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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. 
 
CLOSING DATE : 27 November 2020 
 
 
NOTE : The applicants are advised to read the foreword available on the WCED website before applying for the post/s. 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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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
POST 26/372 : DIRECTOR: ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT 
Job Purpose: To develop, enhance and maintain the provincial examination and assessment systems pertaining to all phases of curriculum delivery in the schooling sector 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13). An all-inclusive salary package consists of a basic salary, and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structure according to your personal needs. 
CENTRE : Head Office Cape Town 
 
REQUIREMENTS : An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA. At least 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level within an educational environment which includes Examination Administration and Assessment Management. Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS). Valid driver’s license. 
 
DUTIES : Develop and maintain provincial assessment systems in sync with the examinations systems and processes and ensure that national and provincial policies and regulations are adhered to. Devise strategies to support the process of improving learner attainment. Enhance the standard, credibility and quality assurance of school-based assessment. Develop material to support and train teachers in the implementation of formative and summative assessment. Train district officials and teachers in the interpretation of examination and assessment related data analysis and report writing. Ensure the appointment of markers for the National Senior Certificate and other external examinations. Ensure the effective management of Assessment and Examination irregularities in accordance with policy and identify ways to curb irregularities. Provide support to districts and schools in the management of learner progression and promotion in accordance with policy and monitor the implementation of the policy across districts. Develop online systems and tools to address the demand for alternate ways of conducting and evaluating assessments. Identify staff capacity needs and ensure training interventions. Manage directorate’s budget in line with the strategic objectives of the Department. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms T Singh Tel No: (021) 467 2541