The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has announced multiple job vacancies for 2025, offering opportunities in various fields. If you are looking for a position within the higher education and training sector, this article provides a detailed list of all available jobs, their requirements, locations, and application guidelines.
List of Available Department of Higher Education and Training Vacancies in 2025
Deputy Principal: Finance (Deputy Director Level) – X2 Posts
- Salary: R1 003 890 per annum
- Locations:
- Nkangala TVET College, Mpumalanga (Ref No: DHET11/02/2025)
- False Bay TVET College, Western Cape (Ref No: DHET12/02/2025)
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Financial Management (NQF Level 7)
- 5–10 years of experience, with at least 3–5 years in junior management
- Advantage: Postgraduate degree or CA(SA) qualification
- PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and GRAP knowledge
- Strong leadership and financial management skills
- Willingness to travel
Deputy Principal: Academic Services (Deputy Director Level) – X2 Posts
- Salary: R1 003 890 per annum
- Locations:
- Taletso TVET College (Ref No: DHET16/02/2025)
- Waterberg TVET College (Ref No: DHET17/02/2025)
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education and Training (NQF Level 7)
- Postgraduate qualification preferred
- 5–10 years experience in academic management
- Knowledge of curriculum development, NQF, student support services
- Strategic management, budgeting, and leadership skills
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel
Deputy Principal: Registration Services (Deputy Director Level)
- Salary: R1 003 890 per annum
- Location: Taletso TVET College, Mafikeng (Ref No: DHET18/02/2025)
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or Public Administration (NQF Level 7)
- 5–10 years experience in student administration
- Experience with TVETMIS and examination processes
- Knowledge of student services, conflict management, and financial management
- Willingness to travel
Deputy Director: Curriculum Support and Improvement (Occupational Qualifications)
- Salary: R1 003 890 per annum
- Location: Pretoria (Ref No: DHET19/02/2025)
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education (NQF Level 7)
- 3–5 years experience in TVET curriculum development
- Strong knowledge of SAQA, quality councils, and vocational education
- Experience in developing curriculum support materials
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Deputy Director: University Academic Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation
- Salary: R1 003 890 per annum
- Location: Pretoria (Ref No: DHET20/02/2025)
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration or Education (NQF Level 7)
- 5+ years experience in academic planning, enrolment, and qualification analysis
- Knowledge of university funding, Higher Education policy, and data analysis
- Ability to manage university expansion projects
- Strong leadership and report writing skills
Deputy Director: Labour Market Intelligence
- Salary: R849 702 per annum
- Location: Pretoria (Ref No: DHET23/02/2025)
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Econometrics, or Statistics
- 3–5 years experience in labour market research
- Proficiency in econometric modeling and data analysis
- Experience in developing labour market indicators
- Strong policy development and research skills
Assistant Director: Monitoring and Evaluation
- Salary: R552 081 per annum
- Location: Cape Town (Ref No: DHET29/02/2025)
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or Public Administration
- 3–5 years experience in curriculum monitoring
- Knowledge of TVET College teaching and learning policies
- Experience in data collection and report writing
Assistant Director: Financial Accounting (X7 Posts)
- Salary: R444 036 per annum
- Locations:
- Free State CET College (Ref No: DHET32/02/2025)
- KwaZulu-Natal CET College (Ref No: DHET33/02/2025)
- Limpopo CET College (Ref No: DHET34/02/2025)
- North West CET College (Ref No: DHET35/02/2025)
- Northern Cape CET College (Ref No: DHET36/02/2025)
- Western Cape CET College (Ref No: DHET37/02/2025)
- Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Financial Management or Accounting
- 3–5 years of financial accounting experience
- Experience with PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and GRAP
- Proficiency in financial management systems
How to Apply
- Visit the Department of Higher Education and Training’s official website.
- Complete the Z83 form online at http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply.
- Upload the required documents (CV, certificates, ID, etc.).
- Submit before the closing date (10 March 2025).
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Application Process
Interested applicants must submit their applications online using the new Z83 form available on the Departmental Website. The application should include:
- A comprehensive CV
- Copies of all qualifications (including Matric certificate)
- Identity document
- Valid driver’s license (if applicable)
- Any other relevant documents as required
Closing Date: 10 March 2025
Note: If you applied previously, you must reapply, as these positions have been re-advertised.
The Department of Higher Education and Training Vacancies offer exciting career opportunities for professionals in education, finance, labour market research, student administration, curriculum development, and supply chain management. These positions provide competitive salaries, job stability, and opportunities to contribute to South Africa’s education sector.
