About the Role
The Department of Education is seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director: Curriculum Implementation to join their team at the Head Office in Pretoria, Gauteng. This pivotal role is at the heart of enhancing educational outcomes by overseeing the implementation of short skills occupational programs, learnerships, and special educational initiatives. By effectively managing these programs, you will play a crucial part in ensuring that learners across South Africa receive the practical experience and training they need to thrive in the job market.
Your work will impact not just the educational landscape but also the community at large. By establishing and nurturing strategic partnerships with both public and private sectors, you will help secure vital funding and facilitate work placements for learners, ensuring they are well-equipped for their future careers. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of many South Africans.
About the Department
The Department of Education is committed to providing high-quality education and training that meets the diverse needs of learners across South Africa. With a focus on skills development and academic excellence, the department plays a crucial role in shaping the future workforce. By working here, you will contribute to a mission that empowers individuals through education, fostering growth and development within communities.
What You’ll Do
- Plan, manage, and monitor the implementation of short skills occupational programs and learnerships.
- Conduct regular monitoring of program progress, including site visits to ensure effective delivery.
- Establish and sustain strategic partnerships to secure funding for educational initiatives.
- Manage SETA funding and drive program accreditation applications with relevant bodies.
- Oversee the development of project plans, including milestones and resource requirements.
- Compile project budgets and manage related expenditures to ensure financial accountability.
- Identify and manage risks that could impact program delivery, ensuring timely reporting and transparency.
- Manage TVETMIS for data capturing, validation, and reporting on college data.
- Effectively oversee human, physical, and financial resources within the department.
What You’ll Need
- National Senior Certificate/Grade 12 plus a recognized Degree/Diploma in Education.
- A minimum of seven years of working experience in the TVET sector, with at least three years at a managerial level.
- Registration with SACE is required.
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Experience in Data Management or TVETMIS is essential.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant educational legislation and public service regulations.
- Strong competencies in administrative tasks, report writing, problem-solving, and project management.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
National Senior Certificate/Grade 12/ plus a recognised Degree/Diploma in Education.A minimum of seven (7) years of working experience in the TVET sector of which at least three (3) years should be at managerial level.
Must be registered with SACE.
Computer Literacy (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access & Outlook) and must also have a valid Driver’s License.
Working experience in Data Management or TVETMIS.
Competencies: Knowledge of PSETA and CET Act, Knowledge of Teaching and Learning, Knowledge of the Skills Development Act, Public Service Regulations and Public Service Act, and the Labour Relations Act, Knowledge of the Public TVET sector and its regulatory and legislative framework, Knowledge and understanding of the Higher Education sector, Knowledge of Education Act.
Skills: Administrative, Report writing, Communication and interpersonal, Problem solving, Computer literacy, Analytical, client-oriented, project management, Team leadership.
Planning and organizing.
Report writing, Communication and interpersonal, Problem solving, Computer literacy, Analytical, Client-oriented, Project management, Team leadership, and people management.
Job Duties
Plan, manage, and monitor the implementation short skills occupational programs, learnerships and special programs, ensuring all administrative functions related to ongoing programmes are efficiently managed.Conduct regular monitoring of programme progress, including site visits where necessary, to ensure effective delivery.
Establish and sustain strategic partnerships with both the public and private sectors to secure funding for learnerships and short skills programmes and facilitate work placements for learners requiring practical experience.
Manage SETA funding.
Drive programme accreditation applications with all relevant SETAs/ QCTO, aligning these with industry needs and community demands as identified through Skills Audits of the respective Municipalities.
Ensure the coordinated and consistent delivery of occupational qualifications across all college delivery sites.
Oversee the development of project plans, including milestones, resource requirements and timeframes.
Compile the project budgets and manage all related expenditure.
Oversee the sectional budget, managing payments to training providers, facilitators, and learner stipends, as well as procurement of stationery, PPE, and work equipment.
Proactively identify and manage risks that could impact the smooth running of the unit, such as learner dropouts linked to stipend delays, and ensure timely submission of monthly reports and quarterly reports to maintain transparency and accountability.
Oversee the management of TVETMIS, including data capturing, validation and extradition of College data.
Compile college reports based on TVETMIS data.
Manage human, physical and financial resources effectively and efficiently.
