Monday, 3 March 2014

Office of the Director General Administrative Assistant Job at Economic Devpt Department of Pretoria

Job Title: Administrative Assistant: Office Of The Director General
REFERENCE: EDD/2014/02/2
CENTRE: PRETORIA

SALARY:Salary: R138 345.00 per annum (excluding benefits(Level 6)

REQUIREMENTS:
An appropriate Diploma in Office/Public Administration or equivalent qualification.
•Grade 12 with extensive relevant experience in administrative support,
•Financial management,
•Supply chain management;
•Problem solving and process design skills,
•Expert level of computer literacy;
•Good communication skills (verbal and written)
•At least 1-2 years relevant experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide logistical support to the Office of the DG. 
  • Serve as a Chief User Clerk and coordinate the procurement of stationery and computer consumables. 
  • Check invoices for correctness and certify them for payment. 
  • Make bookings for venues, accommodation for sessions/workshops and travel arrangement. Process travel and overtime claims. Collects and distributes salary advice for staff. 
  • Records Management: Receive and register correspondence addressed to the Office of the DG. 
  • Type documents, track responses and make follow up. 
  • Make copies and allocate correspondences to relevant officials and other components and keep originals. Take minutes and make follow up on decisions taken during meetings. 
  • Maintain the confidentiality of documents.
Deadline Date: 14.03.2014
How to Apply:

NOTES:
  • Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. 
  • The completed and signed form Z83 should be accompanied by recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as certified copies of all qualification(s) and ID-document. 
  • Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). 
  • Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, faxed and emailed will not be considered. 
  • Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. 
  • Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. 
  • If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 
  • Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification).

APPLICATIONS :
Economic Development Department,
Private Bag X 149, Pretoria,0001
or
Hand deliver to the dti Campus,
Corner Meintjies and Esselen Street, Sunnyside,
Pretoria, SEDA Building, Block G, Ground Floor

FOR ATTENTION: Ms Nthabiseng Mahlangu

Presidential Infrastructure Coordinating Commission Chief Director Job at Economic Devpt Dept in Pretoria

Job Title: Chief Director: Presidential Infrastructure Coordinating Commission (PICC)
REFERENCE: EDD/2014/02/1
CENTRE: PRETORIA

SALARY:Salary: R934 866.00 per annum.
 All-inclusive flexible remuneration package consisting of a basic salary of 70% and a 30% flexible portion structured according to personal needs).
The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance agreement. (Level 14)

REQUIREMENTS:
An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Economics, Social Sciences or Development Studies or in a relevant field
• An appropriate Post Graduate qualification will be an added advantage
•At least 5 years’ working experience in a management position
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation of infrastructure projects
• Ability to establish and maintain good relations with key stakeholders at various levels of seniority
• Good communication skills
• Advanced negotiation, problem solving, data analysis and analytical skills
• Knowledge of research methodologies and data management
• Ability to travel extensively around the country.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Engage with stakeholders at all levels in government and the private sector on various infrastructure projects to be implemented.
• Monitor progress on the various Strategic Integrated Projects (SIPs).
• Provide analytical and strategic insights into the delivery of the various SIPs
•Oversee the delivery of various programmes and outcomes in relation to the PICC
• To manage the resources of the component
• Unblock issues in relation to the rollout of infrastructure
• Make recommendations on viable options for unblocking to decision makers
• Collaborate with national, provincial and local Government departments, and business, labour and other stakeholders to develop and implement interventions to infrastructure challenges
• Track the effectiveness of interventions
• Conduct monitoring and evaluation site visits to infrastructure projects as required




NOTES:
  • Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department The completed and signed form Z83 should be accompanied by recently updated, comprehensive CV as well as certified copies of all qualification(s) and ID-document. 
  • Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). 
  • Applicants who do not comply with the above-mentioned requirements, as well as applications received late, faxed and emailed will not be considered. 
  • Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. 
  • Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. 
  • If you have not been contacted within three (3) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 
  • Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification).

