Assistant Director: Exaaminations and Assessments REF NO: ASDE&A/03/09/2026 at Department of Higher Education and Training

REQUIREMENTS :

• Senior Certificate / Grade 12/ NCV Certificate (Level 4). An appropriate M+3-year degree or Diploma. Recognised teaching qualification. At least three (3) years teaching experience in the TVET College. A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience at supervisory level. An in-depth knowledge of academic support with proven experience.
• A proven understanding of vocational training and its importance for delivery of critical skills. Knowledge of all Education related legislative framework such as PAM, CET Act of 2006 as amended, all Assessment related policies &guidelines, curriculum guidelines, Public Service Act. Be in a possession of a valid code 8 driver’s license.
• Sound Computer Skills in MS Office (Beginners-intermediate level) and self-motivated good organizing, planning, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Registration with SACE. An extensive understanding of the DHET Examination & Assessment Policies and latest ICASS Guidelines; Excellent management and organization skills; when the arises. Must be able to work under pressure and adapt to changes in the TVET sector. Computer literate on Assessment & Examinations eLearning platforms. 

DUTIES :

• Manage and coordinate internal and external examinations and assessments activities across the College. Ensure compliance with DHET, Umalusi, QCTO and institutional assessment and examination policies, procedures and regulations.
• Coordinate examination and assessment planning, candidate registration, mark capturing results processing and verification processes. Manage, secure handling of examination materials and scripts.
• Coordinate invigilation, marking and moderation processes. Manage assessment and examination irregularities. Monitor examination centre readiness and compliance. Coordinate outstanding results, certification and National N Diploma matters.
• Analyse assessment results and prepare performance reports, support academic interventions arising from assessment performance, maintain examination records and assessment databases, liaise with relevant regulatory and certification bodies. Supervise staff and manage the performance of the examinations and assessments function.