| Government Entity | Mpumalanga - Education |
|---|---|
| Location | Mbombela, Mpumalanga |
| Reference Number | A6/112 |
| Salary | An all-inclusive remuneration package of R 1 151 079 p.a. |
| Centre / Location | Head Office, Mbombela |
| Closing Date | October 8, 2026 |
| Apply here | erecruitment.mpg.gov.za |
Reference Number: A6/112
Department: Education (DOE)
Job Type: Permanent
Directorate: N/A
Chief Directorate: TEACHER EDUCATION & DEVELOPMENT
Programme: Programme 1
Salary Level: 12
Remuneration: An all-inclusive remuneration package of R 1 151 079 p.a.
Location: Head Office, Mbombela
Closing Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026
Requirements
An appropriate recognised three- or four- year qualification, which includes professional teacher education in the learning/subject area/phase, plus nine years relevant experience. Management experience will be an advantage. Comprehensive knowledge of the education sector related legislation and policies, including the IQMS. Sound knowledge and experience of educational management, project management and HR development strategies. Good organisational- and planning skills. Strong interpersonal-, communication-, motivational-, negotiation-, problem solving and liaison skills. Report-writing skills. Innovative, analytical and creative thinking skills. Ability to work under pressure. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s license. Registration with SACE. 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.
Duties
Monitor and evaluate learning systems. Research and analyse teacher needs (Induction and INSET). Analyse and develop a database of existing programmes and qualifications for teachers. Co-ordinate and monitor implementation of the teacher development aspects of the IQMS. Determine the appropriateness of educator development programmes. Analyse district Development Plans and suggest possible teacher support-, development- and mentoring programmes. Support, monitor and analyse the implementation of learning programmes, - systems and learning support materials as well as related in-service education and training for teachers. Support and evaluate policies and strategies set for flexible teaching systems. Provide development, support and mentoring. Develop a consolidated departmental register of teacher training needs and -programmes. Assist in setting standards for performance development. Co-ordinate education development centre activities. Co-ordinate PDP and National Teaching Awards for educators.
More Information
Mr R Thwala, Tel (013) 766 0996
DEPARTMENT
OF EDUCATION: MPUMALANGA
The Mpumalanga
Department of Education is committed to provide equal opportunities and
practices affirmative action employment. It is the intention of the Department
to promote representivity (disability, gender and race) through the filling of
posts and a candidate whose transfer / promotion / appointment will promote
representivity will receive preference.
The Mpumalanga
Department of Education awaits applications from suitably qualified and
experienced persons for appointment to positions, as set out below:
APPLICATIONS: Should be uploaded via the following link
https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za
Enquiries should be
directed to 013 766 5524/5175/5267/5458/5350: Ms. NP Magagula / Ms. SL
Mkhatshwa / Ms. SR Ndzinisa / Mr. X Sifunda, YT Mthethwa - HR Recruitment.
CLOSING DATE: 1 October
2026
NOTE:Applications
must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only. Only shortlisted candidates for a
post will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity
document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview following
communication from the relevant HR section of the Department.
The filling of posts
will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan. Due
to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw
any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications
of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment.
All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to
appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Education
within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must
assume that their application was not successful.
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.
Requirements
An appropriate recognised three- or four- year qualification, which includes professional teacher education in the learning/subject area/phase, plus nine years relevant experience. Management experience will be an advantage. Comprehensive knowledge of the education sector related legislation and policies, including the IQMS. Sound knowledge and experience of educational management, project management and HR development strategies. Good organisational- and planning skills. Strong interpersonal-, communication-, motivational-, negotiation-, problem solving and liaison skills. Report-writing skills. Innovative, analytical and creative thinking skills. Ability to work under pressure. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s license. Registration with SACE. 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.
Duties
Monitor and evaluate learning systems. Research and analyse teacher needs (Induction and INSET). Analyse and develop a database of existing programmes and qualifications for teachers. Co-ordinate and monitor implementation of the teacher development aspects of the IQMS. Determine the appropriateness of educator development programmes. Analyse district Development Plans and suggest possible teacher support-, development- and mentoring programmes. Support, monitor and analyse the implementation of learning programmes, - systems and learning support materials as well as related in-service education and training for teachers. Support and evaluate policies and strategies set for flexible teaching systems. Provide development, support and mentoring. Develop a consolidated departmental register of teacher training needs and -programmes. Assist in setting standards for performance development. Co-ordinate education development centre activities. Co-ordinate PDP and National Teaching Awards for educators.
Source / Circular Reference
erecruitment.mpg.gov.za