PRINCIPAL: FALSE BAY TVET COLLEGE REF NO: DHET 05/09/2026 Branch: Technical And Vocational Education And Training

An appropriate Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Education/Public/Business Administration or related qualification. A relevant postgraduate qualification in the Post Schooling Education and Training sector will be an added advantage. A minimum of eight (8) years’ experience within the Post School Education and Training sector and five (5) years’ experience at middle/ senior managerial level. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programmed as endorsed by NSG. Extensive experience in any or all the following general management spheres: college/education institution management, strategy management, education management, human resource management, and development. Proven management skills and a track record in the preparation, implementation, and management of strategic, operational, and financial management plans and projects. Must have relevant work experience in training and development or a related environment. Ability to design internal systems and controls to ensure sound organizational governance, financial management, and control. Proven computer literacy, including advanced MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint. Proven report writing and presentation skills. Sound knowledge of the public TVET college sector and its regulatory and legislative framework. Knowledge of education and institutional management principles, methodologies, and procedures. Knowledge of governance and public sector management reporting requirements. Strategic capability and leadership, client orientation and customer focus, financial management, people management and empowerment, communication, and stakeholder management. Knowledge of and/or experience in the private sector/industry will also be treated as an added advantage. A willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively. A valid driver’s license.

To drive the efficient and effective implementation of college governance frameworks and systems; and the functioning of governance structures, including the college council and the academic board. To build and foster an effective management team that plans and executes the college mandate in an integrated, compliant, and performance-focused manner. To fulfil the role of accounting officer of the college by establishing and monitoring college financial and supply chain management systems towards the achievement of strategic goals and compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations. To establish and monitor effective human resource management and stakeholder engagement systems incorporating both marketing and communication. To create a platform for effective management decision-making through the establishment of an accurate and accessible information management platform. To lead the development and delivery of responsive vocational and occupational curricula and programmes and monitor the associated quality assurance programme and impact on student performance and placement. To operationalize business partnerships and linkages that translate into student placements, workplace-based learning, and articulation. To establish and manage a student management framework and system that facilitates student support and governance and provides all enrolled students with holistic academic and social support. To establish and lead a college infrastructure and estate management system that assures the acquisition, maintenance, management, disposal of physical resources that facilitate the achievement of strategic and operational objectives. Facilitate programme articulation and upward progression. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise.

Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389

DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.

Upload the supporting document namely, (1) a comprehensive CV and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A helpful user guide and videos are available on the DHET website careers page to enable completion of the digital Z83. Only shortlist ted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference. 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. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.“ DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organisation”. Employment Equity principles will be applied in accordance with the Departmental Employment Equity Policy, taking into consideration the applicable equity targets, representativity, and legislative requirements.

PSV Circular 32 of 2026, Post 32/51