DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING. 04 JULY 2014, applications received after the closing date or faxed. applications will not be considered.

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1 DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING APPLICATIONS: Please Forward Your Application, Quoting The Reference Number To: The Director-General, Department Of Higher Education And Training, Private Bag X174, Pretoria, 0001 Or Hand Deliver To: 123 Francis Baard Street, (Old Name 123 Schoeman Street), Cnr Sophie De Bruyn & Francis Baard Street, (Old Name Cnr Schubart & Schoeman), Pretoria, Reception Area. CLOSING DATE: 04 JULY 2014, applications received after the closing date or faxed applications will not be considered. NOTE: Applications must be submitted on form Z83 obtainable from any public service department and must be accompanied by a comprehensive CV and certified copies of qualifications. The successful candidate will be subjected to a security clearance and verification of qualifications. Interviewed candidates will be subjected to a competency assessment where necessary. Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed applicants. Director (Project Manager): Career Development Services (DHET 58/06/2014) this positions will be contract based from the An all-inclusive remuneration package R per annum An NQF level 7 qualifications in management, education, psychology, social science or another relevant field. At least 5 years experience in managing careers advisory services. Demonstrated knowledge of career advisory services and must have demonstrated experience in managing teams of people. Good understanding of the education and training sector including schools, university education, skills development and vocational training issues relevant to careers advice.

2 Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures. Excellent understanding of careers advisory services and how they operate. Strong organisational and problem solving skills. Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external. Good technological skills to operate in a high-tech environment. A valid driver s license and the ability to travel are essential. The Director will plan, manage, budget, implement and evaluate the provision of the National Career Information and Advice Service. Manage the implementation of a National Career Information and Advice Service; Develop a national network to support Career Information and Advice; Manage a national programme of campaigns and events to support Career Information and Advice Services; Management duties will include the management of all day-to-day operations (including finances), preparation of reports and presentations, organise and lead meetings, workshops and events, and management of relevant committees. Deputy Director (Project Coordinator): Training And Support (DHET 59/06/2014) An all-inclusive remuneration package R per annum An NQF level 6 qualifications in management, education, psychology, social science or another relevant field. At least 5 years experience in managing careers advisory services. Demonstrated knowledge of career advisory services. Good understanding of the education and training sector including schools, university education, skills development and vocational training issues relevant to careers advice. Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures. Excellent understanding of careers advisory

3 services and how they operate. Strong organisational and problem solving skills. Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external. Good technological skills to operate in a high-tech environment. A valid driver s license and the ability to travel are essential. The Deputy Director will manage the provision of training and support services of the National Career Information and Advice Service. Manage the provision of training for the National Career Information and Advice Service; Manage the support services of the National Career Information and Advice Service; and Management duties will include the management of day-to-day activities, preparation of reports and presentations, organise and lead meetings, workshops and events, and participating in relevant committees. Deputy Director (Project Coordinator): Systems (DHET 60/06/2014) An all-inclusive remuneration package R per annum An NQF level 6 qualification in management, information science or another relevant field. At least 5 years experience in managing information services. Demonstrated knowledge of information services. Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds. Sound organizational skills. A valid driver s license and the ability to travel. To manage the information technology system design, development and maintenance of the National Career Information and Advice Service. To manage the information technology system development of the National Career Information and Advice Service; To develop and maintain the information of the National Career Information and Advice Service, in particular: Manage the technology support to

4 National Career Information and Advice Service s information requirements including to: Administer system back-ends. Administer system front-ends. Monitor data loading. Serve as technical liaison with suppliers. Liaise with DHET technical (GITO) staff. Liaise with SITA (in cooperation with GITO staff). Manage content of systems. Manage content of web pages. Monitor usage of systems. Monitor data quality. Monitor data availability. Management duties will include the management of day-to-day activities, preparation of reports and presentations, organise and lead meetings, workshops and events, and participating in relevant committees. Deputy Director (Project Coordinator): Communication And Advocacy (DHET 61/06/2014) An all-inclusive remuneration package R per annum An NQF level 6 qualifications in management, education, psychology, social science or another relevant field. At least 5 years experience in advocacy and communications management. Good understanding of the education and training sector including schools, university education, skills development and vocational training issues relevant to careers advice. Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures. Excellent understanding of careers advisory services and how they operate. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Good technological skills to operate in a high-tech environment. Sound organizational skills. A valid driver s license and the ability to travel. Being multi-lingual in official South African languages is an advantage. To manage the provision of communication and advocacy services of the National Career Information and Advice Service. To manage the rendering of communication and advocacy services of the National Career Information and

