Department of Education
Salary band
R 1 551 807
Closing date
31 August 2026
Reference
DOE02/08/2026
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Department
Department of Education
Location
Zwelitsha
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
An appropriate recognised bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Education Management, Educational Planning, Public Administration, Development Studies, Rural Development, Public Management, Geography, Town and Regional Planning, Social Sciences, Economics, Project Management or a related field. A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8 or higher) in any of the aforementioned fields will serve as an added advantage. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Service (SMS) Pre-Entry Programme. A valid driver's licence (except for persons with disabilities). A minimum of five (5) years' experience at a middle/senior management level within the education sector, public sector planning, institutional planning, rural development, educational transformation, school 99 governance, infrastructure planning, district coordination, educational access programmes or related fields. Demonstrable experience in school landscape planning, school rationalisation and realignment processes, education transformation initiatives, institutional planning, rural education development and educational access programmes. Proven experience in coordinating strategic projects and programmes aimed at improving educational outcomes, institutional efficiency and equitable access to quality education. Extensive experience in policy development, strategic planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes within the education sector. Proven ability to analyse demographic, enrolment, migration, geographic and socio- economic trends to inform school provisioning, school sustainability and education planning decisions. Competencies: 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 th
Teaching posts in South Africa are advertised through provincial departments of education and must be applied for through the relevant provincial education department's HR process, not directly to schools. Registration with the South African Council for Educators (SACE) is mandatory for all teaching positions. Posts are classified by phase (Foundation, Intermediate, Senior, and FET) and by subject, and your application must match the phase and subject specified in the advert.
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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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