There are several new Department of Basic Education vacancies that has been posted on the Public Circular buy the DPSA. The Department of Basic Education (DBE) holds a significant role within the landscape of South Africa’s public service sector. It is the arm of the South African government responsible for primary and secondary education, which includes the policy formulation and execution for all public schools in the country. Recognised for its devotion towards elevating the standards of education, the DBE’s commitment extends to enhancing the lives of South African youth through education and preparing them for the job market.
With its mission to develop, maintain, and support a South African school education system that is for the advancement of knowledge, skills, and values that are all transformative, the DBE remains an essential entity within the national context. As such, job opportunities within the Department of Basic Education offer the chance to contribute meaningfully to the educational advancement of the country and empower the future generation.
Basic Education Vacancies
Closing date: 21 July 2023
Director (Reference: DBE/18/2023)
The Department of Basic Education is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual for the position of Director within the Chief Directorate of Planning and Implementation Support, specifically in the Directorate of Education Management and Governance Development. The Director will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, management, and guidance in the areas of school management and governance. The position is based in Pretoria, and the salary offered is R1,162,200 per annum.
Requirements:
Applicants must hold a recognised Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification, as well as a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent at NQF Level 7. A relevant post-graduate qualification will be advantageous. Extensive experience in school management and governance is essential, with at least five years of experience at the Middle/Senior Managerial level in the Education sector. Previous experience as a school principal or circuit manager is also required. A valid driver’s license is necessary, and the applicant must be willing to travel extensively. The candidate should possess process competencies such as knowledge management, service delivery innovation, client orientation, customer focus, communication skills, problem-solving, and analysis. Core competencies including strategic capacity, leadership, people management, empowerment, financial management, change management, trustworthiness, accuracy, adaptability, and diplomacy are also required.
Duties:
- The Director will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, management, and guidance to schools, districts, and provincial education departments in matters of school management and governance.
- This includes managing professional and School Governing Body Associations, identifying and sharing best practices in planning and effective implementation, managing finances in compliance with the Public Finance Management Act, addressing blockages to planning and implementation, maintaining a database of expertise, and compiling analytic reports.
- The Director will also strengthen schools’ capacity in data usage, facilitate sharing of best practices, establish an interactive web-platform for knowledge exchange, develop annual plans, improve school leadership and governance, oversee needs analysis and professional development programmes, manage school rationalisation, and collaborate with relevant entities and stakeholders.
Enquiries:
For further information, interested individuals can contact Ms. N Monyela at (012) 357 3294 or Ms. M Mahape at (012) 357 3291.
Director – Ref No: DBE/19/2023
The Department of Basic Education (DBE) is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Director in the Chief Directorate of Financial Services. This position falls under the Directorate of Security and Assets Management and is based in Pretoria. The Director will receive an annual salary of R1,162,200.
Requirements:
Applicants must possess a recognised Senior Certificate or equivalent, as well as a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7) recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 5 years of experience at the Middle/Senior Managerial level with relevant experience, preferably within corporate services, is required. The candidate should have knowledge of Public Private Partnership (PPP) Concession Agreements and procurement processes as per National Treasury Regulation 16, asset management in government, security policy development and implementation (both physical and document security), monitoring, evaluation, and reporting systems and processes, management and coordination of conferences, workshops, and meetings, government prescripts, project management processes, coordination and management of finances in line with the PFMA and procurement processes, strong leadership qualities, planning and organising skills, good general management skills, advanced computer skills, good interpersonal relations, ability to handle pressure, and a valid driver’s license.
Process competencies include knowledge management, service delivery innovation, problem solving and analysis, client orientation, and communication skills.
Core competencies encompass strategic capacity and leadership, people management and empowerment, financial management, change management, and conflict management.
Duties:
- The Director will be responsible for monitoring the correctness of the monthly unitary fee in accordance with the PPP agreement, monitoring service delivery performance and specifications, and ensuring compliance with security standards and practices.
- They will oversee the payment of unitary, additional, and pass-through costs, manage partnership relationships, handle all assets within the DBE, manage the contract between the DBE and the Professional Conference Organiser (PCO), provide reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities and employees with small children, classify sensitive information according to the MISS, maintain an accurate asset register, establish committees for loss and disposal as well as security coordination, identify security risks and advise on countermeasures, communicate security practices and standards, report security breaches, liaise with controlling institutions, develop and maintain an event management policy, coordinate workshops and conferences, and ensure timely payment of invoices from the PCO.