5 Advice Service; To manage events and campaigns of the National Career Information and Advice; and Management duties will include the management of day-to-day activities, preparation of reports and presentations, organise and lead meetings, workshops and events, and participating in relevant committees. Deputy Director (Project Coordinator): Advisory Helpline (DHET 62/06/2014) An all-inclusive remuneration package R per annum An NQF level 6 qualifications in education, psychology, social science or another relevant field. At least 5 years experience in managing careers advisory services. Demonstrated knowledge of career advisory services. Good understanding of the education and training sector including schools, university education, skills development and vocational training issues relevant to careers advice. Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures. Strong ability to work independently, as well as manage, co-ordinate and engage in research outputs. Excellent understanding of careers advisory services and how they operate. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral. Strong organisational and problem solving skills. Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external. Good technological skills to operate in a high-tech environment. Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds. Sound organisational skills. Welldeveloped report/ submission/ minutes writing skills. A valid driver s license and the ability to travel are essential. Multilingual in official South African languages would be an advantage.

6 To manage the provision of Helpline services of the National Career Information and Advice Service to users. To manage the rendering of the National Career Information and Advice, comprising of: Rendering of quality career, qualifications and study advice services. Management of logistical and support services for the National Career Information and Advice Service. Management and oversight of organisational performance of the National Career Information and Advice Service. To develop and maintain the National Career Information and Advice Service comprising to: Develop, maintain and ensure access to career-based information repositories and retrieval systems to internal and external users. Establish an integrated, decentralised career advisory facility. Management duties will include the management of day-to-day activities, preparation of reports and presentations, organise and lead meetings, workshops and events, and participating in relevant committees. REQUIREMENT: Deputy Director (Project Coordinator): Information Management (DHET 63/06/2014) An all-inclusive remuneration package R per annum An NQF level 6 qualification in management, information science or another relevant field, At least 5 years experience in managing information services, Demonstrated knowledge of information services; Good understanding of the education and training sector including schools, university education, skills development and vocational training issues relevant to careers advice; Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures. Basic knowledge of financial administration. Strong ability to work independently, as well as manage, coordinates and engages in research outputs. Translate innovative ideas into actions and

7 activities. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; Strong organisational and problem solving skills. Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external. Extensive knowledge of MS Office Software package. Good technological skills to operate in a high-tech environment. Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds. Sound organizational skills. Good people skills. Enhanced written communications skills. Welldeveloped Report/ submission/ minutes writing skills. A valid driver s license and the ability to travel. Strategic capability and leadership, High level of reliability, Ability to act with tact and discretion, Client orientation and customer focus, Selfmanagement and motivation, Understanding of group dynamics and its management and Honesty and integrity. Specify user requirements and manage the procurement and development of information systems required by the National Career Information and Advice Service. Design, implement and oversee the National Career Information and Advice Service s performance monitoring system. Manage the identification, collection, analysis, synthesis and provision of National Career Information and Advice Service information. Develop, maintain and ensure access to career-based information repositories and retrieval systems including case database, knowledge base and internet portals. Deputy Director: Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting (DHET 71/06/2014) Chief Directorate: Human Resource Development Council Permanent Post All inclusive remuneration package of R per annum A relevant diploma/degree, post graduate qualification will be an added advantage; Five years experience, with two years proven experience in the field of Planning Monitoring and Evaluation and Reporting three years supervisory experience;

8 Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework as well policy formulation process within Government; Strong analytical skills and demonstrated ability to prepare data collection instruments; analyse and summarise data and interpret results for the benefit of program improvement; Good communication skills (written and verbal) including report writing skills. To develop, manage and implement the Monitoring and Evaluation Framework; To manage the coordination of the strategic planning sessions of the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) Secretariat; as well as Council; Contribute to strategic planning and reporting including the Annual Performance Plan, mid-term reports and preparation of draft material on Monitoring and Evaluation activities; To manage monitoring and evaluation of operational plans; To coordinate the implementation of operational plans; To provide competent advice on how to implement Council objectives and strategic goals; To liaise with Provincial Governments to ensure that their HRD plans are aligned with national HRD plans; To liaise with all stakeholders of the HRDC on matters related to Planning Monitoring & Evaluation and Reporting; To ensure that the outputs from the planning sessions are recorded and implemented; Supervise and guide the staff of the Programme: Planning Monitoring & Evaluation and Reporting. Assistant Director (Project Specialist): Career Advisor (14 posts) (DHET 64/06/2014) R per annum

