About the Role
The Department of Education is seeking a dedicated Data Capturer for the Basic Education Employment Initiative, based at the Head Office in Zwelitsha. This role is vital for ensuring that the educational data collected is accurate and up-to-date, which ultimately supports the effective management and improvement of educational services in South Africa. By joining this team, you will play a crucial part in shaping the educational landscape for learners across the region, contributing directly to the quality of education provided in communities.
As a Data Capturer, you will be responsible for meticulously capturing data from various records into specified formats, such as databases and spreadsheets. Your work will facilitate informed decision-making and operational efficiency within the Department of Education. The integrity of educational data is essential for planning, resource allocation, and policy-making, making your role impactful in promoting educational excellence.
About the Department
The Department of Education is responsible for overseeing public education in South Africa, from early childhood development through to higher education. Its mission is to provide quality education and training that empowers individuals and promotes social cohesion. Working in this department means being part of a larger vision to improve educational outcomes for all South Africans, ensuring that every learner has access to the resources they need to succeed.
What You’ll Do
- Capture data from available records into necessary formats, including databases, tables, and spreadsheets.
- Verify and address missing data and errors observed during data entry.
- Review and validate all data from records to ensure accuracy.
- Submit completed data entries and maintain regular backups.
- Update registers and statistics, keeping records and files well-organized and secure.
- Provide information and support to various components of the department as needed.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent qualification.
- Familiarity with departmental and provincial directives, as well as policies and circulars.
- Strong operational management and financial management skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Proficient computer literacy and problem-solving skills.
- Good organizational skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
- Honesty, integrity, and professionalism in all tasks.
How to Apply
Applicants must strictly apply using only the provincial e-Recruitment system which is available on the official website.
Requirements
A Grade 12 certificate or equivalent and no experience needed.Knowledge: Departments, Provincial Directives, DPSA Polices, Circulars and Directives, DBE Circulars and Directives, National and Provincial Circulars and Directives.
Skills: Operational Management, Financial Management, Project management Skills, Communications Skills, Negotiations, People Management, Research, Analytical thinking, Computer literacy, Problem solving, Presentation, Conflict resolution, Language Skills, Sound organisational skills, good people skills, Basic written communication skills.
Honesty and integrity.
Professionalism.
Self – driven.
Teamwork.
Job Duties
Capture data from available records into the required formats e.g.
databases, table, spreadsheet.
Verify query missing data and errors observed during data entry.
Review and validate all data from the records.
Submit data.
Make regular backups of data.
Update registers and statistics.
Keep and maintain records 186 and files.
Ensure records and files are properly sorted and secured.
Provide information to components.
