Current Jobs at Mpumalanga Department of Education

REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate SAQA recognised Honours Degree or Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 8) relevant to the specific field plus a minimum of 8 years experience at a 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- and further education and training, as well as the PFMA and Financial Regulations. 

DUTIES :

• Ensure the development, planning, implementation, monitoring, assessment and co-ordination of policy and systems for general education and training (including ECD), as well as further education and training.
• 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 the planning, administration, monitoring, evaluation and reporting on learner assessments examinations and school evaluations.
• 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. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate SAQA recognised Bachelor’s 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.
• The following will serve as a strong recommendation: Sound knowledge of and experience in education and public sector management, as well as interactions between the various role players in the education and public sector.

DUTIES :

• Planning: Plan, co-ordinate, implement, maintain, evaluate and interpret policy, programs and systems for general and further education and training, ECD and inclusive education. Facilitate and promote quality of teaching and learning in the district, including the efficient administration of public examinations. Develop district and subject improvement plans.
• Assisting schools with compiling school improvement plans or development plans. Ensure the collection and analyses of school, circuit and district data to inform planning. Ensure that District, Circuits and schools improvement plans are linked and coherent to the National and Provincial departmental plans.
• Co-ordinate and monitor that the allocation and utilization of resources in the district is cost effective and benefits the institutions equitably. To plan priorities of Mpumalanga Department of Education including resource planning. Facilitate the continuous development of self-managing educational institutions. Account to the Head of Department for all policy and financial mandates of the district.
• Actively engage in policy development to ensure the support of the district in the continuous review of policy imperatives and implementation thereof. Manage the transformation programs and processes of the district. Manage and render communication services. Manage and render corporate services for the district in accordance with policy and delegations.
• Respond to any complaints or enquiries referred by the office of the MEC, Head of Department and Branch Managers. Support: Provide an enabling environment and targeted support for education institutions within districts to do their work in line with educational law and policy.
• Ensure that district officials provide targeted support to education institutions through school visits, classroom observations, consultants and cluster meetings. 

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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 year’s experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Competencies: In depth knowledge of government policies (PSR, MTEF etc.).
• Sound understanding and insight into the programmes and priorities of government. Sound understanding of human resource development in government. 

DUTIES :

• Plan, develop and maintain a workplace skills development strategy. Develop and review an integrated HRD Policy and Plan with reference to the following: ensure sufficient funds are available for training and oversee the analysis of training needs. Manage the implementation of personal development plans.
• Manage and monitor the presentation of short courses, seminars and workshops. Oversee the conducting of orientation sessions for registered service providers.
• Manage the evaluation of training. Manage and co-ordinate all processes for bursaries. Manage the assistance in meeting strategic staffing needs and alleviation of unemployment through the provision of practical and accelerated work experience programmes and skilling of the youth.
• Manage the development of Public Service Staff (PSS) through training and education. 

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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.
• Competencies: Extensive knowledge of HR policy frameworks, education legislation and policies and public service legislation and policies pertaining to HR Provisioning. In depth knowledge of and experience in procedures for dealing with the job evaluation system, HR Provisioning and HR Planning. 

DUTIES :

• Manage the HR Provisioning Unit. Manage organisational development, the job evaluation system and equitable job design in line with strategic- and HR Planning. Manage strategic plans for the provisioning of human resources, and the provision of an effective HR information service.
• Manage the monitoring and maintenance of the departmental establishment as well as the PERSAL Personnel sub-system. Manage the Post Provisioning Norms in the allocation of posts & employment of educators. Manage and control the provisioning of human resources in line with HR- and Affirmative Action plans.
• Manage the recruitment and employment of educators and officials in offices in accordance with policy and delegations. Provide costing and inputs for Compensation budgeting processes. Give direction to, co-ordinate, monitor and advise on all HR provisioning related matters (procedural and policy).
• Manage the development and implementation of HR Plan, HR Performance Information, Risk Management & all other HR Strategic interventions in accordance to the approved HR Strategy & appropriate policy, processes & procedures- and administrative structures for the provision and maintenance of a HR provisioning service. Identify the needs for improved HR provisioning services and formulate programmes and projects for the implementation thereof.
• Ensure compliance, implementation and maintenance of national and provincial policy frameworks in the responsible areas of activity. Maintain discipline of staff members. Promote a culture of efficiency and quality. Execute HR Performance Management. 

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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.
• Extensive credible experience in the rendering of reliable legal advisory services with regard to all legal matters.

