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Strategic Planning and Reporting Practitioner

Job Reference Number: UM-96
Department: Strategy and Governance (SG)
Business Unit:
Industry: Admin/Office Support
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

The Quality Council for General and Further Education and Training (Umalusi) is a statutory body mandated by legislation to quality assure education provision in General and Further Education and Training.

Job Description

Required Skills: ● Good communication ● Planning and organising Skills ● Computer literacy ● Attention to detail ● Report writing ● Deadline driven.

Additional Advantage: ● A post-qualification in Public Administration, Social Sciences or related field.

Main Duties: ● Prepare templates for Planning Documents and Performance reports in accordance with relevant Guidelines and Frameworks ● Assist with drafting the Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan, and Annual Operational Plan of the organisation ● Assist with collation, validation of the portfolio of evidence, and compilation of organisational Quarterly, Annual, and Mid/End-Term Performance Reports ● Configure Performance Plans and Capture Performance data into the Electronic Quarterly Performance Reporting System (eQPRS) ● Provide administrative support during Organisational and Branch Planning workshops ● Prepare presentations on Planning and Performance matters ● Compile minutes and follow up on important actions and decisions from relevant planning and performance meetings ● Follow up on non-compliance related to reporting ● Perform general administrative duties as required in the Planning unit.

Job Requirements

Requirements: ● A three (3) year post-matric qualification in Public Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field (NQF 7) ● 3 years of relevant work experience in Strategic Planning and Reporting within the public sector ● Knowledge of relevant applicable legislations and the National Treasury Frameworks.

Enquiries: HCM at (012) 030 0736. Interested persons may visit the Umalusi website: www.umalusi.org.za to view the full job advertisement.

To apply, log in to the following website: umalusijobs.mcidirecthire.com.

Umalusi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all appointments will be made in accordance with the organisation’s Employment

Equity Plan to promote its representativity (Coloured, Indian, and White males or females and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply).

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Umalusi reserves the right not to appoint. Failure to attach the CV (excluding supporting documents) will disqualify your application.

The closing date for applications is 11 March 2026.

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MANAGER: EVALUATION AND ACCREDITATION THREE (3) YEAR FIXED TERM CONTRACT

Job Reference Number: UM-95
Department: Evaluation and Accreditation (E&A)
Business Unit:
Industry: Professional
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related

Job Description

Required Skills: ● Proven experience in Grade R provision, including early childhood pedagogy, curriculum implementation, assessment practices, and quality assurance within a school environment● In-depth understanding of the South African education landscape● Proven ability to interpret and apply education policy consistently within a regulated environment● Experience in developing strategic documents, policy drafting, maintenance, and implementation● Experience overseeing the implementation of annual plans and budgets, reporting on expenditure and progress, and accurate reporting on performance information (APP)● Strong analytical and evaluative skills, with the ability to produce accurate, evidence-based, and defensible reports● Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including presentation skills● Sound training, facilitation, and coaching skills, including mentoring of staff and contract workers● Strong project management, coordination, planning, and administrative competence● High levels of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail● Leadership and management experience, including management of financial and human resources● Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

The successful applicant must further:

● Be dynamic, self-motivated, and self-managing● Demonstrate the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team● Perform effectively under pressure and within tight deadlines● Be willing to travel regularly and extensively, and to work extended or after-hours when required.

Knowledge and Experience: ●Demonstrate proven understanding, knowledge, and experience of all legislation that informs Umalusi’s work as a Quality Council● Understand the unique context and operations of independent schools● Demonstrate practical experience and knowledge of accreditation, monitoring, and evaluation systems and processes.

Main Duties: ●Provide strategic and operational leadership within the sub-unit● Develop, implement, and monitor strategic, operational, and annual performance plans, including budget planning and expenditure reporting● Ensure accurate, timely, and credible reporting on performance information (APPs)● Manage the smooth and effective implementation of the accreditation process, including initial accreditation, extensions of scope, improvement processes, and appeals● Develop, review, and quality assure accreditation, improvement, extension of scope, and appeal reports for submission to the Accreditation Committee of Council (ACC)● Oversee the continuous maintenance and enhancement of quality assurance systems for Grade R provision● Build and sustain effective stakeholder relationships across the sector● Managing the appointment, training, and performance of Independent Contract Workers (ICWs)● Supervise, coach, and mentor sub-unit staff to strengthen internal capacity and institutional capability.

Job Requirements

Requirements: ● An Honours degree in Education, with specialisation in assessment, curriculum, education management or education policy● Current registration with the South African Council for Educators (SACE) ● Hold a valid driver’s license and have their own vehicle ● A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in the education sector, of which at least five (5) years must be at management level, with demonstrable management experience in the implementation, oversight, or quality assurance of Grade R (Foundation Phase), preferably within a school, the Department of Basic Education (at national, provincial, or district levels), or a Quality Council environment, ideally obtained between 2020 and 2025● In addition, candidates must have at least five (5) years’ recent and relevant experience in an environment offering the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS), including Grade R.

Additional Advantage: ●A post-graduate qualification in education will be an added advantage ● Leadership and management specifically related to Grade R ● Previous experience as an Umalusi Subject Specialist and/or Evaluator.

Enquiries: HCM at (012) 030 0736. Interested persons may visit the Umalusi website: www.umalusi.org.za to view the full job advertisement.

To apply, log in to the following website: umalusijobs.mcidirecthire.com.

Umalusi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and all appointments will be made in accordance with the organisation’s Employment

Equity Plan to promote its representativity (Coloured, Indian, and White males or females and people living with disabilities are encouraged to apply).

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Umalusi reserves the right not to appoint. Failure to attach the CV (excluding supporting documents) will disqualify your application.

The closing date for applications is 08 March 2026.