Deputy Director-General: Curriculum Management & Delivery

 

📚 Deputy Director-General: Curriculum Management & Delivery – Limpopo Department of Education

📍 Location: Polokwane (Head Office), Limpopo

💰 Salary: R1 885 710 per annum (Level 15, all-inclusive package)

🕒 Job Type: Permanent

📌 Sector: Education & Curriculum / Executive Management / Public Sector

📑 Reference: LDOE 01/09/2026

📅 Apply before: 25 September 2026

🏢 About the Employer – Limpopo Department of Education

The Limpopo Department of Education is committed to delivering quality basic education, improving learning outcomes, and transforming schools across the province. The department adheres to Employment Equity principles to promote equitable representation across all designated groups.

🎯 Purpose of the Role

The Deputy Director-General: Curriculum Management & Delivery provides executive leadership and strategic direction for the development, implementation, and oversight of educational curriculum frameworks, teacher professional development, e-learning integration, and provincial assessment services across Limpopo schools.

📝 Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in developing and implementing provincial curriculum delivery policies, operational guidelines, and education strategies.

• Design robust educational support programs for schools to advance the National Curriculum Statement and enhance STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) learning.

• Coordinate provincial examination and assessment services, ensuring secure, standardized, and high-quality assessment systems.

• Lead the strategic coordination of Continuous Professional Teacher Development (CPTD) programs across all school districts.

• Drive the integration of digital learning and ICT infrastructure into school curriculum delivery models.

• Provide comprehensive performance reports to the Head of Department (HOD), Executive Authority, and oversight bodies based on national and international benchmark assessment studies.

• Oversee financial, human, and physical resources within the Curriculum Management & Delivery branch in compliance with the PFMA and Public Service Regulations.

✅ Job Requirements

• A Post-Graduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in Education as recognized by SAQA.

• Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience at a Senior Management Service (SMS) level within the education sector.

• Pre-Entry Requirement: Successful completion of the NSG Nyukela Pre-Entry Programme (Certificate for Entry into the SMS) prior to appointment.

• A valid driver’s license (except for persons with disabilities).

• Competencies: Strategic leadership, curriculum policy analysis, project management, financial oversight under PFMA, group dynamics, diversity management, and ICT integration in education.

📌 Special Note on SMS Requirements & Recruitment Rules

Applicants must complete the SMS Pre-Entry Programme offered by the National School of Government (www.thensg.gov.za). Shortlisted candidates will undergo two pre-entry assessments (a practical technical exercise and an integrity assessment) followed by psychometric testing.

🌟 Company Values & Culture

The Limpopo Department of Education values:

• Dedication to learner achievement, teacher support, and academic excellence

• Transparency, ethical leadership, and fiscal accountability

• Innovation in education, digital learning transformation, and inclusive schooling

📧 How to Apply

Applications must be submitted using the New Z83 form (obtainable from any Public Service Department or online at www.gov.za/documents). Old Z83 forms will be disqualified. Please ensure your Z83 is fully completed, initialed, signed, and references Reference Number LDOE 01/09/2026.

Only the Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) should be submitted at this stage. Shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified copies of qualifications and supporting documents.

Submit your application via any of the options below:

• Online Portal: Submit via the Limpopo e-Recruitment system at erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za.

• Hand Delivery: Hand in at 113 Biccard Street, Polokwane, at the Records Management Directorate – Office No. H03 (Registry).

• By Post: The Head of Department, Limpopo Department of Education, Private Bag X 9489, Polokwane, 0700.

📞 Enquiries

For position-related queries, please contact:

• Mr. Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675

• Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345

• Ms. Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059

• Ms. Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664

🌍 Why Join the Limpopo Department of Education?

As Deputy Director-General of Curriculum Management & Delivery, you will lead the educational transformation of Limpopo, shaping academic strategy, driving STEM and digital education, and impacting thousands of schools and learners across the province.