DUTIES :

• Manage and oversee the rendering of all legal advisory and litigation services to the Department. Manage and co-ordinate the development and maintenance of provincial education and training legislation, including conducting of research on legislation and case law, the drafting of Notices and Court documents and dealing with appeals for the Executive Authority.
• Manage and assist with the interpretation of legislation and regulations. Co-ordinate the administering of legislation concerning statutory bodies. Manage the liaison with the State Attorney and the State Law Advisors.
• Manage the monitoring of compliance, including negotiation of contracts, the compilation of interpretative guidelines for contracts and service level agreements as well as a contract management manual and compliance manuals on relevant procedures, the compilation of quarterly needs analysis reports as well as impact analysis reports, the conducting of legal research and the publishing of articles on legal services issues to keep the Department on track.
• Design systems to improve the efficiency and productivity of the Directorate. Pro-actively build sound relationships with key stakeholders and clients, including organised labour. Promote a culture of efficiency and quality.
• Empower staff within the component through performance management, 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. 

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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.
• Extensive credible experience in facilitating and monitoring strategic planning processes and research programmes.

DUTIES :

• Conduct research related to strategic planning and formulate and review a clear strategic plan for the Department within the MTEF. Manage the promotion of integrated development planning and partnerships with all stakeholders involved in the reconstruction and development of education. Facilitate programmes alignment within the department, as well as the planning, monitoring and assessment of progress regarding the provincial programmes.
• Monitor the overall provisioning of education in the province and facilitate the planning of new policy directions. Ensure active and influential participation in provincial, national, and international development and planning processes with a view to identifying policy implications for education.
• Strategically co-ordinate, monitor and report on macro policy and planning processes, including the development of strategies for the monitoring and evaluation of programmes and the co-ordination of the preparation of the Annual Report. Determine the research needs of the department, conduct research/ co-ordinate the conducting of research and establish a departmental resource centre. Initiate, develop, facilitate and co-ordinate all developmental education projects in support of the overall strategic plan.
• 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 Human Resources, Finance, Equipment, etc.) of the component.
• Pro-actively build sound relationships with key stakeholders and clients, including organised labour. Promote a culture of efficiency and quality. The appointee will be a member of the management echelon of the Department of Education, and will be expected to contribute at that level. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate SAQA recognised Bachelor’s 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.
• Sound knowledge of the relevant frameworks including Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Preferential Procurement Policy Framework, Financial Regulations and Public Service procurement procedures.

DUTIES :

• Manage and give strategic direction to the Supply Chain Management Unit. Ensure compliance, implementation and maintenance of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and PPPFA in the responsible areas of activity. Serve as an organizational purchasing key driver in executing the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework. Drive the deployment of organizational sourcing/procurement strategy and related strategic initiatives.
• Implement, evaluate and improve organisational Procurement policies, systems, processes, procedures and best practices within the relevant framework in achieving mission effectiveness, operational efficiency and improved service delivery.
• Identify, investigate, select and develop appropriate sources of supply and solution providers. Oversee corporate procurement activities, administration of tender processes, contract management/administration, store/inventory, logistics, security, archiving and auxiliary office support functions.
• Ensure mission effectiveness and operational efficiency through effective and efficient resources management (including Human Resources, Finance, Equipment, etc.) of the component. Contribute to the strategic directions of the organisation. Pro-actively build sound relationship with key stakeholders and clients/customers including suppliers/service providers. Empower staff within the component by coaching, developing and skill-transfer. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in the relevant field, minimum of 3 years proven experience in the field of Security Management.

DUTIES :

• Identify all risks and threats to the security of the department. Formulate departmental security policy and ensure the existence and availability of proper security systems. Manage the provision of the safety of departmental documentation, personnel, communication, computers and physical assets.
• Manage the provisioning and payment of security services. Manage and co-ordinate the screening and vetting of officials. Manage the presentation of training to line management and staff in respect of security matters.
• Liaise with the SSA for support and advice in respect of information security and conduct investigations on security related matters. Initiate/co-ordinate disciplinary steps in cases of non-adherence to security standards in line with the departmental disciplinary procedures.
• Manage, monitor, evaluate and initiate improvement of the effectiveness of security measures and procedures. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• Degree in Engineering. Registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA. Six years’ relevant post-qualification (after completing qualification) experience.
• Research and technical report writing skills. Programme and project management skills. Computer literate. Valid Driver’s license.  

DUTIES :

• Provide electrical engineering inputs and guidance which include all aspects of innovative and complex engineering applications for the development of infrastructure strategies, policies, systems, norms, standards and signing off on electrical installations.
• Develop and maintain technical and functional norms and standards from an engineering perspective. Investigate proposals for innovative service delivery mechanisms and undertake feasibility studies. Compile electrical briefing documentation and specifications.
• Provide inputs to the determination of the Construction Procurement Strategy, the User Asset Management Plan and the Infrastructure Programme Management Plan. Investigate electrical engineering installations and oversee commissioning of electrical engineering installations. Manage people. Undertake research.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Public Management or equivalent qualification plus 3 years relevant experience.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of the functional areas covered by the Executive Authority’s portfolio (education and related). 