Deadline Date: 07.03.2014
How to Apply:

APPLICATIONS :
Economic Development Department,
Private Bag X 149, Pretoria,0001
or
Hand deliver to the dti Campus,
Corner Meintjies and Esselen Street, Sunnyside,
Pretoria, SEDA Building, Block G, Ground Floor

FOR ATTENTION: Ms Nthabiseng Mahlangu

Departmental and Donor Fund Magt Accounting Clerk Job at Dept of Energy in Pretoria

JOB TITLE: ACCOUNTING CLERK ( BUDGETS), DEPARTMENTAL AND DONOR FUND MANAGEMENT

SALARY: R115 212 per annum
LEVEL:05
CENTRE :Head Office (Pretoria)

REQUIREMENTS:
A Grade 12 with relevant clerical or admin experience in Finance environment PLUS the following key competencies:
  • Knowledge of Accounting principles Understanding of the PFMA
  • Understanding of Treasury Regulations
  • General budgeting principals Skills
  • Computer literate in MS Excel, Ms Word
  • Numerical and analytical skills
  • Good writing skills
  • Results orientated and self-driven
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Communication: Good communication skills (verbal and writing)
  • Ability to interact with several levels of staff
  • Creativity
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems
  • Ability to ability to work under pressure Spreadsheets and databases

DUTIES/KRA’s:

  • Request BAS reports and compile cash flow statements (budget and Expenditure control statements)
  • Maintain existing and new budget files and filling system
  • Capture budget adjustments on BAS (shifting of funds, virement approvals, roll-over funds, AENE allocations)
  • Compile tables and capture data during annual budget processes (MTEF, ENE and AENE, roll-over)Assist with secretarial support to Finance Committee
.
RECOMMENDATION/ NOTE:
Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Accounting/Commerce will be an added advantage


Deadline Date: 07.03.2014
How to Apply:

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY APPLICATIONS:

NOTE
  • Applications must be on a fully completed Z83 forms, signed and dated accompanied by a Comprehensive CV and certified copies of qualifications as well as ID. References should include present and former supervisors as well as their telephone, fax and e-mail addresses.
  • Suitable candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizen, credit record checks, qualification and employment verification).
  • Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance. 
  • All non SA citizens must attach a certified proof of permanent residence in South Africa. 
  • Due to the large number of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged and correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. 
  • Applicants are advised not to send their applications through registered mail as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection of these applications. 
  • It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and proof must be attached thereof. 
  • It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. 
  • All applications must be sent to the address provided above, and not to the specific region(s). The successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement within three (3) months of appointment. 
  • Should you not be contacted after 60 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The Director-General, Department of Energy,
Private Bag X96 Pretoria,
0001

or hand delivered to,
Department of Energy Building, Corner Paul
Kruger and Visagie Street (192 Visagie Street)

FOR ATTENTION
:Mr. D Mbhokota/ Mr P Ndlovu

State Accountant Job at Department of Energy in Pretoria

JOB TITLE: STATE ACCOUNTANT (DEBT & REVENUE MANAGEMENT)

SALARY: R170 799 per annum
LEVEL:07
CENTRE: Head Office (Pretoria)

REQUIREMENTS:

A Bachelor’s degree or National Diploma in financial related field and with clerical/admin experience particularly in finance environment PLUS the following key competencies
  • Knowledge of PFMA and Treasury Regulations
  • Basic Accounting System
  • DORA
  • GRAP
Skills:
  • Computer Literacy
  • Ability to communicate at levels
  • Good communications (written and verbal) skills
  • Communication
  • Ability to communicate at all levels.
  • Good communication (verbal and written)
  • Liaison with internal and external clients
  • Creativity
  • Ability to analyse and solve problems
  • Ability to negotiate
  • Analytical and innovative thinking
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to work independently.
DUTIES/KRA’s:
Administer and maintain records of Departmental debtors
  • PMG account and bookkeeping activities
  • Administer cashier’s office activities
  • Clear and reconcile revenue/debt related ledger accounts
  • Prepare and consolidate monthly revenue/debt registers
  • Provide advice and handle revenue/ debt related queries
  • Administer cell phones, telephone accounts and 3G’s
  • Supervise and develop staff.

