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WESTERN CAPE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (WCED) 
 
APPLICATIONS : Applications must be submitted by using the following URL https://wcedonline.westerncape.gov.za/home/,  via Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. The applicants are advised to read the foreword available on the WCED website before applying for the post/s. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2020
 
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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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SALARIES REF NO: 186 
Branch: Financial Accounting 
SALARY : R733 257 per annum plus benefits (Level 11) 
CENTRE : Cape Town 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A B. Degree or equivalent qualification in Financial Accounting with at least 5 years’ experience in a Financial Accounting environment, inclusive of a minimum 3 years management/supervisor experience. A valid driver’s license (Code B/EB). Proven Knowledge of Accounting standards, Sound knowledge of financial management and accounting processes; Sound knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration; knowledge of Risk Management and Auditing; Sound Knowledge of financial information systems; Sound knowledge of Supply chain management; Financial Delegations; Cash flow. Project Management and organisational skills; Report writing; MS Office applications; Ability to interpret regulations; Problem resolution experience requiring strong analytical skills, sound judgement. 
 

DUTIES : Monitor compliance with all applicable prescripts and regulations. Develop and implement policies and procedures dictating salary administration processes. Provide inputs to the quarterly and annual financial statements (IFS and AFS) and related audit and review processes. Ensure that all outstanding inter-departmental salary receivables are followed up, cleared and reconciled. Provide effective and efficient salary support to the WCED. Ensure PERSAL exceptions are followed up and cleared. Management and control of the investigation of balances in relevant ledger accounts and ensure that these balances are cleared monthly. Prepare and submit monthly, bi-annual and annual tax reconciliation to SARS timeously including management of SARS payments. Management of IRP5 administration including balancing manual IRP5 totals with amounts paid to SARS and capture manual IRP5’s on SARS software. Manage the administration of salary deductions and claim process. Manage service termination procedures. Handle the payment of and overpayment of salaries and allowances including salary recalls. Ensure effective and efficient payroll/salary administration and pay sheet control. Manage monthly reconciliation on pay sheets distributed and ensure that pay sheets are certified as required by Treasury Regulation. Render an effective and efficient financial registry and mailing service. Manage the relevant sub-directorate in line with the strategic objectives of the Department. Identify staff capacity needs and ensure training interventions and provide financial training of all relevant personnel. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr Z Mpisi Tel No: (021) 467 2511 
 
 
 
 
 
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AND GOVERNANCE REF NO: 171 
Branch: Education District Office Cape Winelands 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Worcester 
 
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF 6) or degree plus 3 years administrative experience. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge of the Education departmental policies and procedures. Knowledge of Western Cape Policy for the Management of Admission. Knowledge of SCM processes and procedures. Knowledge of finance (business planning). Knowledge of project planning. Knowledge of School administrative processes and procedures. Knowledge of Information Management Systems (DMIS, CEMIS, SAMI, EIS, IMS). Written and verbal communication in 2 official languages of the Western Cape. Computer literacy. Project Planning and Organising skills. Presentation and facilitation. Report writing skills (specifications and submissions). Interpretation, Interpersonal, Problem solving and Financial skills. 
 
DUTIES : Manage and coordinate support to Public Schools (including hostels) with the implementation of new / existing financial-, records- and school governance and management policies, guidelines and instruments. Coordinate and monitor all financial-, records-, governance and management training interventions. Manage learner admission at district level. Supervision of staff. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr J Benjamin, Tel: 023 - 348 4600

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROPERTY MANAGEMENT REF NO: 174 
Branch: Physical Resource Planning & Property Management 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : Cape Town 
REQUIREMENTS : National Diploma (NQF Level 6) or Degree in Real Estate or related Property Management fields plus relevant experience. 3 years of experience post qualification, valid driver’s licence and computer literacy. 
 
DUTIES : Implement land affairs matters. Update Immovable Asset Register. Administer leases. Administer Municipal Accounts. Administer use of utilities. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr G Coetzee Tel No: 021 - 467 9337 
 
 
 
 
 
OFFICE MANAGER: OFFICE OF THE DDG: EDUCATION PLANNING REF NO: 177 
Branch: Education Planning 
SALARY : R376 596 per annum (Level 09) 
CENTRE : 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 S Abrahams Tel No: 021 – 467 2076