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DEPUTY DIRECTOR REF NO: DBE/50/2026 (X3 CONTRACT POSTS WITH

Salary band

R 1 919 241

Closing date

17 August 2026

Reference

HO 2026/07/01

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About this role

Department

Location

Pretoria

Salary

R1 919 241 per annum, (all-inclusive package) 12

Requirements

The applicants must be in possession of an appropriate three-year (NQF level 6) post matric qualification or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA; Four (4) years’ relevant experience as an Assistant Director or equivalent level in the education sector; A sound knowledge of the education policy and legislation environment; Must have a strong language competency in Sepedi, Setswana or isiZulu; Knowledge of matrix and project management; Experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methodology; Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; Ability to work independently without supervision to meet targets; Sound analytical skills; Report writing and presentation skills, including MS PowerPoint presentation skills; Strong communication (verbal and writing) skills; Computer skills in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access and Outlook); Willingness to work extensive hours and be prepared to travel; A valid driver’s licence; Passion to make a positive contribution to South African education.

Duties

The successful candidate will be liaising with district officials and school management teams to prepare for evaluations/research; Conducting independent research/evaluation in sampled schools, districts and provincial offices following prescribed evaluation protocol and evaluation instruments; Analysing data using appropriate qualitative and quantitative tools or techniques; Providing a clear assessment of the state if teaching and learning in all schools, districts and provincial offices evaluated, this will include collecting and analysing data; As an integral part of a school evaluation process, observe educators in practice using approved instruments; Writing, 10 editing and analysing reports as well as provide recommendations for improvement; Collating reports from different members of the evaluation team; Analysing research/evaluation reports to identify emerging trends within districts and schools; Conducting document analysing and preparing reports with recommendation regarding the course of action that the Basic Education Sector needs to take; Verifying the findings of a school self-evaluation; Contributing to standards setting in education; Sharing research findings in different platforms and structures; Identifying problem areas within the basic education sectors and outline action research, which seek to address them; Performing any other functions as deemed appropriate by the Supervisor within the ambit of labour law.

Enquiries

Ms N Monyela Tel No: (012) 357 3294/ Mr M Segowa Tel No: (012) 357 4291 11 ANNEXURE C DE PARTMENT OF CORRECTIONAL SERVICES The Department of Correctional Services is an equal opportunity employer. The Department will take into consideration the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1

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About the hiring department

This vacancy is within De. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

·The applicants must be in possession of an appropriate three-year (NQF level 6) post matric qualification or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA
·Four (4) years’ relevant experience as an Assistant Director or equivalent level in the education sector
·A sound knowledge of the education policy and legislation environment
·Must have a strong language competency in Sepedi, Setswana or isiZulu
·Knowledge of matrix and project management
·Experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methodology
·Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
·Ability to work independently without supervision to meet targets
·Sound analytical skills
·Report writing and presentation skills, including MS PowerPoint presentation skills

Key Duties

·The successful candidate will be liaising with district officials and school management teams to prepare for evaluations/research
·Conducting independent research/evaluation in sampled schools, districts and provincial offices following prescribed evaluation protocol and evaluation instruments
·Analysing data using appropriate qualitative and quantitative tools or techniques
·Providing a clear assessment of the state if teaching and learning in all schools, districts and provincial offices evaluated, this will include collecting and analysing data
·As an integral part of a school evaluation process, observe educators in practice using approved instruments
·Writing, 10 editing and analysing reports as well as provide recommendations for improvement
·Collating reports from different members of the evaluation team
·Analysing research/evaluation reports to identify emerging trends within districts and schools
·Conducting document analysing and preparing reports with recommendation regarding the course of action that the Basic Education Sector needs to take
·Verifying the findings of a school self-evaluation

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Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sprecruit64@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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What is the salary for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR REF NO: DBE/50/2026 (X3 CONTRACT POSTS WITH position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 919 241. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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