CES: RURAL & EDUCATION OPERATIONS

Reference Number: DOE-RE13/08/2026

Department: Education

Job Type: Permanent

Directorate: SCHOOL LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT REVITALIZATION & RURAL EDUCATION

Chief Directorate: SCHOOL LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT REVITALIZATION & RURAL EDUCATION

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: ZWELITSHA

Closing Date: Friday, September 11, 2026

Requirements

A recognized NQF Level 7 qualification in Education,
which includes a professional teacher education qualification. Valid
registration with SACE as a professional educator. 9 years’ experience in the
educational field in a similar environment, of which 5 years' experience in a
middle management position in education. Experience in the educational sector,
specifically rural education, and a postgraduate qualification will be an added
advantage.

A valid driver's license is required since
travelling is a requirement of this position. Hands-on experience and knowledge
of school management and governance, teaching and learning, resource
provisioning for schools, and learner support programmes. Able to manage
education transformation. A sound understanding of capacity building processes
for principals, the ability to work independently, as well as in a team.
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with all role players.

Knowledge of the Constitution, SASA (1996), BELA, as
well as other relevant Acts and policies, and collective agreements related to
rural education. Knowledge and understanding of MS programmes such as MS Excel,
MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook. Ability to work under pressure within
short time frames. Knowledge and understanding of resourcing, rural framework,
SCM, and finance regulations. A good understanding of Matrix Management,
Multi-grade teaching, and ICT in rural education. Interpret, analyse, and apply
current legislation and departmental policies to rural education. Apply
Supervisory, organisational, and interpersonal skills in the sub directorate.

Proven written and verbal skills. Attention to
detail and high level of accuracy. Competencies: Monitor and evaluate
programmes. Performance management and Project Management skills. Decision
making and initiating action. Adhering to principles and values. Interpret,
Analyse, and apply legislation and departmental policies about rural education.
Developing templates, writing, and reporting on rural education. Be creative,
innovative, and conceptualise rural education challenges and develop
interventions and areas of improvement. Organising and executing tasks. Coping
with pressure and setbacks. Ability to decide through consultation regarding
rural education.

Duties

Coordinate, monitor, and facilitate resourcing, curricular activities,
and management and governance in rural schools. Facilitate interventions
suitable for rural schools. Monitor and implement SASA Section 14 Lease
Agreements. Working hand-in-glove with sister directorates to develop rural
education, learning, and teaching programmes. Ensure adaptation of education
programmes to serve the specific needs of rural and deprived learners.
Implement rural framework. Manage education operations in rural schools.
Coordinate the rural education sub-directorate in terms of operational plans,
budgeting, planning, and expenditure processes. Compiling and analysing reports
regarding rural education activities. Participate in the Directorate and Chief
Directorate's strategic planning and accountability processes. Develop
management plans. Ensure audit compliance and provide regular reports.

ENQUIRIES: Mr VA Joseph (Tel: 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)