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Director: Public Examinations

Department

Department of Education

Location

Head Office, Mbombela, Mpumalanga

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum, (an all-inclusive remuneration package). The package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs

Closing date

08 Oct 2026

Reference number

A6/109

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number A6/109.
Attach a detailed CV. Only add certified copies of ID and qualifications if the advert asks for them.
Send it to the address or email in the advert below (or the official circular).
Make sure it arrives before the closing date — 08 Oct 2026. Late applications are not considered.

Fill my Z83 for this job Check my fit (CV)Official circular PDF

Requirements

An appropriate SAQA recognised Bachelors Degree or Advanced Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 7) relevant to the specific field plus a minimum of 5 years experience at a middle/senior managerial level. Valid driver's license. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a relevant technical exercise. Please note: With effect from 1 April 2020, an individual may only qualify for appointment at SMS level provided that said official has successfully completed a Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme and that he/she can produce the required Pre-entry Certificate as issued by the National School of Governance (NSG) on her/his own cost. For further information related to the on-line course, interested officials are advised to contact nyukela@thensg.gov.za. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practica

Duties

Manage the examination administration system including certification- and logistical services. Manage the rendering of IT and data management support systems and examination administrative support services. Manage and co- ordinate the development and editing of question papers. Manage production of question papers and manage the overseeing of marking processes of content- languages and technical subjects. Manage the rendering of examination policy compliance and district co-ordination services. Identify and resolve examination irregularities. Manage GET and FET examinations as school based assessments. Manage the rendering of general administration- as well as risk and security services. Pro-actively build sound relationships with key stakeholders and clients, including organised labour. Promote a culture of efficiency and quality. The appointee will be a member of the management echelon

Enquiries

Mr ER Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 0918

How to apply

Applications go directly to the department — not through GovJobs SA. Submit a completed, signed Z83 form and a detailed CV, quoting the reference number. Application address and any extra instructions are in the department's section of Circular 33 of 2026.