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Assistant Director: Partnership & Linkages

Department

Department of Higher Education and Training

Location

Central Office, King William’s Town, Eastern Cape

Salary

R605 742 per annum · Level 10

Closing date

28 Sept 2026

Reference number

ASDPU/06/09/2026

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How to apply

Fill in a new Z83 form and quote the reference number ASDPU/06/09/2026.
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 — 28 Sept 2026. Late applications are not considered.

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Requirements

Grade 12/Senior Certificate/NCV Level 4 and recognised three-year National Diploma (NQF 6) in Project Management, Marketing or relevant qualification. Three to five years in project management/business development and three to five years at supervisory level. Code B driving licence. Partnership building, marketing, resource mobilisation and financial management skills. Knowledge of Public Service Act, PFMA and Treasury regulations. Negotiation, communication, planning, reporting, computer literacy, project and people management skills.

Duties

Build business partnerships and databases; identify project and income-generating opportunities. Develop proposals, plans, budgets and business cases; coordinate tenders and funding proposals. Maintain local and provincial government relationships and report to DHET and stakeholders. Conduct project feasibility studies, negotiate agreements and coordinate research partnerships. Train staff on SETA and contractual compliance, coordinate accreditation and programme approvals, hand over projects and oversee student placements and Work Integrated Learning.

Enquiries

Ms P Xamesi / Ms N Mjonono / Ms U Ncethelo / Ms S Jali at 087 238 2223

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.