ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION (MINISTERIAL PROGRAMMES)

POST 25/30 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CURRICULUM IMPLEMENTATION (MINISTERIAL PROGRAMMES) REF NO: PS04/2026DHET
SALARY : R605 742 per annum (Level 10), (plus benefits)
CENTRE : Port Elizabeth TVET College (Central Office)
REQUIREMENTS : Incumbent should have a relevant Senior Certificate / Grade 12/ NCV Certificate (Level 4). Must be in possession of a recognised (3) three-year
National Diploma (NQF Level 6)/ Degree in Education or related field. A minimum of three (3) to five (5) in the years supervisory experience at salary
level 7 or 8 within an education, teaching, and learning environment is required.
n the relevant field is required. The incumbent should have in-depth knowledge of the PSET and CET Acts, teaching and learning methodologies, as well as
the Skills Development Act, Public Service Act and Regulations, Labour
Relations Act, and the Education Act. A comprehensive understanding of the
Public TVET sector and its regulatory framework, along with familiarity with the broader Higher Education sector, is essential. The candidate must demonstrate
strong administrative, planning, and organisational skills, with proven abilities in financial and project management, report writing, and analytical thinking.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills, along with a client-focused approach, are critical. Proficiency in computer literacy, as well
as experience in team leadership and people management, is required. A strong commitment to job knowledge, high-quality work, effective
communication, leadership, and human resource management is key to success in this role.
DUTIES : Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of academic and curriculum policies to ensure alignment with national directives. Support the
introduction of new programmes, qualifications, and revisions to the National
Curriculum (Vocational), and coordinate policy updates with SAQA accordingly.
Manage the review and implementation of ICASS guidelines for both all assessments, including the development of classroom management policies to
enhance curriculum delivery. Monitor and evaluate the conduct of assessments across all programmes and provide comprehensive reports to college
executive management and relevant oversight bodies. Ensure the coordinated and consistent delivery of curriculum across all college delivery sites,
promoting best practice teaching in collaboration with campus managers.
Provide academic management services by offering ongoing support to lecturing staff, planning for quality teaching and learning, assisting with student
admissions, and ensuring enrolment targets are met. Facilitate access to career guidance to support students in making informed programme
selections. Guide the improvement of curriculum content and delivery through active engagement with public and private industry stakeholders. Analyse
academic results, develop intervention plans for critical subjects, and coordinate classroom visits to support ICASS and ISAT compliance. Oversee
the provision of appropriate learning materials by coordinating development activities, identifying material and resource requirements, and managing the
dissemination of learning tools. Effectively manage all human, financial, and physical resources allocated to the unit to ensure optimal academic
performance and service delivery.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Chantel Jansen/ Ms Zenia Plaatjies Tel No: (041) 509 6000
APPLICATIONS : Please hand deliver your application, quoting the reference number to: The Office of the Deputy Principal: Corporate Services: Port Elizabeth TVET
College; Erica Central Campus; 1 Richmond Park Drive; Richmond Hill; Port
Elizabeth 6001; Reception Area or post your application to: Private Bag X6040;
Port Elizabeth 6000 or email to: recruit@pec.edu.za
NOTE : All applications must be submitted on the new approved Z83 Application Form (dated 1 January 2021) obtainable from the DPSA Website or any Public
Service Department website. The new Z83 Application Form must be fully completed and duly signed. The Z83 Application Form must be accompanied
by a detailed recently updated comprehensive CV with three (3) contactable references (provide their contact number and email addresses). Statement of
results to be attached to the application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to submit the required certified documents. Incomplete applications
or applications received after the closing date will not be considered. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for
every post you wish to apply for. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered. Applicants with foreign
qualifications would be required to submit an evaluation certificate from South
African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) on or before the day of the interview.
The college reserves the right to withdraw the posts at any time.
Communication will only be entered into with the shortlisted and successful candidates. All shortlisted candidates may be subjected to personnel suitability
checks (criminal records, citizenship, and qualification verification). The suitable candidates will be required to annually disclose their financial interests
and declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an
integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must consider their applications to be unsuccessful if
not contacted within 60 days after the closing date.
CLOSING DATE : 05 August 2026