Department of Education
Salary band
R 1 551 807
Closing date
31 August 2026
Reference
DOE04/08/2026
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Department
Department of Education
Location
Chris Hani East District Ref No: DOE04/08/2026 Alfred Nzo West District Ref No: DOE05/08/2026 Buffalo City Metro District Ref No: DOE06/08/2026
Salary
R1 317 384 – R1 551 807 per annum (Level 13), (inclusive package). An all- inclusive salary package structured as follows: Basic salary – 70% of package; State contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund – 13% of basic salary. The remaining flexible portion may be structured in terms of the applicable remuneration rules. The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months after assumption of duty.
Requirements
A three-year relevant Bachelor’s degree and a teaching qualification or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 7) as recognized by SAQA; valid driver’s licence. A minimum of five years’ relevant experience in middle/senior managerial level in the education sector; Extensive experience in quality and diversification of curriculum delivery and the design of continuing professional 100 teacher development programs; Certificate in Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme (SMS pre-entry programme). Good communication (verbal and written) skills, presentation skills, analytical skills, strategic planning and reporting skills, computer literacy, leadership skills, project management, stakeholder management skills, risk management and financial management skills; Should be a strategic thinker who has the ability to lead within a diverse environment; Should be able to work under pressure. Candidate should have ability to maintain sound interpersonal relations; Preference will be given to candidates who have a working knowledge of the Education Policies, PFMA and Treasury Regulations applicable to the public service, NEPA, Educators Employment Act, SASA, Teacher Development Framework and Policies. A good understanding of Curriculum and teacher development within the sector; A sound and through understanding of the Education Sector. Competencies: Strategic capacity and leadership, People Management and Empowerment, Financial Management, Change management.
Duties
Manage the professional and administrative functioning of District, Provide leadership and direction with regard to the promotion of Early Childhood Development, Education Management and governance Development, oversee the support of ordinary schools and special schools, effectively manage the co- ordination of circuit offices, Promote and maintain sound labour relations and ensure effective communication between the educational institution and the District Office, Plan, co-ordinate, implement, maintain, evaluate and interpret policy, programs and systems for general and further education and training, ECD and inclusive education. Facilitate and promote quality of teaching and learning in the District, Including the efficient administration of public examinations. Develop district and subject improvement plans. Assisting school
Administrative and clerical positions are among the most consistently advertised roles in both the South African public and private sectors. Government departments in particular have a high and ongoing demand for administrative clerks, especially at salary levels 5 to 7 on the public service scale. These roles form the operational backbone of every department and offer a stable entry point into a public sector career with a clear progression path.
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The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 551 807. 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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