9 An NQF level 6 qualification in education, psychology, social science or another relevant field; At least 4 years experience in a career development environment; Knowledge of providing career advice; Experience of using social networking; Experience in using ICTs in a high tech environment; Experience in using the Internet and databases to source information; Understanding of labour market issues in relation to employment, skills supply and demand for career guidance purposes; Good communication skills, both written and oral; Motivational skills; The ability to coach, support and encourage individuals and groups; Interviewing; Advisory skills (telephone, written and face-to-face); Good knowledge of MS Office and related Software packages including the ability to efficiently capture data via a keyboard; Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds; Good people skills; A valid driver s license and the ability to travel is essential; Multi-lingual in official South African languages would be an advantage; Professionalism (e.g. Integrity); and Flexibility. To provide information/advice and training to enable clients to take informed decisions on careers, qualifications and study opportunities. Provision of requested information and training in respect of careers, qualifications and study opportunities; Monitor interaction and contribute to the maintenance of the information base; Promote and disseminate career, qualifications and study opportunities information; Support the capacitating of intermediaries and stakeholders. Assistant Director (Project Specialist): Communication and Advocacy (2 posts) (DHET 65/06/2014) R per annum

10 An NQF level 6 qualification in management, education, psychology, social science or another relevant field; At least 3 years experience in advocacy and communications management; Good understanding of the education and training sector including schools, university education, skills development and vocational training issues relevant to careers advice; Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with stakeholders, both internal and external; Extensive knowledge of MS Office Software package; Good technological skills to operate in a high-tech environment; Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds; Good people skills; Enhanced written communications skills; A valid driver s license and the ability to travel; Being multi-lingual in official South African languages is an advantage; Ability to act with tact and discretion; and Client orientation and customer focus. To administer the rendering of communication and advocacy services of the National Career Information and Advice Service. To administer the rendering of communication and advocacy services of the National Career Information and Advice Service, including to: Plan and implement quality career, qualifications and study advocacy services through the media including radio, TV, print, internet. Plan and implement the development, use and distribution of media mechanisms such as banners, booklets, brochures and related advocacy and communication items. Plan and implement the management and oversight of organisational performance of communication and advocacy campaigns and actions. To administer events and campaigns of the National Career Information and Advice Service, including to: Plan and implement quality career, qualifications and study advocacy services by way of campaigns and events. Plan and implement the design and management of advisory services campaigns and events. Administer the management of the joint branding of advocacy services with stakeholders.

11 Assistant Director (Project Specialist): Information Management (3 posts) (DHET 66/06/2014) these positions will be contract based from the R per annum An NQF level 6 qualification in management, information science or another relevant field; At least 5 years experience in managing information services; Demonstrated knowledge of information services; Strong ability to work independently, as well as manage, co-ordinate and engage in research outputs; Translate innovative ideas into actions and activities; Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; Extensive knowledge of MS Office Software package; Good technological skills to operate in a high-tech environment; Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds; Enhanced written communications skills; A valid driver s license and the ability to travel; and Ability to act with tact and discretion. To administer the system development, capturing, analysis and rendering of information services for the National Career Information and Advice Service. To manage the information system development of the National Career Information and Advice Service, including to: Research and recommend user requirements required by the National Career Information and Advice Service. Research and recommend the design; implement and manage the National Career Information and Advice Service s performance monitoring system. To develop and maintain the information of the National Career Information and Advice Service, including to: Identify, collect, analyse, synthesise and provide National Career Information and Advice Service information. Develop, maintain and ensure access to career-based information repositories and retrieval systems including case database, knowledge base and internet portals.

