Current Vacancies at Department of Higher Education and Training

Requirements:

• An appropriate Undergraduate Qualification LLB degree (NQF Level 7) as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of five (5) years' relevant experience at the Senior Managerial level in Law environment.
• Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programmed as endorsed by NSG. Strong knowledge and understanding of Public Service Regulation, Public Service Act, TVET College operation and Governance, White Paper on PSET and South Africa post-school education and training landscape particularly its legislative framework, policies and regulations as well as legislation applicable in the public service, expertise in the government
• corporate management framework, financial management, problem solving and analysis, people management and empowerment, risk management, strategic planning and supply chain management prescripts. Proven strategic management and leadership capabilities and strong communicator with the ability to interact with the TVET College management.
• Expertise in litigation, contract drafting, and interpretation of statutes. Skills required: strategic capability and leadership; people management and empowerment; programme and project management; change management; client orientation and excellent verbal and written communication. Be proactive, committed with integrity. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel.

Duties:

• To manage the provision of legal and legislative services. Provide legal and legislative services for Education Institution. Provide legal and legislative services to skills development. Provide legal support to corporative services and planning and policy development. Render legal support for university institutions, technical vocational education and training institution.
• Provide strategic direction for the functioning of the Chief Directorate. Promulgate internal management directives and procedures for the Chief Directorate. Present and obtain approval for the strategic business plan of the Chief Directorate. Define goals and objectives for the Chief Directorate. Manage the performance target for the Chief Directorate.
• Control the allocated budget of the Chief Directorate according to departmental prescripts. Compile performance agreement for sub-ordinates and ensure the development and mentoring of allocated members.
• Manage the budgetary programme and ensure sound record management of the Chief Directorate. Giving legal advice and drafting legal opinions on the application and effects of national legislation, providing strategic direction to the Unit and quality assurance on all legal issues and legal documentation in support of the Minister, Director-General, and the Department. Provide day-to-day management of the Legal Services Unit and provide overall legal support. Manage and administer information and documents for the Department as a Deputy Information Officer.
• Conduct Strategic Planning, Budgeting and MTEF processes of the Chief Directorate to ensure high performance and cost effectiveness of legal services. Management of Legal risks. Manage all resources of the Directorate. N.B. All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise

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Requirements:

• National Diploma in Internal Auditing/Degree (NQF Level 6) in Internal Auditing. A post graduate qualification in internal auditing, forensic auditing or a relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage. Registered member of the institute of Internal Auditors South Africa (IIASA).
• Certified Internal Auditor or Professional Internal Auditor designations or relevant professional designations will be an added advantage. Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in an internal auditing environment. Minimum 3 years' relevant supervisory experience in internal auditing environment. Computer literacy (MS Office – advanced Excel preferred). Valid driver's license.
• Competencies, Knowledge and Skills: Sound knowledge of internal auditing principles and practices. Knowledge of the CET Act, Public Audit Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and public sector governance frameworks. Understanding of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards) and Global Internal Audit Standards. Knowledge and understanding of risk management, internal control frameworks, and corporate governance principles (King IV/V report).
• Understanding of public sector policies, including DHET/TVET regulatory and compliance requirements. Understanding of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001:2015). Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills. Excellent report writing, presentation, and communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. Strong planning, coordination, and organisational skills.
• Ability to interpret legislation, policies, and procedures and apply them during audits. Proficiency in compiling audit working papers and maintaining quality audit files. High attention to detail, accuracy, and compliance with auditing standards. Ability to work independently and under pressure while meeting strict audit timelines. Professionalism, accountability, and ethical conduct. Sound judgement and objectivity. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Duties:

• Prepare audit notification letters in line with the approved Annual Audit Plan. Conduct preliminary surveys to gain an understanding of systems, processes, and controls. Prepare Audit Planning Memoranda (APMs).
• Perform risk assessments and develop risk-based audit programmes. Identity control weaknesses and areas of improvement. Prepare and maintain quality audit files in compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards. Conduct audits in accordance with approved audit programmes and methodologies. Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. Compliance and maintenance of the ISO 9001 standards. Assess safeguarding of assets against fraud, irregularities, and losses.
• Review compliance with the CET Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and Institutional policies. Engage auditees during fieldwork and discuss preliminary findings. Perform follow-up audits on previously reported findings and recommendations. Draft clear, accurate, and evidence-based audit reports. Identity root causes and provide practical, value-adding recommendations. Conduct exit meetings and prepare minutes. Submit audit reports within agreed timelines.
• Support reporting to Executive Management and the Audit and Risk and Management Committee. Maintain effective professional relationships with internal stakeholders. Provide advisory input on governance, risk management, and internal control matters, where required. Guide and support management in addressing audit findings and management action plan.

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Requirements:

• Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. A recognised three (3) year National Diploma (NQF level 6) / Bachelor's Degree in Information Management / Data Management or equivalent qualification.
• 3-5 years working experience in Data Management / TVETMIS environment or any relevant knowledge. Computer literate and competent in Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook/Teams. Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Presentation and report writing skills. A valid driver's licence. Knowledge of policies and governance environment of TVET Colleges including knowledge of the TVETMIS and annual reporting requirements by the Higher Education Institutions.
• Knowledge and understanding of Information Management. Knowledge, understanding, application and interpretation of office management, data warehouse and IT prescripts. Good administrative, planning, organizing, problem solving, project management, team leadership, analytical, client orientation and team leadership skills.

Duties:

• Ensure proper management of TVETMIS as well as the capturing and extraction of college data. Perform validation of data on a regular basis. Set up the system in readiness for enrolment and support other business processes. Control the quality of captured data and report if there are errors. Maintain the college TVETMIS. Manage student and staff data. Use various tools and extract data to facilitate statistical reporting. Interact with the service provider regarding upgrades and request for assistance.
• Capture all the approved enrolments / registrations and assessments on the system by the predetermined time. Ensure the compilation and submission of reports. Provide statistical information weekly, monthly, quarterly etc. Ensure the compilation, monitoring of academic examination and staff statistics of the college and submit reports on quarterly basis to management and DHET. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual reports as requested.
• Ensure the maintenance and capturing of inputs captured on ITS system and other related systems. Set up the student system for registration of students and ensure creditability and reliability. Monitor the capturing, quality control, validation, run procedure, create file and ensure that entries are submitted on time. Ensure efficient and effective administration of all academic related student system administration for programmes, course and qualification.
• Oversee the load general system, student programmes, lecturing timetables, assessment marks, class groups, census dates and academic qualifications curriculum. Maintain calculation criteria as per guidelines from Head Office. Ensure that MIS licenses are renewed before expiry dates. Ensure the effective and efficient maintenance of the TVETMIS. Management of human, physical and financial resources.