Deadline Date: 07.03.2014
How to Apply:

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY APPLICATIONS:

NOTE
  • Applications must be on a fully completed Z83 forms, signed and dated accompanied by a Comprehensive CV and certified copies of qualifications as well as ID. References should include present and former supervisors as well as their telephone, fax and e-mail addresses.
  • Suitable candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizen, credit record checks, qualification and employment verification).
  • Confirmation of final appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance. 
  • All non SA citizens must attach a certified proof of permanent residence in South Africa. 
  • Due to the large number of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged and correspondence will be limited to short listed candidates only. 
  • Applicants are advised not to send their applications through registered mail as the Department will not take responsibility for non-collection of these applications. 
  • It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and proof must be attached thereof. 
  • It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. 
  • All applications must be sent to the address provided above, and not to the specific region(s). The successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement within three (3) months of appointment. 
  • Should you not be contacted after 60 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The Director-General, Department of Energy, Private Bag X96 Pretoria,
0001or hand delivered to, Department of Energy Building, Corner Paul
Kruger and Visagie Street (192 Visagie Street)

FOR ATTENTION
:Mr. D Mbhokota/ Mr P Ndlovu

Education Labour Relations Policy & Conditions of Service Deputy Director Job at Dept of Basic Education in Pretoria

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EDUCATION LABOUR RELATIONS POLICY AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
●Salary: All inclusive remuneration package of R495 603 per annum
●Ref. No.: 14028/06

REQUIREMENTS:
●An appropriate tertiary qualification in Education or equivalent degree/National diploma in Labour Relations
●A four-year Bachelor’s degree in Law will serve as an advantage
●A valid driver’s licence
●Willingness to travel frequently
●Five (5) years working experience as an educator, including three (3) years experience in labour relations in the Education sector
●Participation in collective bargaining in the Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) and/or the
Public Service Co-ordinating Bargaining Council (PSCBC)
●Knowledge of labour laws, regulations and procedures
●Knowledge of the Employment of Educators Act, 1998 (Act 76 of 1998), the Public Service Act, 1994 (Act 103 of 1994) (PSA) and the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act 1 of
1999) (PFMA)
●Knowledge of Public Service Rules and Regulations
●Ability to interpret laws, rules, regulations and collective agreements
●Knowledge of bargaining processes including negotiation skills
●Ability to maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, colleagues and the Public
●Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

DUTIES:
●Contribute to the continued improvement of the conditions of employment of educators
●Develop policies and initiatives to enable positive trends
●Participate in meetings between labour and employer to discuss and attempt to resolve issues of mutual concern
●Schedule or co-ordinate Employer Caucus meetings and serve as a Secretariat to the Employer Caucus
●Offer labour relations advisory services to stakeholders, educators and the Public
●Resolve disputes emanating from matters of mutual interest
●Liaise with Provincial Education departments on labour relations matters
●Perform related work as assigned
●Monitor the implementation of Collective Agreements and policies concerning working conditions of educators to ensure compliance
●Provide support to the negotiating team at the ELRC and PSCBC
●Support the implementation of Collective Agreements

Deadline Date: 20.03.2014
How to Apply:

  • The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. 
  • It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose transfer, promotion, or appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. 
  • Preference will firstly be given to excess employees and secondly to current Public Service employees. 
  • An indication in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications.
  • Please visit the Department of Basic Education’s website or the Department of Public Service and Administration vacancy circulars wed site for the comprehensive advertisement which includes all duties of the posts.
  • Please note that as of 1 July 2006, all new appointments in the Public Service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government medical subsidy. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a competency-based assessment.
  • Applications must be submitted on a Form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of ID and qualifications. 
  • Please forward your application, quoting the reference number to: The Director-General, Department of Basic Education, 
  • Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to: Sol Plaatje House, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms J. Masipa.
Correspondence is limited to short-listed applicants.
Late, e-mailed or faxed applications will NOT be considered.

