About the Role
The Department of Education is seeking a motivated and experienced individual for the role of Assistant Director: Assessments and Moderations at the National Head Office in Pretoria. This vital position plays a crucial role in shaping the educational landscape of South Africa, ensuring that assessment frameworks and moderation processes meet the highest standards. By joining this dynamic team, you will contribute to enhancing the quality of education, ultimately benefiting learners across the nation.
In this role, you will engage with various stakeholders, oversee the development and review of assessment systems, and implement quality assurance measures. Your efforts will be instrumental in ensuring that educational programs align with national standards and compliance requirements. This is not just a job; it is an opportunity to impact the future of education in South Africa positively.
About the Department
The Department of Education is dedicated to providing quality education and training for all South Africans. Its mission encompasses developing policies and frameworks that promote effective learning and teaching. Working in this department means being part of a team that strives to uplift communities and empower individuals through education, making it a meaningful career choice for those passionate about public service.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and review assessment and moderation frameworks to ensure quality education.
- Implement assessment and moderation systems and processes.
- Establish learning programme standards reflective of national quality benchmarks.
- Conduct quality assurance and compliance monitoring for educational programs.
- Create and manage assessment and moderation tools to support educators.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure alignment and collaboration on educational initiatives.
- Manage reporting and information systems to track educational outcomes.
- Oversee the management of human, financial, and physical resources effectively.
What You’ll Need
- A recognised 3-year Bachelor’s Degree or National Diploma in Human Resource Development, Education, Training and Development, or a relevant qualification.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience in a Human Resource environment.
- Proficiency in computer literacy.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Strong understanding of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) framework and National Qualifications Framework (NQF).
- Knowledge of quality assurance requirements as set by the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO).
- Familiarity with assessment design, methodologies, and principles.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions provided below for submission details.
Requirements
An appropriate recognised 3-year Bachelor’s Degree/National Diploma in Human Resource Development/Education, Training and Development or relevant qualification.3-5 years relevant experience in Human Resource environment.
Computer literacy.
Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Sound knowledge and understanding of South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) framework, National Qualifications Framework (NQF), Occupational Qualifications Sub-Framework (OQSF), where applicable.
Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) quality assurance requirements.
Principles and practices of assessment and moderation.
Assessment design, assessment instruments and moderation methodology.
Unit standards, learning outcomes, exit-level outcomes and assessment criteria.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), where applicable.
Skills Development legislation and related regulations.
Public Service legislative and policy framework.
Correctional Services legislative and policy framework.
Departmental training and development policies and procedures.
Quality management systems and compliance monitoring.
Project and programme management principles.
Financial management, procurement and asset management prescripts.
Job Duties
Development and review of assessment and moderation frameworks.Assessment and moderation systems and processes.
Development and review of learning programme standards.
Quality assurance and compliance monitoring.
Assessment and moderation tools.
Stakeholder coordination and liaison.
Reporting and information management.
Human, financial and physical resource management.
