Project Manager: NSF and Special Projects Ref No: PS01 OF 2026 at Department of Higher Education and Training

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate 3-Year Diploma/ bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Financial Management, Management Accounting.
• A Project Management qualification will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ work experience at a supervisory level in Public Service Delivery environment, project management and management of resources.
• Must have the relevant knowledge of the Public Service, NSF and SETA mandates and strategies.
• Candidates who have experience in managing large projects, portfolios of projects, and/or Programmes in the private or public sector will have an added advantage, as well as those who are registered as Project Managers or professionals in the Public Sector with Project Management South Africa or other related bodies.
• A valid driver’s license is compulsory.
• Must be willing to work irregular hours and extensive travelling. Competencies, Abilities, And Skills: Knowledge of other NSF and SETA funded programmes.
• Knowledge of the Government wide Legislation, `QCTO qualifications, Legislative Knowledge and Prescripts including the Skills Development Act, Skills Development Levies Act, Public Service Act, Public Financial Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, general knowledge of the Public Service Regulations.
• The successful candidate must be able to apply strategic thinking, apply technology, budget and financial management experience, be able to manage communication and information, good management, planning, organising, problem solving, quality management and decision-making skills.
• Must be able to manage projects and programmes.
• Must be able to engage and manage stakeholders.
• Candidates must be proficient in English with proven experience in Monitoring and Evaluation of NSF and SETA Projects.
• Further skills requirements relate to technical proficiency, data verification, problem solving and analysis, report writing, preparing presentations.
• The incumbent must be client-oriented, customer-focused, and be able to perform in a team environment.

CLOSING DATE : 06 February 2026 before 16:00