chief director: continuous professional and teacher development, Ref No. LDOE 01/01/2026

Apply for chief director: continuous professional and teacher development at department of department of education. Closing date 2026-03-06.

Job Summary

Department: department of education

Directorate: branch: curriculum management & delivery

Province: limpopo

Reference: LDOE 01/01/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-06

Salary: R1,494,900

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 14

Centre: Head Office (Polokwane)

Minimum Qualification

NQF Level 7 qualification in Education recognized by SAQA

Experience Required

5 years at Senior Management level in Education Management and Teacher Development

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of Education Policies and Public Service prescripts
  • Expertise in Teacher Development strategies and Skills Development
  • Strategic capability and leadership in large-scale education management
  • High-level financial and project management skills
  • Proficiency in data-driven research and analysis
  • Strong client orientation and customer focus within the schooling system
  • Computer literacy and ability to work under high pressure

Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience at a senior managerial level (SMS)
  • SMS Pre-Entry (Nyukela) Certificate required for appointment

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Lead the strategy for educator recruitment and massify development through institutional networks
  • Oversee the induction programs for newly appointed educators entering the workforce
  • Direct research initiatives to design targeted training and development modules for teachers
  • Manage the provincial Continuous Professional Teacher Development (CPTD) point system
  • Coordinate the implementation and monitoring of the Quality Management System (QMS) within schools
  • Drive service delivery innovation and change management within teacher development branches
  • Manage financial, human, and knowledge resources of the Chief Directorate

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1494900 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675, Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345, Mesdames Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059, Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664 and Matupi MJ at 081 530 8921.

Reference No:

LDOE 01/01/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: LDOE 01/01/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Shortlisted candidates must undergo a technical/practical exercise to test their suitability for the post's requirements, as well as an integrity/ethics assessment.
The Continuous Professional Teacher Development (CPTD) system, managed by SACE, requires teachers to earn points by participating in professional activities. As Chief Director, you will oversee the provincial coordination of these activities and ensure educators are meeting their development targets.
The minimum requirement is an NQF Level 7 (Degree), but a postgraduate qualification in Education or Management is listed as an 'added advantage' and will likely make an applicant more competitive.

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