SayPro CHIEF DIRECTOR GENERAL EDUCATION AND TRAINING & EDUCATION SUPPORT

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate SAQA recognised Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 7) relevant to the specific field plus a minimum of 5 years experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Proven outstanding managerial and service delivery competency. In depth knowledge and understanding of education policies and legislation, in particular the policy frameworks governing the provision of general education and training, ECD and ABET, as well as the PFMA and Financial Regulations. Extensive knowledge of and credible experience in the area of general education and training. Proven communication and interpersonal skills at all levels. Sound analytical and problem solving skills. Advanced planning, organising and project management skills. Sound financial management skills. Ability to develop logical frameworks and other planning models. Ability to develop and adhere to work schedules and to work under pressure. Ability to maintain the required level of information confidentiality and security. Developed computer literacy. Valid Code 08 Drivers License. Willingness to travel and work beyond normal working hours. The ability to provide strategic leadership and to deliver excellent results under pressure will be a strong recommendation. Valid driver’s license. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a relevant technical exercise. Please note: With effect from 1 April 2020, an individual may only qualify for appointment at SMS level provided that said official has successfully 134 completed a Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme and that he/she can produce the required Pre-entry Certificate as issued by the National School of Governance (NSG) on her/his own cost. For further information related to the on-line course, interested officials are advised to contact [email protected] The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance. Appointment will be subject to competency assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and technical exercise 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 assessments) The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. DUTIES : Ensure the development, planning, implementation, monitoring, assessment and co-ordination of policy and systems for general education and training, including ECD and ABET. Ensure the effective delivery of policy, programmes and systems for diverse educational support services, including education for learners with special educational needs, psychological guidance, career guidance, school enrichment programmes as well as the provisioning and utilisation of printed media and the management of school and education libraries. Ensure compliance, implementation and maintenance of national and provincial policy frameworks in the responsible areas of activity. Ensure mission effectiveness and operational efficiency through effective and efficient resources management, including the human resources, finance, equipment and systems of the component. Contribute to the strategic direction of the Department. Pro-actively build sound relationships with key stakeholders and clients, including organised labour. Empower staff within the component through coaching, development and skills transfer. The appointee will be a member of the management echelon of the Department of Education, and will be expected to contribute at that level. Promote a culture of efficiency and quality.