DUTIES :

• Manage the administrative activities within the office of the executive authority. This would, inter alia, entail the following: Develop, implement and maintain systems, registers and databases to monitor and manage the flow of documents to, from and within the office of the executive authority. Compile correspondence, submissions and cabinet memoranda as required.
• Study, edit and comment on submissions to be submitted to the executive authority for consideration. Manage the procurement and maintenance of equipment and administer the budget in the office of the executive authority. Manage logistical support in the office of the executive authority.
• Develop, implement and maintain a filing system for the office of the executive authority. Manage the registry of the office of the executive authority. Ensure that documents are classified in accordance with the MIS prescripts and are handled in accordance with their classification. Liaise with internal and external role-players with regard to matters relating to the portfolio of the executive authority.
• This would, inter alia, entail the following: Brief the Chief of Staff on matters with regard to the executive authority’s portfolio on the agenda of Cabinet/executive council. Liaise with senior managers in the institutions within the executive authority’s portfolio. Co-ordinate the activities of the executive authority’s office. Render a Cabinet/executive council support service to the executive authority.
• This would, inter alia, entail the following: Manage the distribution of memoranda to Cabinet/executive council members. Manage the distribution of documents and submissions to the relevant legislature and standing/portfolio committees. Keep record of decisions of Cabinet/executive council and alert the Chief of Staff and executive authority of actions to be taken and due dates. Supervise employees.
• This would, inter alia, entail the following: General supervision of the employees in the office of the executive authority. Quality control of the work delivered by supervisees. Advise supervisees with regard to all aspects of the work. Serve as the formal disciplinary authority with regard to supervisees. Ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Financial Accounting or Cost Management or equivalent qualification plus 3 years relevant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of BAS, the PFMA, Treasury Regulations as well as the specified work field. In depth knowledge pertaining to the Standard Chart of Accounts (SCOA).

DUTIES :

• Manage, co-ordinate, monitor and review all policy, delegations, systems and controls required for the efficient and accountable administration of all bank reconciliation matters, including resolving of exceptions, cancelation and re-issue of cheques and EBT's, maintenance and control of relevant accounts/suspense accounts and record keeping.
• Manage the maintenance of the following accounts: General Account of the Vote (Opening journals), Exchequer Grant Account (Opening journals and fund requisitions), Fund Requisition Account (Fund requisitions), Disallowance Miscellaneous Account, Dishonoured Cheque Account and Advance Petty Cash account. Manage the Departmental cash flow. Control and submit financial statements.
• Manage all non-decentralised matters in regard to the above. Interact with other financial and project managers on related issues. Execute HR performance management. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Financial Accounting or Commerce or equivalent qualification plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Competencies: In depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, Treasury Regulations and Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). 

DUTIES :

• Compile and maintain 3/5 years SCM Departmental Project Plan. Compile and maintain the SCM Annual Procurement Strategy.
• Ensure that effective Bid Administration is achieved through compilation of bid documentation, notification and invitation of bids/quotations proposals and submitting the bid evaluations to the Bid Adjudication Committee. Ensure that effective acquisition of goods and services are accomplished based on the Just-In-Time principle.
• Ensure effective Contract Administration including monitoring and evaluating the contractors' adherence to the contract agreement.
• Ensure the finalization of all audit inquiries. Provide support with inventory control and risk management. Execute HR Performance Management. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Accounting/Cost and Management Accounting/Commerce/Financial Management or equivalent qualifications related to the field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience. In depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and the specified work field.

DUTIES :

• Overall management of district Financial Services (including Budget and revenue management, expenditure services & Salary services, Supply Chain services and Asset Management). Ensure the efficient management of the district budget, the co-ordination of budgetary inputs and financial reporting.
• Manage and co-ordinate the efficient and accountable administration of salaries and salary accounts. Ensure the effective acquisition of goods and services. Co-ordinate and administer matters in respect of asset management in accordance with policies and delegations.
• Give direction to, co-ordinate, monitor and advise on all finance related matters (procedural and policy). Interpret existing and newly developed policies and facilitate policy making on financial matters where applicable.
• Develop and implement appropriate policy, systems, management- and administrative structures for the provision and maintenance of a comprehensive district Financial Service.
• Identify the needs for improved financial services and formulate programmes and projects for the implementation thereof. Maintain discipline of staff members. Execute HR Performance Management.

