ASSISTANT DIRECTORS (PROVINCIAL SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT SUPPORT COORDINATORS)

 

POST 05/32 : ASSISTANT DIRECTORS (PROVINCIAL SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT SUPPORT COORDINATORS)

REF NO: DBE/03/2023 (X3 POSTS)

Branch: Delivery and Support

Chief Directorate: Planning and Implementation Support

Directorate: School-Level Planning and Implementation Support (One-year renewable contract) Re-advertisement, applicants who applied previously are encouraged to reapply.

SALARY : R393 711 per annum (Level 09)

CENTRE : Eastern Cape (X2 Posts) Northern Cape (X1 Posts) Limpopo (X1 Post)

REQUIREMENTS : The applicant must hold a three-year relevant post-matriculation qualification in education (NQF level 6) or an equivalent degree, which must include professional teacher preparation and registration with SACE as a professional educator; An advantage would be a senior degree; Academic success must be accompanied by at least three years of teaching experience and at least two years of relevant supervising experience. a thorough knowledge of the South African educational system; a track record of supervising the execution of projects; a track record of producing high-quality work under pressure; being able to handle deadlines; the capacity to collaborate with persons of various levels; ability to operate independently and as a member of a team; the analysis and application of performance data to spot and correct performance gaps; a thorough understanding of the development of programs and the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS); educated on computers; strong problem-solving and analytical abilities; competent verbal and written communication; process administration; willingness to travel regularly; a valid driver's license; ownership of a vehicle.

DUTIES : The chosen candidate may collaborate with circuit managers to create a data-driven strategy for supporting school improvement; join specialized, multidisciplinary teams to manage a range of actions aimed at raising educational standards; Create a strategy for addressing identified areas of weakness to enhance instruction; In order to ensure that all deliverables are delivered (meet or achieved) by the specified dates, evaluate the circuit priorities, deliverables, and calendars (year plans) and engage with the selected circuit managers to implement circuit improvement strategies; oversee the development, execution, and monitoring of response improvement plans on behalf of the DBE in order to document lessons learned for future replication; oversee the execution of the turnaround plans for every circuit that has been identified; Follow-up activities should be performed to ensure the longevity of skills, and annual, quarterly, and progress reports on programs should be compiled and presented.

ENQUIRIES : Ms H Nemabaka Tel No: (012) 357 3289 or Mr A Tsamai Tel No: (012) 357 3321

NOTE : All shortlisted candidates may be expected to demonstrate their skills in a short task as part of the interview and will be subjected to a security clearance. Shortlisted candidates may perform competency assessment. The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose his/ her financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance.

APPLICATIONS: Submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001; or hand-delivered to: The Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria. Please visit the Department of Education’s website at www.education.gov.za

FOR ATTENTION: Ms H Nemabaka/Mr A Tsamai

CLOSING DATE : 24 February 2023

NOTE : Applications must be filed on the most recent version of the Z83 Application for Employment Form, which can be found on any public service department or website or on the DBE website. Use of the outdated Z83 Form will disqualify you. The Z83 must be fully filled out and properly signed on page 2. Your Z.83 must clearly state the position and reference number that you are applying for. Candidates must submit the Z83 together with a thorough Curriculum Vitae; copies of qualifications and other pertinent papers are not required at the time of application (only). On or before the day of the interview, qualified candidates will be asked for certified copies of their credentials and other pertinent papers. Successful applicants will be subject to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal history checks, citizenship checks, asset and financial records checks, qualification checks, and social media profiles). The appointment is contingent on the security clearance procedure proceeding well. The chosen candidate will have to consent to yearly performance agreements and, if necessary, yearly financial interest disclosures. Each applicant must state any actual or potential conflicts of interest, as well as any board memberships and directorships they may hold. Candidates who do not meet the aforementioned conditions won't be taken into consideration. Applications that are faxed, emailed, or submitted after the deadline will not be taken into consideration.