PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (WCED)

APPLICATIONS: Applications must be submitted by using the following URL: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/education via Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.

CLOSING DATE: 21 November 2025 NOTE: The applicants are advised to read the foreword available on the WCED website before applying for the post/s. Applications must be made via the department’s online E-Recruitment system.

The online system will automatically generate a Curriculum Vitae; applicants are therefore required to ensure that their profiles are fully completed. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification, as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date.

All applicants must be SA Citizens/Permanent Residents or Non-SA Citizens with a valid work permit. Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews and competency assessments at a time, date and place as determined by Western Cape Education Department (WCED). The Department reserves the right to conduct pre-employment security screening, and appointment is subject to a positive security clearance outcome. Applicants must declare any/pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered post the interview, the application will not be considered for the post and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed, such appointment will be terminated. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

MANAGEMENT ECHELON POST 40/223: CHIEF DIRECTOR: ASSESSEMENT AND EXAMINATIONS REF NO: 303 Chief Directorate: Assessment and Examinations SALARY: R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), An all-inclusive salary package consists of a basic salary and the employer’s contribution to the Pension Fund. The remainder of the package may be structured according to your personal needs. CENTRE: Cape Town REQUIREMENTS: An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA. At least 5 years’ experience at a senior managerial level, with a valid driver’s license. Successful completion of the Certificate for entry into the Senior Management Service (SMS).

Knowledge of: Advanced knowledge of public policy analysis and public policy development processes advanced knowledge of strategy development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes advanced knowledge of modern systems of governance and administration advanced knowledge of public finance, people management advanced knowledge of public communication, public education, public participation and public discourse management processes knowledge of public management theory and practice knowledge of global, regional and local political, economic and social affairs impacting on the provincial government of the Western Cape knowledge of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector.

Skills: Strong conceptual and formulation skills, strong leadership skills in complex situations, team building and strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, outstanding planning, organising and people management skills, computer literacy. Personal attributes: A highly developed interpretative and conceptualisation/ formulation ability, the ability to render advice and guidance in an objective and dedicated manner, the ability to multitask, deal with ambiguity and manage under rapidly changing and pressurised circumstances, the ability to persuade and influence, the ability to lead and direct teams of professionals and service providers.

DUTIES: Develop and maintain provincial examination and assessment systems that are aligned with all national and provincial policies. Develop electronic examination and assessment systems in line with current policies to effectively meet the demands of 21st-century education. Ensure timeous appointments and training of moderation and marking officials for the various internal and 152 external examinations and assessments. Ensure the training of school principals and invigilators in the management of the examinations. Ensure the Management of examination and assessment concessions, appeals, and accommodations for all grades via the CEMIS system. Provide guidance and support to schools to ensure the credibility of school-based assessment. Ensure the development of teachers in the different types of assessment. Ensure support to districts and schools in the identification and management of examination and assessment irregularities. Devise strategies to provide support to schools to improve examination and assessment results.

Manage the planning and administration of examinations and certification throughout the education system. Ensure the management and administration of all external examinations, the results thereof, and certification thereof. Provide provincial printing services and ensure timeous examination printing, sealing and distribution of examination material. Ensure that the service is managed as per contract specifications. Coordinate and manage the marking of examination answer scripts through the identification of marking centres and the appointment of personnel to perform the functions. Provide client support services and ensure accurate registration of candidates and registration and audit of examination centres in line with Umalusi requirements. Plan, manage and coordinate the development and implementation of examination and assessment information systems. Manage the development, implementation and review of policies to govern the implementation and use of examination and assessment information systems. Manage and monitor the development of new IT systems and the optimal implementation of existing systems in the Chief Directorate, in collaboration with Ce-I and SITA. Oversee the provision of user management services. Drive training, capacity-building and knowledge-sharing practices across the Directorates.

ENQUIRIES: Mr B Loriston Tel No: (021) 467 2541