Education Labour Relations Support Deputy Director Job at Dept of Basic Education in Pretoria

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: EDUCATION LABOUR RELATIONS SUPPORT

Branch: Teachers, Education Human Resources and Institutional Development
●Chief Directorate: Education Human Resources Management
●Directorate: Education Labour Relations and Conditions of Service


●Salary: All inclusive remuneration package of R495 603 per annum
●Ref. No.: 14028/05

REQUIREMENTS:
●An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree/National diploma in Labour Relations
●A four-year Bachelor’s degree in Law will serve as an advantage
●A valid driver’s licence
●Willingness to travel frequently
●Five (5) years working experience in Labour Relations in the Education sector, including experience in conducting investigations
●Participation or experience in collective bargaining in the Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) and/or the Public Service Co-ordinating Bargaining Council (PSCBC)
●Knowledge of labour laws, regulations and procedures
●Knowledge of the Employment of Educators Act, 1998 (Act 76 of 1998), the Public Service Act, 1994 (Act 103 of 1994) (PSA) and the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (Act1 of 1999) (PFMA)
●Knowledge of techniques used in investigations
●Knowledge of Public Service Rules and Regulations
●Ability to analyse reports
●Ability to interpret laws, rules, regulations and collective agreements
●Ability to maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, colleagues and the Public
●Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

DUTIES:
●Provide responsive and high quality support and advice to stakeholders, educators and the public on all labour related complaints received by the Department
●Schedule or co-ordinate meetings for the Directorate
●Monitor the implementation of policies concerning working conditions of educators to ensure compliance
●Prepare and submit required reports related to labour relations matters
●Maintain records, prepare reports and compose correspondence related to work
●Prepare and submit required reports related to labour relations matters
●Perform related tasks as assigne

Deadline Date: 20.03.2014
How to Apply:

  • The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. 
  • It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose transfer, promotion, or appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. 
  • Preference will firstly be given to excess employees and secondly to current Public Service employees. 
  • An indication in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications.
  • Please visit the Department of Basic Education’s website or the Department of Public Service and Administration vacancy circulars wed site for the comprehensive advertisement which includes all duties of the posts.
  • Please note that as of 1 July 2006, all new appointments in the Public Service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government medical subsidy. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a competency-based assessment.
  • Applications must be submitted on a Form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of ID and qualifications. 
  • Please forward your application, quoting the reference number to: The Director-General, Department of Basic Education, 
  • Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to: Sol Plaatje House, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms J. Masipa.
Correspondence is limited to short-listed applicants.
Late, e-mailed or faxed applications will NOT be considered.

Data Manager Deputy Director Job at Department of Basic Education in Pretoria

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: DATA MANAGER

Chief Directorate: Financial and Physical Planning, Information and Management Systems
●Directorate: Education Management Information System (EMIS)
●Salary: All inclusive remuneration package of R495 603 per annum

●Ref. No.: 14028/04
The Department requires the services of a motivated, self-starting team player with good communication and relevant skills in EMIS data management.

REQUIREMENTS:
●A Bachelor’s degree in Statistics accompanied by five (5) years experience in working with large databases
●Good working knowledge of Database structures (MS SQL Server) and at least one (1) statistical package (e.g. SAS, SPSS, STATA or other) as well as MS Access are further requirements for this position
●Knowledge of Computer programming and project management as well as the Education system in the country will serve as an advantage
●A valid driver’s licence is essential.

DUTIES:
●Develop and maintain a database management system
●Develop and maintain the Learner Unit Record Information and Tracking System (LURITS) ●Maintain historic EMIS databases
●Collaborate with the State Information Technology Agency (SITA)
●Produce output reports on themes sustained by the data
●Assist in producing statistical relevant reports
●Support the maintenance of the Register of South African Schools
●Provide relevant statistical services where necessary
●Ensure that quality standards are maintained on the database
●Ensure continual improvement of the database to international norms
●Ensure security for all EMIS data sets
●Assist with developing value added products derived from data in the database
●Liaise and collaborate with other Government departments, such as Statistics South Africa, as well as researchers


Deadline Date: 20.03.2014
How to Apply:

