director: policy implementation, monitoring support & evaluation (examinations and assessment), Ref No. LDOE 06/01/2026

Apply for director: policy implementation, monitoring support & evaluation (examinations and assessment) at department of department of education. Closing date 2026-03-06.

Job Summary

Department: department of education

Directorate: curriculum management & delivery

Province: limpopo

Reference: LDOE 06/01/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-06

Salary: R1,266,714

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 13

Centre: Head Office (Polokwane)

Minimum Qualification

Relevant NQF Level 7 qualification as recognized by SAQA.

Experience Required

5 years in Senior Education Management and Policy Implementation

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Strategic Capability and Leadership
  • Programme and Project Management
  • Financial Management
  • Change and Knowledge Management
  • Service Delivery Innovation
  • Problem Solving and Analysis
  • Advanced Communication and Stakeholder Management
  • Deep understanding of Examination and Assessment policies.

Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience at a middle or senior managerial level
  • Experience in monitoring, evaluation, planning, research, or policy formulation is highly advantageous
  • Proven background in Education Management is preferred.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Uphold and promote the integrity and credibility of the examination and assessment systems through robust oversight
  • Lead the monitoring of examination and assessment policy implementation across the province
  • Manage, monitor, and moderate School-Based Assessment (SBA) frameworks to ensure standardisation
  • Oversee compliance with learner and center registration requirements, including the management of assessment concessions
  • Direct continuous research projects and provide data-driven assessment feedback to stakeholders
  • Quality assure and verify learning schedules and report cards for both General Education and Training (GET) and Further Education and Training (FET) phases.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1266714 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 06/01/2026

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 06/01/2026
  • 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

No. At the point of application, you only need to submit a detailed CV and a signed Z83 form. Certified documents will only be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before the day of the interview.
Yes. The responsibilities specifically include quality assurance and verification of learning schedules and report cards for both General Education and Training (GET) and Further Education and Training (FET) phases.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo a practical exercise focusing on the technicalities of assessment moderation, policy compliance, and data-driven feedback, alongside a mandatory integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

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