Job Purpose    

• The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to ensure the effective management of the education programme to promote the best interest and rights of residents at the facilities. This position is  located in Secure Care Centre and appointment is made in terms of the Public Service Act.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 4-year tertiary qualification (or higher qualification) in Education; Registration with SACE; A minimum of 5 years experience as an Educator.

Recommendation    

• Experience as a manager in the Education sector.

Key Performance Areas    

• Ensure effective implementation of educational programmes at facilities in accordance to curriculum requirements and departmental legislation; Ensure safety and disciplinary measures within the education environment; People management and development; Effective operational planning and execution.

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Applicable policies and procedures; Public Service procedure; People Management Practices; Employee relations; Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.Skillsneeded: Planning; Presentation and facilitation; Communication (Written and verbal); Proven computer literacy; People management and empowerment; Information and Knowledge Management; Service delivery innovation; Problem solving and analysis.