  • The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. 
  • It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose transfer, promotion, or appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. 
  • Preference will firstly be given to excess employees and secondly to current Public Service employees. 
  • An indication in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications.
  • Please visit the Department of Basic Education’s website or the Department of Public Service and Administration vacancy circulars wed site for the comprehensive advertisement which includes all duties of the posts.
  • Please note that as of 1 July 2006, all new appointments in the Public Service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government medical subsidy. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a competency-based assessment.
  • Applications must be submitted on a Form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of ID and qualifications. 
  • Please forward your application, quoting the reference number to: The Director-General, Department of Basic Education, 
  • Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to: Sol Plaatje House, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms J. Masipa.
Correspondence is limited to short-listed applicants.
Late, e-mailed or faxed applications will NOT be considered.

Devt Deputy Chief Education Specialist Job at The Dept of Basic Education in pretoria

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY CHIEF EDUCATION SPECIALIST: ITEM DEVELOPMENT (NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE)
●Salary: R341 613 per annum
●Ref. No.: 14028/03

REQUIREMENTS:
●An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification with a minimum of five (5) years teaching experience
●Extensive and sound knowledge as well as an understanding of Education policies relating to the curriculum in the Further Education and Training (FET) band as well as assessments and examinations
●Knowledge of and experience in test development or question paper setting and moderation of tests or question papers
●Good computer skills including MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
●Ability to work with a range of stakeholders (internal and external)
●Good communication and report writing skills
●Strong managerial skills
●Ability to work well under pressure
●A valid driver’s licence and the willingness to travel.

DUTIES:
●Manage the setting, moderation and adaptation of all exemplars and National question papers
●Manage the pre-testing and post-test analysis of test items
●Manage the development of a diagnostic report on learner performance based on test results ●Manage the processes related to the appointment of Examiners and Moderators
●Manage processes related to the training of Examiners and Moderators
●Monitor and evaluate performance of Examiners and Moderators
●Perform any other tasks related to Public Examinations as may be necessary.

Deadline Date: 20.03.2014
How to Apply:

  • The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. 
  • It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose transfer, promotion, or appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. 
  • Preference will firstly be given to excess employees and secondly to current Public Service employees. 
  • An indication in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications.
  • Please visit the Department of Basic Education’s website or the Department of Public Service and Administration vacancy circulars wed site for the comprehensive advertisement which includes all duties of the posts.
  • Please note that as of 1 July 2006, all new appointments in the Public Service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government medical subsidy. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a competency-based assessment.
  • Applications must be submitted on a Form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of ID and qualifications. 
  • Please forward your application, quoting the reference number to: The Director-General, Department of Basic Education, 
  • Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to: Sol Plaatje House, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms J. Masipa.
Correspondence is limited to short-listed applicants.
Late, e-mailed or faxed applications will NOT be considered.

Deputy Chief Education Specialist Job at Department of Basic Education in Pretoria

JOB TITLE: DEPUTY CHIEF EDUCATION SPECIALIST (EDITOR) NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE: SESOTHO LANGUAGES

●Salary: R341 613 per annum
●Ref. No.: 14028/02

REQUIREMENTS:
●An appropriate recognised degree or a three-year Higher Education qualification
(REQV13), which must include training as a Teacher and at least four (4) years experience in editing
and translation
●Candidates should be proficient in the Sesotho Languages (SeSotho, SeTswana and SePedi) [Proficiency in at least two (2) of the three (3) listed languages is imperative; these subjects must have been completed at third year level]
●Experience in editing question papers
●The ability to work well within a team and under pressure
●She/He must have computer skills including Ms Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access)
●A qualification in Editing and Translation plus experience in large scale examinations will serve as an advantage.

