DEPUTY PRINCIPAL: CORPORATE SERVICE (X3 POSTS) Branch: Technical And Vocational Education And Training

Job Overview

The Department of Higher Education and Training is advertising three Deputy Principal positions for Corporate Services based at Boland, Gert Sibande, and East Cape Midlands TVET Colleges at R1 101 468 per annum (Level 12). Candidates require an NQF Level 7 bachelor’s degree in HR Management/Development or related, 3 to 5 years of relevant experience including 3 years at junior management level in corporate services, and a valid driver's license. Responsibilities include providing strategic leadership in HR, IT, Marketing, Facilities, and Governance. Applications must be submitted online using the New Z83 form.

Requirements & Qualifications

• An appropriate bachelor’s degree (NQF Level 7) in Human Resource Management/ Development or related qualification.
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ relevant work experience of which three (3) years’ experience at a junior management level in corporate services environment.
• 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.
• Ability to develop, support and monitor the implementation of policies and 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.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• 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 and region.
• Facilitate and drive the timely and accurate preparation of the college’s annual budget in line with Strategic priorities.
• Coordinate and drive the preparation for the annual review of the college’s strategic plan and prepare quarterly reports as per annual performance plan.
• Encourage and build an organisational climate conducive to optimal performance through implementing change management.
• Develop and implement best practice policies, procedure, and internal control systems to ensure effective corporate governance.
• Oversee the proper and effective management of the college’s assets, facilities, human resources, and corporate management service affairs.
• Provide guidance, adequate support, and development of staff, including the development of PMDS.
• Ensure compliance with all administrative requirements, regulations, and rules pertaining to Corporate Services.

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