support functions, including documents of a very sensitive nature, in the Office of the DDG, ensuring the proper flow of information and correspondence to and from the DDG. Execute research, analyse information and compile complex documents/submissions of strategic nature for the DDG, EXCO and members of Top Management including drafting of presentations to the HoD, as instructed by the DDG. Draft replies/memoranda of strategic nature on behalf of the DDG specifically with respect to stakeholders. Manage parliamentary questions and enquiries. Operational planning and work organisation of the Branch. Develop and maintain systems, procedures and protocols. Manage the resources, including office budgets, of the Branch. Manage, co-ordinate and provide technical support.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr HA Lewis Tel No: 021- 467 2105
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ICT COORDINATOR: GOVERNANCE REF NO: 152
Directorate: Knowledge and Information Management
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate, recognised, minimum 3-year tertiary qualification in IT or IT related field with at least 3 years’ experience in ICT. ICT governance certification i.e. COBIT, ITIL is preferable. A valid driver’s licence.
 
DUTIES : Develop, interpret and implement policy, practice, procedure and standards, with regards to National and Provincial ICT governance for Information Systems and ICT solutions within the WCED; Ensure WCED compliance with National and Provincial ICT governance policy, framework and standards; Manage, monitor and advise the WCED on ICT Service Level Agreements with vendors; Maintain records of ICT spending to WCED schools and corporate environment. Accurate and timeous reporting of ICT governance issues within the WCED and WCG (Western Cape Government). Represent the department at internal and external ICT committees. Monitor the provisioning of e-Administration equipment and connectivity subsidy disbursement to schools. Coordinate the demand for ICT services and equipment within the organization and present it to various governance forums. Liaise with the Provincial service partners in terms of managing operational risks. Coordinate processes to ensure ICT security compliance and that audit requests are adequately resolved. Proven knowledge of ICT governance best practices, theory and methodology; budgeting and cash flow; Supply Chain processes in public service; E-government and enterprise ICT programmes/projects; Project management and coordination; Applicable legislation such as the PFMA, Educators Act, Public Service Act and Regulations, SITA Act and Regulations, Promotion of Access to Information Act, Electronic Communications and Transactions Act, WAN (Wide Area Network) and LAN (Local Area Network) and wireless technologies knowledge; managing of vendors and clients will be advantageous. Competencies: Experience: In order to execute the duties effectively, the incumbent of this post should have the following experience: ICT project management or coordination; an understanding of the Corporate Governance of ICT and IT coordination; liaison and communication at various hierarchical levels; a basic understanding of business objectives and priorities; planning and time management; project management; human capital management; performance management. Strong research skills; strong conceptual and formulation skills; exceptional writing and verbal communication skills; well-developed project management skills; innovative problem solving skills; analytical skills; strategic thinking and planning skills; presentations skills; negotiation skills; sound organizational and planning skills; sound interpersonal skills; advanced computer proficiency; training skills. Ability to manage change and crisis; ability to work and make decisions under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances; ability to persuade and influence; ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers and be a team player.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Jacobs Tel No: 021- 467 9322
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: ICT COORDINATOR: SCHOOL BASE SUPPORT REF NO: 148
Directorate: Knowledge and Information Management
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate, recognised, minimum 3-year tertiary qualification in IT or IT related field with at least 3 years’ experience in ICT. For example, B. Tech IT or NC (V) Level 4, etc. A valid driver’s licence. Experience: In order to execute the duties effectively, the incumbent of this post should have the following experience: ICT project management or coordination; liaison and communication at various hierarchical levels; a basic understanding of business objectives and priorities; planning and time management; project management; human resource management; performance management. Knowledge: Proven knowledge of: Project Management best practices, theory and methodology; budgeting and cash flow; Supply Chain processes in public service; E-government and enterprise ICT programmes/projects; Applicable legislation; WAN (Wide Area Network) and LAN (Local Area Network) and wireless technologies knowledge. Skills: Strong research skills; strong conceptual and formulation skills; exceptional written and verbal communication skills; well-developed project management skills; innovative problem-solving skills; analytical skills; strategic thinking and planning skills; presentations skills; negotiation skills; sound organisational and planning skills; sound interpersonal skills; advanced computer proficiency; training skills. Personal attributes: Ability to manage change and crisis; ability to work and make decisions under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances; ability to persuade and influence; ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers and be a team player.
 
