Deputy Director: Whole School Evaluation (Wse)
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About the role
The Department of Basic Education is hiring a Deputy Director: Whole School Evaluation (Wse) in Teacher, Education Human Resources Management Chief Directorate: Education Human Resources Management Directorate: Education Performance Management & Development and Whole- School Evaluation, based in Department of Basic Education (Pretoria). This is a permanent post, paying R1,101,468 a year. How to apply: Submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-deliver to: The Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria or you can email your application HR@dbe.gov.za in PDF format. Please visit the Department of Education’s website at www.education.gov.za For attention: Ms N Monyela/ Mr M Segowa Reference number to quote: DBE/75/2026 Closing date: 06 November 2026 Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: The successful candidate must sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose their financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance.
Responsibilities
- The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and coordinating meetings and training of provincial WSE-supervisory teams and district officials, Developing training material and instruments for internal and external school evaluations, Monitoring and reporting on the quality and effectiveness of school evaluations, Analysing reports on lesson observations, Monitoring WSE post-address areas of underperformance, Effectively use reliable and valid data for School Improvement Plans to support systematic evaluation processes, Creating a repository of school evaluation reports for system wide consumption, Work collaboratively to establish partnerships with stakeholders in the sector to strengthen accountability and promote improvement.
Requirements
- NQF level 6 post matric qualification or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA, 4 years relevant experience as an Assistant Director or equivalent, A post graduate will serve as an advantage, At least 10 years (10) years overall experience as an educator with 5 years management experience, Experience in project management, supervision and managing a budget in line with strategic plan, Extensive knowledge of the General Education and Training (GET) and Further Education and Training (FET) curriculum, Knowledge and understanding of school evaluation, performance management and accountability systems, Knowledge of and insight into relevant education policies and legislation as well as CAPs, Knowledge of the national WSE-policy, Knowledge of research methods, Ability to conduct and report on classroom observations, Ability to keep up with a challenging education environment for the 21st Century, Adapt an outcomes approach and foster data-driven decision-making, Have capacity to work without supervision and be able to meet targets and deadline, Willingness to work extensive hours and be prepared to travel, Strong verbal and written communication skills, Good computer skills in Microsoft Office Programmes: Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Report writing and presentation skills, Excellent people skills in order to interact with stakeholders, A valid driver’s licence, Have a passion for making a positive contribution in the South African Education Sector.