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POST 09/239 : DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: CURRICULUM

๐Ÿข PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: MPUMALANGA ๐Ÿ“ Head Office, Mbombela โณ Closes: 02 Apr 2026 ๐Ÿงพ Post: 09/239 # Ref: A2/006

Key details

Salary
R1 813 182 โ€ข per annum โ€ข package
Centre
Head Office, Mbombela
Reference
A2/006
Closing date
02 Apr 2026

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Overview
Lead the development and management of education policies and programs for general and further education, ensuring quality and compliance across the province.

Requirements

An appropriate SAQA recognised Honors Degree or Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 8) relevant to the specific field plus a minimum of 8 years experience at a senior managerial level.

Proven outstanding managerial and service delivery competency.

In depth knowledge and understanding of education policies and legislation, in particular the policy frameworks governing the provision of general- and further education and training, as well as the PFMA and Financial Regulations.

Extensive knowledge 160 of and credible experience in the area of general- and further education and training.

Proven communication and interpersonal skills at all levels.

Sound analytical and problem solving skills.

Advanced planning, organising and project management skills.

Sound financial management skills.

Ability to develop logical frameworks and other planning models.

Ability to develop and adhere to work schedules and to work under pressure.

Ability to maintain the required level of information confidentiality and security.

Developed computer literacy.

Willingness to travel and work beyond normal working hours.

Condition: Appointment will be subject to competency assessment.

Valid driver's license.

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a relevant technical exercise.

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Duties

Ensure the development, planning, implementation, monitoring, assessment and co-ordination of policy and systems for general education and training (including ECD), as well as further education and training.

Ensure the effective delivery of policy, programmes and systems for diverse educational support services, including education for learners with special educational needs, psychological guidance, career guidance, school enrichment programmes as well as the provisioning and utilisation of printed media and the management of school and education libraries.

Ensure the planning, administration, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on learner assessments examinations and school evaluations.

Ensure compliance, implementation and maintenance of national and provincial policy frameworks in the responsible areas of activity.

Ensure mission effectiveness and operational efficiency through effective and efficient resources management, including the human resources, finance, equipment and systems of the component.

Contribute to the strategic direction of the Department.

Pro-actively build sound relationships with key stakeholders and clients, including organised labour.

Empower staff within the component through coaching, development and skills transfer.

The appointee will be a member of the management echelon of the Department of Education, and will be expected to contribute at that level.

Promote a culture of efficiency and quality.


How to apply

Postal address: The Head of Department
Department of Education
Private Bag X11341
Nelspruit
1200.

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Enquiries

ENQUIRIES: Ms. LH Moyane Tel No: (013) 766 5520


Notes

Duties

Ensure the development, planning, implementation, monitoring, assessment and co-ordination of policy and systems for general education and training (including ECD), as well as further education and training.

Ensure the effective delivery of policy, programmes and systems for diverse educational support services, including education for learners with special educational needs, psychological guidance, career guidance, school enrichment programmes as well as the provisioning and utilisation of printed media and the management of school and education libraries.

Ensure the planning, administration, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on learner assessments examinations and school evaluations.

Ensure compliance, implementation and maintenance of national and provincial policy frameworks in the responsible areas of activity.

Ensure mission effectiveness and operational efficiency through effective and efficient resources management, including the human resources, finance, equipment and systems of the component.

Contribute to the strategic direction of the Department.

Pro-actively build sound relationships with key stakeholders and clients, including organised labour.

Empower staff within the component through coaching, development and skills transfer.

The appointee will be a member of the management echelon of the Department of Education, and will be expected to contribute at that level.

Promote a culture of efficiency and quality.

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