DEPUTY PRINCIPAL: CORPORATE SERVICE (X4 POST)

DEPUTY PRINCIPAL: CORPORATE SERVICE (X4 POST) 

Branch: Technical And Vocational Education and Training 

Salary: R1 059 105 per annum (Level 12), (all-inclusive remuneration package) 

Location: Positions based at Technical and Vocational Education and Training Colleges: 

Port Elizabeth TVET College Ref No: DHET 20/09/2025 

Majuba TVET College Ref No: DHET 21/09/2025 

Nkangala TVET College Ref No: DHET 22/09/2025 

Taletso TVET College Ref No: DHET 23/09/2025 

Requirements: An appropriate NQF Level 7 in the field of Human Management/ Development or related qualification as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 3 years junior management level experience in a Corporate Services environment and 5 years working experience. Junior management experience within a Post School Education and Training environment will be an added advantage. An understanding of the Department of Higher Education and Training’s strategic vision and priorities. 

Knowledge of Public Service Act, Employment of Educators Act, Labour Relations Act and Public Financial Management Act. Knowledge of policies and legislative frameworks governing education and training as well as the Public Service and Employment Service in South Africa. 

Experience in managing people and projects with the ability to plan strategically. An ability to develop, support and monitor the implementation of policies and the ability to work in a team environment, good project management and computer skills. Willingness to work irregular hours and travel extensively. Computer literacy (Ms Word, Ms PowerPoint, Ms Excel, Ms Excess and Ms Outlook). A valid driver’s license. 

Duties: Provide strategic leadership in the areas of Human Resource, IT, Marketing, Facilities Management, Records Management, Labour Relations and Governance. Oversee the entire day to day operational requirement of the HR, Marketing and IT functions including those activities in the campus. 

Render communication and information technology services to meet the specific needs of the college. Accountable for the effective delivery of service in each of these areas. Facilitate and drive the timely and accurate preparation of the college’s annual budget in line with Strategic priorities. Coordinate and driver the preparation for the annual review of the college’s strategic plan. 

Prepare quarterly reports as per annual performance plan and ensure the compilation of the annual report and strategic plan of the college. Encourage and build an organizational climate conductive to optimal performance through implementing change management. 

Develop and implement best practice policies, procedure, and internal control systems to ensure effective corporate governance. Ensure the provision of appropriate and cost-effective service. Oversee the proper and effective management of the college’s assets and facilities. Ensure the provision of appropriate and cost-effective services. 

Manage human resources and corporate management service affairs in the college. Provide guidance and adequate support and development of the staff. Ensure compliance with all administrative requirements, regulations, rules and regulations pertaining to Corporate Services. Responsible for IT and information management solutions to meet the specific needs of the Region. Responsible for communication and marketing for the Regional Office. Ensure development of PMDS of staff. Monitor quality control of work and develop annual performance plan. Monitor the planning, organization and delegation of work.

Enquiries: Ms X Rikhotso Tel No: (012) 213 5513 / Mr R Kgare Tel No: (012) 312 5442

Applications: DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website https://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply 

Note: Follow the easy prompts/instructions. Upload the supporting documents namely, a comprehensive CV, and copies of all qualifications (including matriculation), identity document, valid driver’s license, and any other document (where required). A fully completed and signed Z83 form and a detailed Curriculum Vitae will be considered. A user guide and ‘how to’ videos will assist in how to compete for the form and digital signature. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents/copies of qualifications and other relevant documents to support the application on or before the day of the interviews. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Candidates whose appointments promote representativity in terms of race, gender, and disability will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. The successful candidate(s) will be required to undergo a Competency Assessment. One of the minimum entry requirements for the SMS position is the Pre-entry Certificate. No appointment will occur without successfully completing the pre-entry certificate and submission thereof. For more details on the pre-entry course visit: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. The candidate(s) will be required to sign an annual performance agreement, disclose his/her financial interests, and be subjected to security clearance. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal record check, citizenship verification, qualification/study verification, and previous employment verification). Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Note: All shortlisted candidates will be required to undertake writing test. “DHET is committed to providing equal opportunities and affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote representatives in terms of (race, gender, and disability) in the organization. Women and people living with disability will receive preference in all SMS positions”. 

Closing date: 22 September 2025