12 Assistant Director (Project Specialist): Systems (DHET 67/06/2014) R per annum An NQF level 6 qualification in management, information science or another relevant field; At least 2 years experience in administering information services; Demonstrated knowledge of information services; Good technological skills to operate in a high-tech environment; Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds; Sound organizational skills; Good people skills; A valid driver s license and the ability to travel; Ability to act with tact and discretion; and Client orientation and customer focus. To administer the information technology systems used by the National Career Information and Advice Service. To administer the information technology system development of the National Career Information and Advice Service, including to: Research and recommend system requirements of technology systems required by the National Career Information and Advice Service. Research and recommend the design, implementation and administer the National Career Information and Advice Service s technology performance monitoring system. To develop and maintain the information of the National Career Information and Advice Service, including to: Administer system back-ends. Administer system front-ends. Monitor data loading. Serve as technical liaison with suppliers. Liaise with DHET technical (GITO) staff. Liaise with SITA (in cooperation with GITO staff. Manage content of systems. Manage content of web pages. Monitor usage of systems. Monitor data quality. Monitor data availability. Information Officer: Project Specialist (18 posts) (DHET 68/06/2014)

13 these positions will be contract based from the R per annum An NQF level 6 qualification in education, psychology, social science or another relevant field; At least 2 years experience in a career development environment; Knowledge of providing career information; Experience of using social networking; Experience in using ICTs in a high tech environment; Experience in using the Internet and databases to source information; Understanding of labour market issues in relation to employment, skills supply and demand for career guidance purposes; Good communication skills, both written and oral; Advisory skills (telephone, written and face-to-face); Ability to develop and maintain positive rapport with users of the service; Good knowledge of MS Office and related Software packages including the ability to efficiently capture data via a keyboard; Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds; Good people skills; A valid driver s license and the ability to travel is essential; and Multi-lingual in official South African languages would be an advantage. To provide and capture career-based information and training. Provide requested information in respect of careers, qualifications and study opportunities, including to: Receive, interpret and respond to telephone and electronic queries through telephone and ICT (social networks). Log on and record caller information on system. Source information from database or senior team members (if required). Provide required information and training to users and stakeholders. Follow-up and finalise outstanding enquiries and provide required information. Redirect enquires that need advanced research and interpretation. Conduct interviews and provide applicable advice. Capture information in the database, including to: Receive completed prescribed information sheet (online or offline). Record/capture information on system for future reference. Promote and disseminating career, qualifications and study opportunities information, including to: Contribute to the producing of career guidance

14 information. Participate in electronic and media campaigns. Participate in events and exhibitions. Participate in roll-out of information dissemination as required. Distribute standard packs (e.g. brochures, booklets, toolkits). Senior Administrative Officer (2 posts) (DHET 69/06/2014) these positions will be contract based from the R per annum NQF level 6 qualification in office administration or equivalent qualification; 3 Years experience in rendering a support service to senior management; Good telephone etiquette; Computer literacy; Ability to do research and analyze documents and situations; Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Basic knowledge of financial administration; Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds; Sound organizational skills; Good people skills; Written communications skills; Ability to act with tact and discretion; and Self-management and motivation. To provide an effective and efficient administrative support services to the Unit. Implement financial administration to support the project manager and coordinators with financial administration; Render supply chain management support services to the Manager; Render general support services to the Directorate; and Supervises and controls resources to ensure a satisfactory workflow and service delivery.

15 Personal Assistant to Director (Project Manager): Career Development Services) (DHET 70/06/2014) date of appointment until 31 March 2017 R per annum NQF level 6 qualification in office administration or equivalent qualification;3 Years experience in rendering a support service to senior management.; Good telephone etiquette; Computer literacy; Ability to do research and analyse documents and situations; Knowledge of the relevant legislation/policies/prescripts and procedures; Basic knowledge of financial administration; Language skills and the ability to communicate well with people at different levels and from different backgrounds; Sound organizational skills; Good people skills; Written communications skills; Ability to act with tact and discretion; and Self-management and motivation. NOTE: To render a secretarial support service to the Project Manager. Provides a secretarial/receptionist support service to the Project Manager; Renders administrative support services; Provides support to the Project Manager regarding meetings; Supports the Project Manager with the administration of the Project Manager s budget; and Studies the relevant Public Service and departmental prescripts/policies and other documents and ensures that the application thereof is understood properly. The positions will be based in DHET Head Office, Pretoria to assist with the management and implementation of the Career Development Services project. All contract appointments are subject to satisfactory performance and a 6-month probationary period. The overall objects of the project are to support, coordinate and guide the provision of a national Career Development Service through a mass multi-channel educational campaign by radio, newspapers, exhibitions, telephone helpline services and support for face-to-face advisory services.