Enquiries:
For further information, interested individuals can contact Ms. N Monyela at (012) 357 3294 or Ms. M Mahape at (012) 357 3291.
Deputy Director (School Improvement Support) – Ref: DBE/20/2023
The Department of Basic Education is seeking a qualified and experienced individual for the position of Deputy Director (School Improvement Support) in the Chief Directorate of Planning and Implementation Support. This position falls under the Directorate of School-Level Planning and Implementation Support. The appointment will be on a one-year renewable contract basis. The role is based in KwaZulu-Natal, and the annual salary for this position is R811,560 (Level 11).
Requirements:
Applicants must possess a relevant three-year post-matric qualification (NQF level 6) or equivalent, along with four years of relevant experience at the supervisory level. Having a post-graduate degree will be an advantage. The candidate should have at least five years of experience in management and leadership at the school level as a Deputy Principal or Principal, or relevant managerial experience. Additionally, three years of experience in implementing and managing school improvement support initiatives is required. The applicant should possess knowledge of matrix and project management, analytical skills, excellent people management skills, report writing and presentation skills, and computer skills in MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook). The ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, work independently without supervision, willingness to work extensive hours, and travel is essential. A valid driver’s license is also required. The candidate should have a passion for making a positive contribution to South African education.
Duties:
- The Deputy Director will collaborate with district officials, particularly district Directors and Circuit Managers, to provide support to struggling circuits and schools.
- They will identify conceptual, capacity, and operational challenges hindering the effective delivery of quality education in schools.
- Leading and supporting a team of provincial-based officials, the Deputy Director will enhance the capacity of circuits and schools to utilise data effectively in supporting schools and individual teachers.
- The successful candidate will implement and manage various interventions aimed at improving the quality of education in underperforming circuits.
- This includes providing mentoring and coaching to circuit managers in poor performing circuits and challenging contexts.
- Managing a diverse team of school improvement support officials, the Deputy Director will oversee the implementation of turnaround strategies for underperforming circuits, ensure sustainability of expertise, and develop plans to address identified weaknesses in teaching, management, leadership, and collegiality.
- Maintaining a database of specialists and interventions in schools, the Deputy Director will compile and present progress reports, analyse reports to identify trends, and make recommendations for further improvement and development.
- They will also plan and conduct meetings with provincial teams and perform other relevant functions as assigned by the Director.
Enquiries:
For further information, interested individuals can contact Ms. N Monyela at (012) 357 3294 or Ms. M Mahape at (012) 357 3291.
Assistant Directors (Provincial School Improvement Support Coordinators) – X6 Posts – Ref: DBE/21/2023
The Department of Basic Education is seeking six qualified individuals for the position of Assistant Directors (Provincial School Improvement Support Coordinators) in the Chief Directorate of Planning and Implementation Support. These positions fall under the Directorate of School-Level Planning and Implementation Support and are available on a one-year renewable contract basis. The posts are located in KwaZulu-Natal (2) and Limpopo (4), with an annual salary of R424,104 (Level 9).
Requirements:
Applicants must possess an appropriate three-year relevant post-matric qualification (NQF level 6) or equivalent qualification in Education, including professional teacher education and registration with the South African Council for Educators (SACE) as a professional Educator. Having a post-graduate degree will be an advantage. Candidates should have a minimum of six years of teaching experience and at least two years of relevant experience at the supervisory level. A good understanding of the education sector in South Africa and experience in managing project implementations are required. The candidate should demonstrate the ability to produce quality work under pressure, manage deadlines, work effectively with people at different levels, interpret and utilise performance data to identify and address gaps, be a team player while also being able to work autonomously, have knowledge of Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) and programme development, be computer literate, possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and have good communication skills (written and verbal). The candidate must be willing to travel frequently and have a valid driver’s license along with possession of their own transport.
Duties:
- The Assistant Directors will collaborate with circuit managers to develop a data-driven approach to school improvement support.
- They will participate in specialised multi-disciplinary teams to implement and manage various interventions aimed at improving the quality of education.
- The successful candidates will develop plans to address identified weaknesses and improve teaching, evaluate circuit priorities and deliverables, work with circuit managers to implement circuit improvement plans, monitor and refine responsive improvement plans, oversee the implementation of turnaround strategies for identified circuits, and ensure sustainability of expertise.
- They will also compile and present progress reports on programmes undertaken on behalf of the Department of Basic Education (DBE).
Enquiries:
For further information, interested individuals can contact Ms. N Monyela at (012) 357 3294 or Ms. M Mahape at (012) 357 3291.
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