CES: Rural & Education Operation at Eastern Cape Department of Education

Requirements

• A recognised three or four year qualification, which includes professional teacher education qualification and registered with SACE as professional educator and 9 years’ experience in the education field; Experience in the educational sector and a post graduate qualification in Human Resource Management will be an added advantage;
• The incumbent should have the following attributes and skills: Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access and Powerpoint; understanding of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Employment of Educators Act, Personnel Administrative Measures and Persal; Exceptional analytical skills and Mathematical skills;
• Ability to work under pressure; problem solving skills; innovation and ability to learn quickly; Excellent communication (written and verbal), excellent interpersonal skills, ability to initiate and close attention to detail; A driver’s license is required since travelling is a requirement of this position. 
• A recognised NQF Level 7 qualification in Education, which includes a professional teacher education qualification.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a middle management position in education. Valid registration with SACE as a professional educator. Hands-on experience and knowledge of school management and governance, teaching and learning, resource provision for schools and learner support programmes. 

Duties

• Develop teaching models suitable for rural schools. Coordinate infrastructure development and maintenance for rural schools.
• Monitor the implementation of SASSA section 14 agreements.
• Adapt education programmes to serve specific needs of rural and deprived learners. Manage education operations. 
• Coordinate the sub-directorate budgeting planning and expenditure processes.
• Participate in the Directorate and Chief Directorate’s strategic planning and accountability processes.