Senior Administrative Officer – Pretoria – Department Of Education

About the Role

The Department of Education is seeking a dedicated Senior Administrative Officer to join its team in Pretoria. This role is vital to ensuring that the educational data collected from schools and district offices is meticulously managed and processed. By facilitating effective data collection and analysis, the Senior Administrative Officer contributes directly to enhancing the quality of education in South Africa. This position not only supports researchers but also plays a crucial role in shaping educational policies that impact students and teachers across the nation.

In this dynamic role, you will be engaged in a variety of tasks that require a keen eye for detail and a passion for educational improvement. You will work closely with school districts and provincial offices, ensuring that the data collected is accurate, reliable, and ready for analysis. Your efforts will help streamline processes and ensure researchers have the necessary information to develop meaningful reports and recommendations, ultimately benefiting the South African education system.

About the Department

The Department of Education is committed to delivering quality education to all South Africans. Its mission is to promote and facilitate effective learning and teaching through the establishment of robust educational policies and frameworks. Working within this department means being part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared goal of improving educational outcomes for every learner in the country. Your contributions will have a lasting impact on the future of education in South Africa.

What You’ll Do

• Transcribe and record interviews verbatim to support data analysis.
• Capture and collect data from schools and district offices using questionnaires.
• Clean and sort data captured in various databases for accuracy.
• Organize and package documents collected by researchers in the field.
• Assist with communication to schools and districts in preparation for research visits.
• Train and supervise a team responsible for data capturing and cleaning.
• Scan and file completed data instruments systematically.
• Format prepared reports for clarity and presentation.
• Maintain Leave and Risk Registers for efficient record-keeping.
• Monitor expenditures using monthly cash flow statements.
• Plan travel arrangements for researchers collecting data.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on submitted claims from researchers.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by your supervisor within the framework of labor law.

What You’ll Need

• A relevant post-matric qualification (NQF level 6) or equivalent recognized by SAQA.
• A minimum of two years’ experience in the Basic Education Sector.
• Strong language skills in Sepedi and isiZulu.
• Understanding of the education policy and legislative environment.
• Knowledge of Whole-School Evaluation (WSE) principles.
• Proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
• Excellent communication and report writing skills, including MS PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work extensive hours and travel as needed.
• A genuine passion for positively contributing to South African education.

How to Apply

Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.