DUTIES:
●Editing and translation of question papers for the National Senior Certificate (NSC), Senior
Certificate (SC) and Annual National Assessment (ANA) tests
●Proof-reading and quality assurance of question papers and marking guidelines
●Editing of policy documents and other correspondence relating to examinations and assessment

Deadline Date: 20.03.2014
How to Apply:

  • The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. 
  • It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose transfer, promotion, or appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. 
  • Preference will firstly be given to excess employees and secondly to current Public Service employees. 
  • An indication in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications.
  • Please visit the Department of Basic Education’s website or the Department of Public Service and Administration vacancy circulars wed site for the comprehensive advertisement which includes all duties of the posts.
  • Please note that as of 1 July 2006, all new appointments in the Public Service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government medical subsidy. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a competency-based assessment.
  • Applications must be submitted on a Form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of ID and qualifications. 
  • Please forward your application, quoting the reference number to: The Director-General, Department of Basic Education, 
  • Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to: Sol Plaatje House, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms J. Masipa.
Correspondence is limited to short-listed applicants.
Late, e-mailed or faxed applications will NOT be considered.

System Adm Examinations & National Assessmnets Director at Department of Basic Education in Pretoria

Branch: Planning, Information and Assessments

●Chief Directorate: National Assessments and Public Examinations
●Directorate: Examination and Assessment in Schools

Job Title: DIRECTOR: SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION: EXAMINATIONS AND NATIONAL ASSESSMENTS

●Salary: All
inclusive remuneration package of R771 306 per annum
●Ref. No.: 14028/01

The Department of Basic Education seeks to employ a dynamic leader and team builder as a
Director: System Administration: Examinations and National Assessment. Applications are invited
from suitable, qualified and skilled persons for this very senior position in the Department of Basic
Education (DBE).

REQUIREMENTS:
●A relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent recognised qualification in Information Technology (IT), Information Systems or any other related qualification
●Extensive and appropriate experience in the administration of examinations and/or National assessments
●Experience in Examinations Systems Administration, which relates to the management of a computer system used in the management of examination processes and national assessments, is a pre-requisite
●A minimum of five (5) years managerial experience in examinations and assessment
●Extensive and sound understanding of Education policies relating to curriculum, examinations
and assessments as well as an in-depth knowledge of public examinations and school based assessments
●In-depth knowledge of the policies relating to certification and the implementation of the certification system
●Knowledge of data manipulation, statistics and data analysis
●Knowledge offinancial, risk, people, information and project management
●Good writing and planning skills.

DUTIES:
●Manage and lead the development, enhancement and maintenance of the Integrated
Examination Computer System (IECS), th
e Senior Certificate (SC) Examination Computer System and
the General Education and Training (GET) system
●Manage the administration of all examination
and assessment processes, relating to the registration of candidates and centres, writing of the
examination and the national assessment, marking and capturing of marks as well as resulting and releasing of results
●Co-ordinate the system administration of the IECS and the SC examination system across all nine (9) Provincial Education Departments (PEDs)
●Co-ordinate the system administration of the GET system across all PEDs
●Manage the process of certification relating to the National Senior Certificate (NSC) and the Senior Certificate (SC)
●Manage the archiving and accessing of historical records
●Manage th
e data relating to the NSC, SC and Annual National Assessment (ANA)
●Manage the computer system relating to Item Banking
●Manage the analysis of NSC and SC examination results as well as the analysis of the ANA data.

NOTES:
The incumbent will be expected to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her
financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance. Short-listed candidates will be required to undertake a competency test

Deadline Date: 20.03.2014
How to Apply:

  • The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. 
  • It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender, disability) in the Department through the filling of these posts and candidates whose transfer, promotion, or appointment will promote representivity will receive preference. 
  • Preference will firstly be given to excess employees and secondly to current Public Service employees. 
  • An indication in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications.
  • Please visit the Department of Basic Education’s website or the Department of Public Service and Administration vacancy circulars wed site for the comprehensive advertisement which includes all duties of the posts.
  • Please note that as of 1 July 2006, all new appointments in the Public Service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government medical subsidy. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a competency-based assessment.
  • Applications must be submitted on a Form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of ID and qualifications. 
  • Please forward your application, quoting the reference number to: The Director-General, Department of Basic Education, 
  • Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand deliver to: Sol Plaatje House, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria.
For Attention: Ms J. Masipa.
Correspondence is limited to short-listed applicants.
Late, e-mailed or faxed applications will NOT be considered.