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Labour Relations / Labour Law or equivalent qualification plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in a Labour Relations environment. Proven outstanding managerial and service delivery competency. 

DUTIES :

• Manage the grievance and dispute resolution Unit. Promote and administer sound dispute resolution and -prevention mechanisms. Give direction to, co-ordinate, monitor and advise on all Labour relations related matters (procedural and policy).
• Interpret existing and newly developed policies and facilitate policy making on Labour relations matters where applicable. Manage the development and implementation of appropriate policy, systems, management- and administrative structures for the provision and maintenance of a comprehensive grievance and dispute resolution service.
• Identify the needs for improved grievance and dispute resolution services and formulate programmes and projects for the implementation thereof.
• Ensure compliance, implementation and maintenance of national and provincial policy frameworks in the responsible areas of activity. Maintain discipline of staff members. Promote a culture of efficiency and quality.
• Execute HR Performance Management. The appointee will be a member of the middle management echelon of the Department of Education, and will be expected to chair disciplinary enquiries when required to do so. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF 7/6) as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Management /Public Management or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in an HR environment. Competencies: Knowledge of Human Resource concepts, principles, policies and procedures.
• In depth knowledge and experience of the PERSAL System. Knowledge of the legislation regulating all HR administration of educators and officials and related HR policies and practices, as well as employee wellness. Excellent written and verbal communication skills

DUTIES :

• Overall management of district HR Services, including specialised HR support-, research and advisory services, establishment services, employment, career matters, housing and leave, pensions and compensation benefits, PERSAL registry services, the maintenance of the PERSAL Personnel subsystem, and the co-ordination of all HR Projects.
• Overall management of matters in respect of HIV/AIDS prevention and -care programmes and employee assistance programmes.
• Give direction to, co-ordinate, monitor and advise on all HR related matters (procedural and policy). Interpret existing and newly developed policies and facilitate policy making on HR matters where applicable.
• Develop and implement appropriate policy, systems, management- and administrative structures for the provision and maintenance of a comprehensive district HR Service. Identify the needs for improved HR services and formulate programmes and projects for the implementation thereof. Maintain discipline of staff members. Execute HR Performance Management. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate National Diploma (NQF6) in Public Management as recognised by SAQA or equivalent qualification and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the field of hostel management. Computer literacy.

DUTIES :

• Manage the administration and the allocation of accommodation to learners and hostel staff in the hostel. Manage the provision of laundry- and cleaning services. Manage the provision of proper meals and other food provision services to learners.
• Manage, co-ordinate and monitor the maintenance of the hostel kitchen. Manage stock control of all hostel stock. Manage the proper maintenance of all hostel infrastructure/facilities.
• Manage and administer the hostel budget. Supervise all hostel staff. Do planning regarding future needs of the hostel. Manage and monitor the usage and maintenance of the physical training centre. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate National Diploma (NQF6) in Public Management as recognised by SAQA or equivalent qualification and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the field of hostel management. Computer literacy.

DUTIES :

• Manage the administration and the allocation of accommodation to learners and hostel staff in the hostel. Manage the provision of laundry- and cleaning services. Manage the provision of proper meals and other food provision services to learners.
• Manage, co-ordinate and monitor the maintenance of the hostel kitchen. Manage stock control of all hostel stock. Manage the proper maintenance of all hostel infrastructure/facilities.
• Manage and administer the hostel budget. Supervise all hostel staff. Do planning regarding future needs of the hostel. Manage and monitor the usage and maintenance of the physical training centre. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate National Diploma (NQF6) in Public Management as recognised by SAQA or equivalent qualification and a minimum of 3 years relevant experience in the field of hostel management. Computer literacy.

DUTIES :

• Manage the administration and the allocation of accommodation to learners and hostel staff in the hostel. Manage the provision of laundry- and cleaning services. Manage the provision of proper meals and other food provision services to learners.
• Manage, co-ordinate and monitor the maintenance of the hostel kitchen. Manage stock control of all hostel stock. Manage the proper maintenance of all hostel infrastructure/facilities.
• Manage and administer the hostel budget. Supervise all hostel staff. Do planning regarding future needs of the hostel. Manage and monitor the usage and maintenance of the physical training centre. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Diploma/Degree in nursing or equivalent qualification as well as a post basic qualification with a duration of at least 1 year in curative skills in Primary Health Care accredited with the SANC. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

DUTIES :

