CES: EDUCATION SERVICES OPERATIONS

Reference Number: DOE-ES14/08/2026

Department: Education

Job Type: Permanent

Directorate: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

Chief Directorate: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

Salary Level: OSD

Remuneration: R 1 151 079.00 per annum (MMS Package) OSD An all-inclusive salary package), structured as follows: Basic salary – 70% of package; State contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund – 13% of basic salary. The remaining flexible portion may be structured in terms of the applicable remuneration rules

Location: CLUSTER A: MTHATHA

Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026

Requirements

A recognized RVQ 13/14 qualification, which includes a knowledge base of
either Curriculum, ESSS or Management and Governance. Registration with SACE as
professional educator. Nine 9 years' experience in the educational field. A
Valid drivers' license. Sound understanding and knowledge of governance
management. Management of Diversity. Understanding performance management systeMs
Knowledge of the constitution as well as other relevant Acts and Policies.

Experience in research on the latest developments related to curriculum
transformation. A good understanding of Matrix management. Knowledge and
understanding of ICT in Education, as it relates to teaching and learning in
the classroom. A sound understanding of curriculum transformation issues and
capacity building processes in education. Interpret, analyse and apply current
legislation and departmental policies. Supervisory, organizational and
interpersonal skills. Proven written, report writing, verbal and communication
skills. Computer Literacy - MS Word, Ms Excel, MS Power Point and MS Outlook.
Knowledge of Education Sector will be added advantage.

Duties

Responsible for coordinating and overseeing education management,
curriculum support, institutional development, and learner support services
across districts within the Cluster. Ensure the effective implementation of
departmental policies, operational plans, and standardised systems in schools
and districts. Monitoring school functionality and learner performance,
coordinating social support programmes, strengthening governance and
accountability, supporting districts with operational challenges, and ensuring
effective management of human, financial, physical, and LTSM resources.
Facilitate collaboration between districts and Head Office within a matrix
management framework, oversees policy implementation and strategic initiatives,
manage staff performance and development, and compile performance and
compliance reports to support improved service delivery and educational
outcomes. Conduct ongoing research on education delivery issues within
districts. Monitor the implementation of the Mother Tongue Based Bilingual
Education (MTBBE), Incremental Introduction of African Language (IIAL) and
Early Childhood Development including the Numeracy and Reading Programmes.
Monitor and coordinate the implementation of the rationalisation and
realignment of school programme in districts.

ENQUIRIES: Mr M Mbangeni & Mr M Mpupu (Tell: 040 608 4200)

For e-Recruitment Enquiries, email: [email protected]a
  

More Information

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS USING THE FOLLOWING OPTION

1) only via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e-Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: [email protected]. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon-Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Direct all enquiries to the specified enquiries person or eMail Address. Hand-delivered, eMailed, Faxed, Posted applications will not be accepted.

CLOSING DATE: 11 September 2026. Applications received after closing date will not be considered.

ADVERT NOTE: Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents (like a copy of Permanent Resident Permit for Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders to HR on or before the interview date. Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application.

Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/ study verification and previous employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic Managerial Competency Assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of Competency-based Assessment. Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge test. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) must be submitted prior appointment. Full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programmeSuccessful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months. It is the objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. The EE targets of the recruiting Department will be adhered to although the applications are welcome from all racial groups. The Recruiting Department reserves the right to amend/ review/ withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Females and People with Disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed.
Note: Due to austerity measures, the Department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending pre-selection assessment/s and interviews. (you will add this only if applicable to you)