Circular 32 of 2026 · Post 32/52 · Ref DHET 06/09/2026

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL: CORPORATE SERVICES

Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)

  • CentreThis post is based in Community Education and Training (CET) Colleges
  • LevelLevel 12
Closing date: 4 days remaining

Job details

Circular
32 of 2026
Page No.
6–7
Circular Post
32/52
Reference number
DHET 06/09/2026
Department
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
Centre
This post is based in Community Education and Training (CET) Colleges
Salary
R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
Closing date
18 September 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Requirements

  • An appropriate bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management/ Development or related qualification.
  • A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ relevant work experience of which three (3) years’ experience at a junior management level in corporate services environment.
  • An understanding of the Department of Higher Education and Training’s strategic vision and priorities.
  • Knowledge of Public Service Act, Employment of Educators Act, Labour Relations Act and Public Financial Management Act.
  • Knowledge of policies and legislative frameworks governing education and training as well as the Public Service and Employment Service in South Africa.
  • Experience in managing people and projects with the ability to plan strategically.
  • An ability to develop, support and monitor the implementation of policies and the ability to work in a team environment, good project management and computer skills.
  • Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively.
  • Computer literacy (Ms Word, Ms PowerPoint, Ms Excel, Ms Excess and Ms Outlook).
  • A valid driver’s license.

Duties

  • Provide strategic leadership in the areas of Human Resource, IT, Marketing, Facilities Management, Records Management, Labour Relations and Governance.
  • Oversee the entire day to day operational requirement of the HR, Marketing and IT functions including those activities in the campus.
  • Render communication and information technology services to meet the specific needs of the college.
  • Accountable for the effective delivery of service in each of these areas.
  • Facilitate and drive the timely and accurate preparation of the college’s annual budget in line with Strategic priorities.
  • Coordinate and driver the preparation for the annual review of the college’s strategic plan.
  • Prepare quarterly reports as per annual performance plan and ensure the compilation f the annual report and strategic plan of the college.
  • Encourage and builds an organisational climate conductive to optimal performance through implementing change management.
  • Develop and implement best practice policies, procedure, and internal control systems to ensure effective corporate governance.
  • Ensure the provision of appropriate and cost-effective service.
  • Oversee the proper and effective management of the college’s assets and facilities.
  • Ensure the provision of appropriate and cost-effective services.
  • Manage human resources and corporate management service affairs in the college.
  • Provide guidance and adequate support and development of the staff.
  • Ensure compliance with all administrative requirements, regulations, rules and regulations pertaining to Corporate Services.
  • Responsible for IT and information management solutions to meet the specific needs of the Region.
  • Responsible for communication and marketing for the Regional Office.
  • Ensure development of PMDS of staff.
  • Monitor quality control of work and develop annual performance plan.
  • Monitor the planning, organisation, and delegation of work.
  • N.B.
  • All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.

Enquiries

Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389

How to apply

Where and how to submit your application.

DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.

Notes and Z83 guidance

Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the digital Z83.

  • Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
  • Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
  • 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.
  • All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification).
  • Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“ DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”. Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements

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POST 32/52 : DEPUTY PRINCIPAL: CORPORATE SERVICES REF NO: DHET 06/09/2026 Branch: Community Education And Training
Gauteng Cet College
SALARY : R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : This post is based in Community Education and Training (CET) Colleges
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management/ Development or related qualification. A minimum of three (3) to
five (5) years’ relevant work experience of which three (3) years’ experience at a junior management level in corporate services environment. An
understanding of the Department of Higher Education and Training’s strategic vision and priorities. Knowledge of Public Service Act, Employment of
Educators Act, Labour Relations Act and Public Financial Management Act.
Knowledge of policies and legislative frameworks governing education and training as well as the Public Service and Employment Service in South Africa.
Experience in managing people and projects with the ability to plan strategically. An ability to develop, support and monitor the implementation of
policies and the ability to work in a team environment, good project management and computer skills. Willingness to work irregular hours and
travel extensively. Computer literacy (Ms Word, Ms PowerPoint, Ms Excel, Ms
Excess and Ms Outlook). A valid driver’s license.
DUTIES : Provide strategic leadership in the areas of Human Resource, IT, Marketing, Facilities Management, Records Management, Labour Relations and
Governance. Oversee the entire day to day operational requirement of the HR,
Marketing and IT functions including those activities in the campus. Render communication and information technology services to meet the specific needs
of the college. Accountable for the effective delivery of service in each of these areas. Facilitate and drive the timely and accurate preparation of the college’s
annual budget in line with Strategic priorities. Coordinate and driver the preparation for the annual review of the college’s strategic plan. Prepare
quarterly reports as per annual performance plan and ensure the compilation f the annual report and strategic plan of the college. Encourage and builds an
organisational climate conductive to optimal performance through implementing change management. Develop and implement best practice
policies, procedure, and internal control systems to ensure effective corporate governance. Ensure the provision of appropriate and cost-effective service.
Oversee the proper and effective management of the college’s assets and facilities. Ensure the provision of appropriate and cost-effective services.
Manage human resources and corporate management service affairs in the college. Provide guidance and adequate support and development of the staff.
Ensure compliance with all administrative requirements, regulations, rules and regulations pertaining to Corporate Services. Responsible for IT and
information management solutions to meet the specific needs of the Region.
Responsible for communication and marketing for the Regional Office. Ensure development of PMDS of staff. Monitor quality control of work and develop
annual performance plan. Monitor the planning, organisation, and delegation of work. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant
competency exercise.
ENQUIRIES : Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or
http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
NOTE : Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and
a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the
digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support
the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference.
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. All shortlisted candidates
for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates
will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the
minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate.
No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course
visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/.
The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If
you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable
candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous
employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“ DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and
practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”.
Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the
Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements
CLOSING DATE : 18 September 2026

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