DEPARTMENT OF BASIC EDUCATION 31 August 2026

The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practicing
affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric
targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication
of race, gender and disability status is required. Preference will be given to underrepresented groups as
per the DBE Employment Equity Targets. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply

DIRECTOR: NATIONAL SCHOOL NUTRITION PROGRAMME (NSNP)

POST 31/05 : DIRECTOR: NATIONAL SCHOOL NUTRITION PROGRAMME (NSNP) REF
NO: DBE/66/2026
Branch: Social Mobilisation and Support in School
Chief Directorate: Care and Support in Schools

SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : The applicant must be in possession of a qualification at NQF Level 7 as
recognised by SAQA, 5 years’ experience at a Middle/Senior managerial level;
In-depth experience of the National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP);
Experience of policy formulation processes; Experience in managing diverse
stakeholders and working effectively within communities; Strong analytical,
strategic, project management and research skills; A good understanding of
the national, provincial, district and school interface; Knowledge and
understanding of nutrition/dietetics and research, Government ‘s strategic
vision, Public Service legislation and policies pertaining to the education sector
in South Africa; Knowledge of the public sector policy, legislative and regulatory
environment particularly the Public Financial Management Act (PFMA) and
Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPFA) and Public Service Regulation
(PSR); Understanding of Government strategies and intervention; Process
Competencies: Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Report
Writing, Problem Solving, Analysis, Client Oriented and Customer Focus and
Communication skills. Core Competencies: Strategic capability and
Leadership; Programme and Project Management; Financial management;
Knowledge management; People management and Empowerment; Promotion
of communication, Innovation and Creativity. Applicants must have a valid
driver’s licence and be willing to travel extensively; The incumbent must also
demonstrate strong computer literacy skills and ability to work collaboratively
within a dynamic and demanding environment.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of the
National School Nutrition Conditional Grant, including a range of strategic and
operational responsibilities aimed at strengthening programme delivery and
impact; Developing and/or reviewing norms and standards for the National
School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) as well as ensuring the effective
implementation of three components including integration with other
Government programmes such as the Integrated Food Security and Nutrition
Programme (IFSNP); Overseeing and supporting the implementation and
monitoring NSNP service delivery across the national, provincial, district and
schools levels to ensure consistency, efficiency and quality; Evaluating
programme impact in partnership with relevant stakeholders; Establishing and
implementing risk management measures to strengthen accountability and
improving service delivery outcomes; Overseeing, managing and supervising
NSNP staff at both national and provincial levels; Coordinating stakeholders
engagement to ensure alignment with departmental priorities and Government
interventions and continuously monitoring compliance with Public Service
prescripts and financial management regulations to ensure proper governance
and accountability.

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Monyela Tel No: (012) 357 3294/ Mr M Segowa Tel No: (012) 357 4291
APPLICATIONS : Submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-deliver to: The
Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria or you can email
your application
Sechele.O@dbe.gov.za/Skosana.T@dbe.gov.za/Segowa.M@dbe.gov.za/Ku
malo.N@dbe.gov.za. Please visit the Department of Education’s website at
www.education.gov.za
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application
for Employment Form, obtainable from the DBE Website or any Public Service
Department/Webpage. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification.
The Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication
of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated
on your Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and
other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 with a
detailed Curriculum Vitae (ONLY). Certified copies of qualifications and other
relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before
the day of the interview. Successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel
Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks,
qualification and employment verification including social media profiles).
Appointment is subject to positive results of the security clearance process.
The successful candidate will be required to sign an annual performance
agreement and, where applicable, annually disclose his/her financial interests.
All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of
interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may
be associated with. Applicants, who do not comply with the requirements
outlined above, will not be considered. A Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior
Management Service (SMS) (Nyukela Certificate) is required for all SMS
appointments; the full detail of the outlined requirements and course
information can be sourced by following the link
https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course-SMS-pre-entry programme. All
shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise
and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of
three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess
cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and
integrity All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two preentry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be
an Integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both
technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process

CLOSING DATE : 11 September 2026

SENIOR ADMINISTRATION

POST 31/06 : SENIOR ADMINISTRATION CLERK REF NO: DBE/67/2026
Branch: Finance and Administration
Chief Directorate: Financial Management
Directorate: Security and Asset Management

SALARY : R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : Applicant must be in possession of a Senior Certificate or Equivalent
qualification. Understanding of the (PFMA) Public Finance Management Act
and (MCS) Modified Cash Standard and Treasury Regulations. Knowledge of
basic accounting and the Hard CAT system. Good interpersonal relations;
Good communication skills (written and verbal), planning and organisational
skills; Good telephone etiquette; Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS
PowerPoint and MS Outlook); Ability to think clearly and concisely, be friendly,
confident, work independently; Ability to work under pressure; Ability to multitask and cope with a high workload; General office management; Willingness
to learn quickly; Accuracy and be adaptable.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the maintenance
of asset registers; Executing asset verification to ensure completeness and
existence of all departmental assets; Facilitating the disposal and movement
of departmental assets within and outside the Department. Receiving and
updating asset records upon delivery of newly acquired assets; Assisting in the
preparation of monthly reconciliations report between the BAS and HARD/CAT
systems; Assisting with the preparation of asset notes for the interim and
annual financial statements. Assisting with resolving queries from internal and
external auditors.

ENQUIRIES : Ms N Monyela Tel No: (012) 357 3294/ Mr M Segowa Tel No: (012) 357 4291
APPLICATIONS : Submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-deliver to: The
Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria or you can email
your application LowerApplication@dbe.gov.za. Please visit the Department of
Education’s website at www.education.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION Ms N Monyela/ Mr M Segowa
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application
for Employment Form, obtainable from the DBE Website or any Public Service
Department/Webpage. Use of the old Z83 Form will result in disqualification.
The Z83 must be completed in full and page 2 duly signed. A clear indication
of the post and reference number that is being applied for must be indicated
on your Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and
other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 with a
detailed Curriculum Vitae (ONLY). Certified copies of qualifications and other
relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates on or before
the day of the interview. Successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel
Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks,
qualification and employment verification including social media profiles).
Appointment is subject to positive results of the security clearance process.
The successful candidate will be required to sign an annual performance
agreement and, where applicable, annually disclose his/her financial interests.
All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of
interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may
be associated with. Applicants, who do not comply with the requirements
outlined above, will not be considered.

CLOSING DATE : 11 September 2026

We wish you all the best with your applications