• Reference Number : REFS/022096
• Directorate : Sub-directorate: Curriculum Management and Delivery
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 444 036 per annum
• Enquiries : Ms Matlhodi Moloto Tel No: 012 846 3641

Requirements :

• An appropriate three-year National Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6/7) qualification in Public Administration/ Public Management or a three-year related qualification plus a minimum of 3 years relevant working experience within Examination or Assessment environment in the execution of Examinations administration at District or higher levels at a supervisory level and or at a post equivalent to salary level 8/7. Knowledge and experience of PFMA, Transport Policy, Strategic Planning and other legislative frameworks applicable to the Public Sector will be a strong recommendation. Leadership, management, conflict resolution and good communication skills (written & verbal). Must have computer literacy and the ability to work under pressure. A valid South Africa driver’s license.

Duties :

• Manage and oversee centre and learner registrations in the district. Ensure that new public and independent centers meet the minimum requirements to be registered as examinations centers. Manage the registration processes of Grade 10, 11 and 12, AET Level 4, NSC part-time and repeater candidates; Supplementary, remark / recheck and the Senior Certificate candidates. Conduct registration mediation policy sessions with all stakeholders. Administer concessions for all Schools during assessment/examinations period. Confirm and clear immigrant candidates on the Integrated Examination Computer System (IECS) and minimize technical irregularities. Establish readiness of centers to conduct the examinations. Audit registered exam centers to establish the readiness to conduct the examinations. Manage and compile examination related plans before commencement of examinations (i.e. Management and Monitoring Plans). Oversee and support the induction and training of Chief Invigilators, Invigilators, exam support staff, Candidates on roles and responsibilities during the exam period. Appoint a Script Library Manager (i.e. Senior Admin Officer) to ensure safe storage of scripts in the District. Ensure that Scripts are scanned, packaged and distributed to Marking Venues. Oversee the conduct, administration and management of Examinations (i.e. AET Level 4, NSC and amended Senior Certificate, NCS Preparatory and Final exams). Control question papers received from the Head Office, and the district’s control list. Ensure that the Senior Education Specialist, Examination Administration submit a formal report on the conduct of the exams to Head Office. Manage and report on any irregularities experienced during the conduct of exam. Facilitate emergency concessions in collaboration with the Psychologist in the District. Administer result certification distribution and remarking processes. facilitates the application for the issuing of certificates -reissue, replacement and combination of result. Ensure control and collect certificates for external clients (Public). Attend to queries from the public regarding registration, results and certification. To coordinate and monitor the budget, resources and overall management of the unit. General supervision of employees and manage performance. Draft the overtime budget of the unit and ensure approval. Collaborate with other Business Units on exam related issues. Allocate resources (human, physical and financial) for the administration of exams. Liaise with service providers regarding examination related matters / material.

Notes :

• It is our intention to promote representatively (Race, Gender and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this posts. Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any public service department or on internet at www.dpsa.gov.za /documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each application for employment form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign this form may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. A fully completed, initialled, and signed new form Z83 (Section A, B, C and D compulsory and (Section E, F and G ignore if CV attached) however the questions related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under part F MUST be answered. A Z83 form and a detailed CV MUST be attached on hand delivered, posted and online applications. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (positive Identity, qualification, fraud listing, employment reference, and criminal record verification as well as the required level of security clearance process). Where applicable, candidate will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge or computer assessment test. All candidates for MMS positions will be required to undergo competency assessment and security clearance. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a security clearance. Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the underrepresented groups as per the GDE Employment Equity Targets. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. The specific reference number of the post must be quoted. Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

Employer : Department of Education

Location : Gauteng North District

Closing Date : 07-02-2025

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.