The Department of Basic Education (DBE) in South Africa is committed to fostering equal opportunities and implementing affirmative action in employment. The DBE’s Employment Equity Plan aims to promote diversity and equity by filling numeric targets.
As part of this initiative, the DBE encourages women and people with disabilities to apply for various positions, offering a dynamic and inclusive work environment.
Current Job Openings at the Department of Basic Education
1. Chief Director: Legal and Legislative Services
- Ref No: DBE/01/2024
- Branch: Finance and Administration
- Chief Directorate: Legal and Legislative Services
- Salary: R1,371,558 per annum
- Location: Pretoria
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Law degree or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7)
- Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate
- Master’s Degree in Law (advantageous)
- Five years at Middle/Senior Management level
- At least 10 years of experience in the legal field
- Experience in Education Law
- Leadership, strategic management, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy (MS Office)
Duties:
- Manage Legal and Legislative Services
- Provide legal advice and litigation support
- Draft and monitor implementation of education legislation
- Administer statutory bodies’ legislation
- Manage court cases and draft national/international agreements
2. Chief Director: Care and Support
- Ref No: DBE/02/2024
- Branch: Social Mobilisation and Support Services
- Chief Directorate: Care and Support in Schools
- Salary: R1,371,558 per annum
- Location: Pretoria
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, Public Health Science, or Social Sciences
- Relevant postgraduate qualification (advantageous)
- Five years at senior managerial level
- Experience in health and wellness programmes in education
- Strategic planning, human resources, and financial management experience
- Knowledge of education and school health policies
Duties:
- Provide strategic leadership in education policy development
- Oversee health promotion, school nutrition, and psychological support services
- Lead HIV, STIs, and TB strategic plan implementation in education
- Manage stakeholder relationships and provincial cooperation
- Handle budget management and risk/fraud management plans
3. Director: Reading
- Ref No: DBE/03/2024
- Branch: Delivery and Support
- Chief Directorate: Foundation for Learning
- Directorate: Reading
- Salary: R1,162,200 per annum
- Location: Pretoria
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7)
- Relevant postgraduate qualification (advantageous)
- Extensive experience in the education sector, focusing on reading literacy
- Five years at Middle/Senior Management level
- Experience in programme management and working with stakeholders
Duties:
- Develop and implement reading literacy policies and strategies
- Manage reading promotion initiatives and campaigns
- Oversee daily administrative duties and promotional material development
- Monitor Provincial Education Departments’ reading literacy programmes
- Maintain a partner and collaborator database
4. Director: Supply Chain Management
- Ref No: DBE/04/2024
- Branch: Finance and Administration
- Chief Directorate: Financial Management
- Directorate: Supply Chain Management
- Salary: R1,162,200 per annum
- Location: Pretoria
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (NQF Level 7)
- Experience in budgets, procurement, supply chain management, and bid administration
- Five years at Middle/Senior Management level
- Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, PPPFA, and PPPF Regulations
- Experience in LOGIS and BAS (advantageous)
Duties:
- Manage procurement services and ensure quality goods and equipment provision
- Oversee tendering service and contract administration
- Ensure compliance with applicable legislation
- Manage staff and provide strategic direction
Application Process
Applications should be submitted via post to:
Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001
or
Hand-delivered to:
The Department of Basic Education,
222 Struben Street, Pretoria
For Attention: Mr. M Segowa
Closing Date: 31 May 2024
Application Requirements:
- Application Form: Applications must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form.
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV): Submit the Z83 form along with a detailed CV. Copies of qualifications and other relevant documents are not required at this stage but will be requested from shortlisted candidates before the interview.
- Indication of Post and Reference Number: Clearly indicate the post and reference number you are applying for on the Z83 form.
- Personnel Suitability Checks: Successful candidates will undergo checks for criminal records, citizenship, financial/asset records, qualifications, and employment verification, including social media profiles.
- Performance Agreement and Financial Disclosure: The successful candidate must sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests annually.
- Conflict of Interest: All applicants must declare any conflicts or perceived conflicts of interest and disclose memberships of boards and directorships.
- Non-compliance: Applications that do not comply with these requirements will not be considered. Late, emailed, or faxed applications will not be accepted.
