Senior Manager: Authentication Services – 24 September 2026

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Closing Date7 October 2026

All Inclusive Salary package (R)R1,317,384.00 – R1,551,807.00

Contract TypePermanent

Objective

The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is a statutory public entity, an oversight body of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Act, No. 67 of 2008.  The entity is charged with developing, fostering and maintaining an integrated and transparent national framework for the recognition of learning achievements, ensuring that:

·         South African qualifications meet appropriate criteria and are internationally comparable.

·         The country’s qualifications are of acceptable quality.

·         The quality of education and training is enhanced.

·         Access, mobility and progression within education, training and career paths are realised.

SAQA seeks to appoint a Senior Manager: Authentication Services to provide strategic leadership and ensure the unit’s long‑term sustainability through effective service delivery and revenue generation. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the incumbent will oversee service levels, contracted services, process automation and expand SAQA’s client base by developing new revenue opportunities.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• An appropriate, recognised qualification at NQF Level 8.
• A relevant NQF level 9 qualification will be an added advantage.

Minimum Experience

• 8 year’s relevant work experience in the education sector, of which five years must be in a management role. A further requirement is three years’ experience in the application and interpretation of relevant national policies and governance frameworks, including the NQF Act, PFMA, and the Annual Performance Plan. Experience in information management and public administration will be advantageous.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Strategic leadership.
• Data management.
• Business development.
• Financial management.
• Business acumen.
• Resilience and sound judgement.
• Stakeholder relations management.
• Good knowledge of the Education sector’s legislative and regulatory environment.
• Awareness of general trends in education, training and skills development.
• People Management.

Summary of Duties:

• Provide strategic leadership to the unit.
• Grow and manage the client base.
• Drive the systematic study of global education systems.
• Drive innovation within the unit.
• Lead income optimisation strategies to enhance the unit’s financial viability.
• Manage the budget of the unit.
• Develop and manage implementation of unit policies, systems, procedures and plans.
• Monitor compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and good governance.
• Manage stakeholder relations.
• Lead, guide and develop employees.

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