• Reference Number : REFS/022090
• Directorate : CHIEF DIRECTORATE: Strategic Planning & Management
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : SALARY: R1 216 824 per annum (an all-inclusive package)
• Enquiries : Ms Winny Radzilani Tel: (011) 843 6540

Requirements :

• An appropriate Advanced Diploma/B-Tech /Degree (NQF Level 7) qualification in Public Administration/ Public Management/ Education/Social Investment and/or Law, with at least 5 years’ experience at a middle/Senior Management level in strategic partnership or inter- governmental relations experience. Knowledge of public sector, local government and public/private entities systems and relevant legislation/statutes, Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations. Valid South African driver’s license is essential. COMPETENCIES: Strategic capability and leadership. Ability to work under pressure. Knowledge and experience of the donor sector, preferably of education foundations and trusts. Strong strategic and analytical skills. Communication and stakeholder management skills, including an ability to work and communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of individuals, donors, business leaders, public figures, within a broad range of cultural environments. Excellent report writing, analytical, computer and communication skills, including oral presentation skills.

Duties :

• Develop and implement the strategic partnership strategy. Oversee the intergovernmental and intra institutional relations for the department. Ensure establishment of contacts and partnerships opportunities with education authorities in other countries as part of a learning network. Coordinate Departmental strategy on international relations and agreements (e.g. donor funding and cooperation agreements). Establish and oversee the stakeholder partnerships in support of strategic priorities of the department. Oversee the development and implement of policies and systems. Supervision and development of staff.

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. Please note that all applicants for Senior Management positions are required to complete the SMS Pre- Entry Programme administered by the National School of Government (NSG) and SMS pre-entry certificate is submitted prior to appointment. The Course is available at NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/. For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview process, recommended candidate (s) to attend the generic SMS competency assessment as mandated by DPSA. The logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. 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. No faxed, emailed and late applications will be considered. Applications must be delivered or posted to: Physical address: 26th Loveday Street, Kuyasa Building, Johannesburg, 2001. Postal address: P.O. Box 7710, Johannesburg, 2000 or apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/.

Employer : Department of Education

Location : Head Office, Johannesburg

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.