This vacancy has closed. It closed on 3 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (EDUCATOR PLANNING)
Department of Basic Education
Branch: Teacher Human Resource Development and Institutional Development Chief Directorate: Education Human Resource Management Directorate: Education Human Resource Planning, Provisioning and Monitoring
- Reference number
- DBE/47/2026
- Salary
- R605 742 per annum
- Centre
- Pretoria
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 3 July 2026
- Circular
- No 21 of 2026
Requirements
The applicants must be in possession of an appropriate three-year (NQF level 6) post matric qualification or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA in Human Resource Planning / Management; Three (3) years relevant supervisory experience in human resource management within the education sector; In-depth understanding of human resource planning and provisioning in the public education sector; Experience in data capturing, management and analysis for compiling accurate reports; Understanding the post Provisioning Model, including norms and standards for allocating teaching posts in public schools; Ability to work with the National Recruitment Database or large databases; Ability to work well under pressure; Ability to maintain attention to details; Strong data analysis skills; Knowledge of Micro-soft excel and other micro-soft office application; Advanced technical skills in data analysis and report compilation; Communication skills (verbal and written); Strong interpersonal relations; Enthusiasm, commitment, flexibility, drive, eager to learn and self-starter ; A valid driver's license; Willingness to travel.
Duties
The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting forecasting of short, medium, and long-term educator demand in the sector; Analysing and monitoring educator allocation and mobility trends; Assisting in commissioning research on teacher demand, supply and utilisation; Developing and supporting systems and tools for effective educator demand planning; Monitoring and managing educator utilisation to ensure every class has a qualified teacher; Monitoring and reporting on Post Provisioning processes in the sector; Overseeing implementation of policies on educator remuneration, including budget and salary agreements; Co-ordinating and managing work related to the HEDCOM Subcommittee on Human Resource Matters; Managing the National Recruitment Database and respond to ad hoc HR data requests, parliamentary questions, media queries, and public inquiries; Drafting reports and submissions in line with the work associated with the post; Handling incoming HR-related queries and liaising with provincial education departments; Providing input for quarterly and monthly reports.
Where to send your application
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email Sprecruit42@nda.gov.za
Enquiries
Ms M Mahape Tel No: (012) 357 3291/ Ms N Kumalo Tel No: (012) 357 3398
Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 21 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 19 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.
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