DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING – PRINCIPAL (X2 POSTS)
DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING – PRINCIPAL (X2 POSTS)
DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING
APPLICATIONS : DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the
Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or
http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.
Upload the supporting documents namely, (1) a comprehensive CV, and (2)
copies of all qualifications (including matriculation), identity document, valid
driver’s licence, and any other document (where required).
CLOSING DATE : 24 November 2023
NOTE : A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be
considered. A user guide and ‘how to’ videos will assist in how to compete for
the form and digital signature. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to
submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant
documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It
is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the
South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose
appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability
will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be
subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical
elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the
Department. The successful candidate(s) will be required to undergo a
Competency Assessment. One of the minimum entry requirements for the
SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without
successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For
more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign
an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be
subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three
(3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to
personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification,
qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification).
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. “DHET is
committed to providing equal opportunities and practising affirmative action
employment. It is our intention to promote representativity in terms of (race,
gender, and disability) in the organisation. Women and people living with
disability will receive preference in all DHET posts”.
PRINCIPAL (X2 POSTS)
Branch: Technical and Vocational Education and Training Colleges
(This post is being re-advertised and candidates who had previously applied
may re-apply)
SALARY : R1 162 200 per annum (Level 13), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Umfolozi TVET College Ref No: DHET10/10/2023
Esayidi TVET College Ref No: DHET11/10/2023
These posts are based in Technical and Vocational Education and Training
(TVET) Colleges
REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate bachelor’s degree/advanced diploma (NQF Level 7) in
Education/Public/Business Administration or related qualification. A relevant
postgraduate qualification and/or experience in the Post Schooling Education
and Training sector will be an added advantage. A minimum of eight (8) years’
experience with at least five (5) years of proven experience at the middle
management level in the TVET or education sector. Extensive experience in
any or all the following general management spheres: college/education
institution management, strategy management, education management,
human resource management, and development. Proven management skills
and a track record in the preparation, implementation, and management of
strategic, operational, and financial management plans and projects. Must
have relevant work experience in training and development or a related
environment. Ability to design internal systems and controls to ensure sound
organisational governance, financial management, and control. Proven
computer literacy, including advanced MS Word, MS Excel, and MS
PowerPoint. Proven report writing and presentation skills. Sound knowledge
of the public TVET college sector and its regulatory and legislative framework.
Knowledge of education and institutional management principles,
methodologies, and procedures. Knowledge of governance and public sector
management reporting requirements. Strategic capability and leadership,
client orientation and customer focus, financial management, people
management and empowerment, communication, and stakeholder
management. Knowledge of and/or experience in the private sector/industry
will also be treated as an added advantage. A willingness to work irregular
hours and travel extensively. A valid driver’s licence.
DUTIES : To drive the efficient and effective implementation of college governance
frameworks and systems; and the functioning of governance structures,
including the college council and the academic board. To build and foster an
effective management team that plans and executes the college mandate in
an integrated, compliant, and performance-focused manner. To fulfil the role
of accounting officer of the college by establishing and monitoring college
financial and supply chain management systems towards the achievement of
strategic goals and compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations. To
establish and monitor effective human resource management and stakeholder
engagement systems incorporating both marketing and communication. To
create a platform for effective management decision-making through the
establishment of an accurate and accessible information management
platform. To lead the development and delivery of responsive vocational and
occupational curricula and programmes and monitor the associated quality
assurance programme and impact on student performance and placement. To
operationalize business partnerships and linkages that translate into student
placements, workplace-based learning, and articulation. To establish and
manage a student management framework and system that facilitates student
support and governance and provides all enrolled students with holistic
academic and social support. To establish and lead a college infrastructure
and estate management system that assures the acquisition, maintenance,
management, and disposal of physical resources that facilitate the
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achievement of strategic and operational objectives. Facilitate programme
articulation and upward progression.
ENQUIRIES : Ms X Rikhotso Tel No: (012) 213 5513 / Mr R Kgare Tel No: (012) 312 5442 /
Ms N Liwane Tel No: (012) 312 6365