DUTIES : Monitor and request hardware and software installation to schools via Ce-I or outsourced Service Providers (SP); Monitor the provision of technical and ongoing support to schools via Ce-I or outsourcing; Participate in the introduction and assessment of technological specialised projects to schools; Maintain communication to schools for IT schools related projects; Advise schools on cost-effective Internet solutions in consultation with Ce-I; Liaise with Ce-I and other SPs on behalf of schools; Monitor the implementation of Corporate Service Schedule (Schools Addendum); Provide monthly IT governance reports relating to Schools Addendum to the WCED governance committees; Provide and monitor the rollout of LAN facilities for schools administrative systems; Ensure compliance with minimum IT governance requirements for the provisioning of IT equipment, software and services Maintain the schools IT equipment audit (MIS); Co-ordinate schools IT projects and deliverables; participate in QA of technical aspects of implementation project plans; Co-ordinate the process of helping schools to become technical independent; Co-ordinate technical sustainability efforts.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr A Jacobs Tel No: 021- 467 9322
 
 
 

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: POST PROVISIONING REF NO: 149
Directorate: Strategic People Management
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : Relevant 3-year degree or equivalent, with three (3) year relevant experience. Computer literacy. Required knowledge: Employment of Educators Act, 1998, Personnel Administration Measures, Public Service Act, 1994, Public Service Regulations, 2001, Persal administration and establishment control, Persal data analyses and reporting, Project administration. Policy implementation. Skills: Analytical thinking, Organizing, and planning, Good written and verbal communication, Decision making, Facilitation and presentation skills, Good interpersonal skills, Liaison skills, Ability to interpret prescripts, Knowledge of and experience in database management, Good human relations, Ability to work under pressure, Ability to use IT software package, with the ability to use PowerPoint and MS Excel on an intermediate/advance level. Attributes: Responsible, Systematic, Innovative, Focused, Self-motivated.
 
DUTIES : Manage the administration of the post provision norms and standards for public service posts processes for Ordinary Public Schools and Special Schools. Conduct research on trends on learner movements and provide strategic guidance on impact on the public service post provision norms and standards. Coordinate the annual preparation and release of public service establishments to schools. Compile and maintain the matrix for public service posts in line with post allocations and movements. Monitor and coordinate the matching and placement of public service educators in excess. Compile reports to the Department of Basic Education in respect of People Management Practices’ policy implementation and processes. Compile quarterly statistical reports in respect of the Western Cape Education Departments actual performance on the Annual Performance Plan related to public service post provisioning and utilization. Manage the administration of the remoteness incentives scheme for educators. Manage the monitoring of Funza Lushaka bursary holder placements in the WCED and compile reports to the Department of Basic Education in respect of Funza Lushaka placements.
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Oosthuizen Tel No: 021- 467 2475
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PERFORMANCE AND ETHICS ADMINISTRATION REF NO: 153
Directorate: Strategic People Management
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : At least a recognized 3-year qualification (NQF 6) which can be in Human Resource Management, Public Management, Industrial Psychology or Industrial Relations, with at least 3 years’ experience in human resources, industrial relations or performance management with 3 years supervisory experience. A valid Code 8 drivers’ license. Language proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Knowledge of performance management and rewards systems; Knowledge of People Management processes; Labour Relations; Financial Management; Project Administration; RWOPS and Financial Disclosures. The candidate needs to have sound knowledge and experience in Performance Management processes; experience of performance management systems; experience and knowledge of performance reward/recognition processes, report writing skills; ability to facilitate training and development sessions. Skills: Interpret and apply relevant policies and procedures; Problem Solving Skills; Facilitation Skills; Presentation Skills; People Management and Empowerment; Project Administration; Information and Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation; Problem Solving and Analysis; Client Orientation and Customer Focus; Communication; Monitoring and Evaluation; Report writing, computer skills, conflict resolutions.
 
