Director: Public Examination

In brief

**Overview** This position is for a Director: Public Examination within the Department of Basic Education, specifically in the Curriculum Policy, Support and Monitoring Branch, under the Chief Directorate: National Assessment and Public Examinations, and within the Public Examinations Directorate. The role is based in Pretoria and carries an all-inclusive annual remuneration package of R1,317,384. The incumbent will be responsible for leading and managing the public examinations function for the department. **What you will do** Key responsibilities for this role include: * Managing, coordinating, and supporting the activities of the Directorate: Public Examinations. * Facilitating the setting of high-quality Grade 12 question papers for the National Senior Certificate examination and the Senior Certificate. * Enhancing the National quality assurance system for School Based assessment in Grade 12. * Facilitating the implementation of high quality and standardised marking of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) and Senior Certificate (SC) across all marking centres, and piloting e-marking. * Supporting and co-ordinating the implementation of the NSC and SC examinations across the nine Provincial Education Departments. * Managing irregularities and enhancing the integrity of the NSC. * Contributing to strengthening communication. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * An appropriate NQF Level 7 qualification (as recognised by SAQA) in Education or a related field. * A postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage. * A minimum of five (5) years' experience at a middle/senior management level, of which at least three (3) years must be within the education assessment and examinations. * Sound knowledge of curriculum Policies and Assessment Policies. * Sound knowledge of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) examination system, including question paper development, moderation, standardisation processes, quality assurance processes, marking, monitoring of examinations, examinations policy and examination irregularities. * Working knowledge of the General and Further Education and Training Quality Assurance Act, 2001 and the Regulations Pertaining to the Conduct, Administration and Management of the NSC Examinations. * Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999, and other relevant prescripts governing public examinations administration. * Proven project management, strategic leadership, and stakeholder liaison skills, including engagement with provincial education departments, examiners, moderators, and Umalusi. * Process competencies: Knowledge Management; Service Delivery Innovation; Report Writing; Problem Solving and Analysis; Client Orientation and Customer Focus; and Communication. * Core competencies: Strategic Capability and Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial Management; Knowledge Management; People Management and Empowerment; Communication; Innovation; and Creativity. * A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel. * The incumbent will undergo a vetting process through the State Security Agency before assumption of duty. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate is an experienced education professional with a strong academic background, holding at least an NQF Level 7 qualification in Education or a related field, with a postgraduate qualification being advantageous. They should possess a minimum of five years' management experience, including at least three years specifically in education assessment and examinations. Essential is a comprehensive understanding of curriculum and assessment policies, particularly the NSC examination system and related legislation. The candidate must demonstrate proven abilities in project management, strategic leadership, and effective stakeholder liaison. They should also exhibit key process and core competencies such as knowledge management, strategic capability, financial management, and communication skills. A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel are required, and the candidate must be prepared to undergo a security vetting process. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-basic-education-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-dbe-74-2026 Source: govpage

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