• Identify and monitor health care needs of learners. Accompany and arrange medical treatment for learners. Render day to day nursing care services.
• Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by health facilities.
• Display a concern for learners, promote and advocate proper support. Facilitate a wide range of medical care for short-, medium- and long term medical needs of learners. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Diploma/Degree in nursing or equivalent qualification as well as a post basic qualification with a duration of at least 1 year in curative skills in Primary Health Care accredited with the SANC. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

DUTIES :

• Identify and monitor health care needs of learners. Accompany and arrange medical treatment for learners. Render day to day nursing care services.
• Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by health facilities.
• Display a concern for learners, promote and advocate proper support. Facilitate a wide range of medical care for short-, medium- and long term medical needs of learners. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• A Diploma/Degree in nursing or equivalent qualification as well as a post basic qualification with a duration of at least 1 year in curative skills in Primary Health Care accredited with the SANC. Registration with the SANC as Professional Nurse.

DUTIES :

• Identify and monitor health care needs of learners. Accompany and arrange medical treatment for learners. Render day to day nursing care services.
• Promote quality of nursing care as directed by the professional scope of practice and standards as determined by health facilities.
• Display a concern for learners, promote and advocate proper support. Facilitate a wide range of medical care for short-, medium- and long term medical needs of learners. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) in Labour Relations / Labour Law as recognised by SAQA or equivalent qualification in the relevant field plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience. 

DUTIES :

• Co-ordinate, manage and monitor labour matters within the educator and public servants sectors, including: implementation of labour policies and agreements; management and monitoring of time off and secondment for teacher union or employee organisation activities; and rendering support to the negotiation teams at provincial level.
• Promote and administer collective bargaining, including: liaison with teacher unions/ employee organisations and departmental structures on matters of national/provincial concern; development of mandates from the district for collective bargaining and consultation; and representing the district in collective bargaining structures.
• Promote labour peace through grievance and dispute resolution and –prevention, including: rendering assistance to Head Office in the co-ordination of the settlement of disputes; resolution of grievances; liaison with trade unions with regard to dispute resolution; preparation of inputs to Head Office on disputes; and creation and maintenance of databases for grievances and disputes. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) in Labour Relations / Labour Law as recognised by SAQA or equivalent qualification in the relevant field plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience. 

DUTIES :

• Co-ordinate, manage and monitor labour matters within the educator and public servants sectors, including: implementation of labour policies and agreements; management and monitoring of time off and secondment for teacher union or employee organisation activities; and rendering support to the negotiation teams at provincial level.
• Promote and administer collective bargaining, including: liaison with teacher unions/ employee organisations and departmental structures on matters of national/provincial concern; development of mandates from the district for collective bargaining and consultation; and representing the district in collective bargaining structures.
• Promote labour peace through grievance and dispute resolution and –prevention, including: rendering assistance to Head Office in the co-ordination of the settlement of disputes; resolution of grievances; liaison with trade unions with regard to dispute resolution; preparation of inputs to Head Office on disputes; and creation and maintenance of databases for grievances and disputes. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) in Labour Relations / Labour Law as recognised by SAQA or equivalent qualification in the relevant field plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience. 

DUTIES :

• Co-ordinate, manage and monitor labour matters within the educator and public servants sectors, including: implementation of labour policies and agreements; management and monitoring of time off and secondment for teacher union or employee organisation activities; and rendering support to the negotiation teams at provincial level.
• Promote and administer collective bargaining, including: liaison with teacher unions/ employee organisations and departmental structures on matters of national/provincial concern; development of mandates from the district for collective bargaining and consultation; and representing the district in collective bargaining structures.
• Promote labour peace through grievance and dispute resolution and –prevention, including: rendering assistance to Head Office in the co-ordination of the settlement of disputes; resolution of grievances; liaison with trade unions with regard to dispute resolution; preparation of inputs to Head Office on disputes; and creation and maintenance of databases for grievances and disputes. 

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REQUIREMENTS :

• An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) in Labour Relations / Labour Law as recognised by SAQA or equivalent qualification in the relevant field plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience. 

DUTIES :

• Co-ordinate, manage and monitor labour matters within the educator and public servants sectors, including: implementation of labour policies and agreements; management and monitoring of time off and secondment for teacher union or employee organisation activities; and rendering support to the negotiation teams at provincial level.
• Promote and administer collective bargaining, including: liaison with teacher unions/ employee organisations and departmental structures on matters of national/provincial concern; development of mandates from the district for collective bargaining and consultation; and representing the district in collective bargaining structures.
• Promote labour peace through grievance and dispute resolution and –prevention, including: rendering assistance to Head Office in the co-ordination of the settlement of disputes; resolution of grievances; liaison with trade unions with regard to dispute resolution; preparation of inputs to Head Office on disputes; and creation and maintenance of databases for grievances and disputes.