DUTIES : Co-ordinate the individual reward systems (inclusive of OSD’s) re pay progression, grade progression and performance bonuses. Co-ordinate and provide guidance to line managers and employees on the compilation of performance agreements (Public Service Act) on PERMIS. Co-ordinate the performance assessment and moderation processes. Administer the performance management systems (PERMIS). Coordinate probation processes. Co-ordinate and report on compliance to RWOPS. Co-ordinate, facilitate and report on compliance to E-Disclosures. Perform managerial tasks with regard to the unit. The candidate will be responsible to lead a unit that provides guidance on administration of performance compliance processes applicable, guideline managers and officials in the performance management process and facilitate an online performance recording system. Guide and ensure compliance to the Ethical Framework and compliance reporting in government, inclusive of E-Disclosures and Remunerative Work Outside the Public Service (RWOPS). Co-ordinate the pay and grade progression processes applicable. Provide relevant training.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms M Davids Tel No: 021- 467 2365
 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: EMPLOYEE HEALTH & WELLNESS REF NO: 146
Directorate: Strategic People Management
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : Recognised 3-year tertiary qualification (NQF level 6 - 7 or higher) in Human Resource Management, Industrial or Organisational Psychology with a minimum of at least 3 years’ experience in an employee health and wellness environment. A valid driver’s licence (Code B/EB) and language proficiency in at least two of the three official languages of the Western Cape. Competencies and knowledge: Employee Health and Wellness (EHW) programmes in the public sector; Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies; Latest advances in employee health and wellness theory and practice; Statutory framework governing the broad management of the Public Service; Employee health and wellness theory, practice and techniques; Contract management; and Monitoring and evaluation tools. Various EHW related legislation including Occupational Health and Safety Act; Disaster Management Act, Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act and the EHW Strategic Framework for the Public Service. Skills: Data analytics and research; co-ordination; excellent report writing, problem-solving and conflict management; planning and organising; persuading and influencing; project management; finance and procurement ability; proven computer literacy and use of the MS Office package and ability to cope with pressure and setbacks.
 
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of: focused Wellness Days, incorporating HIV, Counselling and Testing (HCT) and the Provincial Employee Aids Programme (PEAP); analysis of the Employee Health and Wellness data and reports on telephone counselling, face-to-face counselling and sick leave; advocacy and awareness of the Employee Health and Wellness programme and services and disseminate monthly Wellness Information; Monthly and Quarterly Employee Wellness meetings; Coordinate, analyse and report on the rollout of all EHW psycho-socio training; Management of EHW advisory services, EHW Project plans and EHW calendars; Develop relevant EHW governance and standards; Monitor the target and trends relating to the utilisation of the Employee Wellness services; Monitor and report on the EHW budget including processing of monthly primary and secondary service invoices; Compile and submit prescribed EHW Plans and EHW Reports for approval and monitor compliance; and the management of a team.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms C Le Roux Tel No: 021- 467 9334
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PEOPLE PLANNING, POLICIES AND SYSTEMS REF NO: 146
Directorate: Strategic People Management
SALARY : R382 245 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma in (NQF 6) or degree in Human Resource Management / Organisational Psychology/Management of Information Science/Public Management or a relevant qualification within the business management environment plus 3 three years applicable experience in a people management environment. Knowledge: Policy Development and implementation; Public Service Act and Regulations; Employment of Educators Act and Resolutions, Employment Equity Act, Performance Management Systems, WCED Employment Equity Plan, knowledge of relevant National and Provincial Policies in relation to transformation issues, disability and employment equity, Knowledge of Human Resource Planning processes, project administration and management, labour relations framework, knowledge of post structures in the education sector will be an advantage. Analytical thinking; Organising and planning; Good written and verbal communication; Decision making; Facilitation and presentation skills; Good interpersonal skills; Liaison skills; Ability to interpret prescripts; Knowledge of and experience in database management; Good human relations; Ability to work under pressure; Ability to use IT software package, with the ability to use PowerPoint and MS Excel on an intermediate/advance level.
 
DUTIES : Administer the steps of the 5-Year Employment Equity Plan and Programme of the WCED (Employment Equity Plan and Reports, processes, recordkeeping, training interventions and compliance). Assist in the coordination of data and the compilation of the HR Report for the annual report of the WCED, co-ordinate the implementation of the internal Disability Programme for the Department. Render advice on People Policies. Render a recordkeeping function of all People Policies applicable in the department. Maintain the framework of People Delegations for the chief directorate. Research, develop and introduce systems, platforms and electronic toolkits to improve operations within the people management environment. Co-ordinate departmental committees/forums for the Human Resource Plan and Employment Equity Plan. Participate in provincial and national forums; monthly reporting and review of progress in the various programmes. Manage the performance of the employees in the unit.
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Florence Tel No: 021- 467 2169