Director: Inclusive Education and Education Support

DIRECTOR: INCLUSIVE EDUCATION AND EDUCATION SUPPORT is listed by DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION. The post is based in Head Office, Mpumalanga. The closing date is 08 October 2026.

Job Details

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.
• Knowledge of and experience in high level planning and management.
• He or she will provide strategic leadership in the Directorate.
• Knowledge of government and departmental policies as well as proven ability to work as part of a team.
• Competencies: In depth knowledge and understanding of all legislation related to the Public Service and the education sector.
• Distinct competence and a proven track record in the areas of participative management and leadership, organisational development, policy formulation, as well as programme management and evaluation.
• Ability to capitalize on human potential and to build a strong team.
• Strong leadership ability.
• Advanced planning, organisational and project management skills.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop logical frameworks and other planning models.
• Sound financial management skills.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of role players, both in writing and verbally.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Excellent networking skills.
• Willingness to travel and work beyond normal working hours.
• Ability to maintain the required level of information confidentiality and security.
• Good computer user skills.
• The ability to provide strategic leadership and to deliver excellent results under pressure will be a strong recommendation.
• 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 practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

Duties / Responsibilities

• The Department of Education seeks to employ a dynamic leader as Director for the Inclusive Education Directorate.
• The successful candidate will take responsibility for the development and maintenance of policy, programmes and systems for inclusive education.
• He or she will also be a member of the management structure of the Department, and will be expected to contribute at that level.
• The Directorate is responsible for a range of functions, including: Development, evaluation and maintenance of policy, programmes and systems for; ordinary learners, learners with special learning needs and, psychological, guidance and social support programmes.
• Design systems to improve the efficiency and productivity of the Directorate.
• Pro-actively build sound relationships with key stakeholders and clients, including organised labour.
• Promote a culture of efficiency and quality.
• Empower staff within the component through performance management, coaching, development, and skills transfer.

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• In depth knowledge and understanding of all legislation related to the Public Service and the education sector.
• Distinct competence and a proven track record in the areas of participative management and leadership, organisational development, policy formulation, as well as programme management and evaluation.
• Ability to capitalize on human potential and to build a strong team.
• Strong leadership ability.
• Advanced planning, organisational and project management skills.
• Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to develop logical frameworks and other planning models.
• Sound financial management skills.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with a broad spectrum of role players, both in writing and verbally.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Excellent networking skills.
• Willingness to travel and work beyond normal working hours.
• Ability to maintain the required level of information confidentiality and security.
• Good computer user skills.
• The ability to provide strategic leadership and to deliver excellent results under pressure will be a strong recommendation.
• 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 practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

Application Instructions

Application instructions from department section

The Mpumalanga Department of Education awaits applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for appointment to positions, as set out below: Should be uploaded via the following link https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za

Method: Online link

Notes

should be submitted on the latest Form Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only.

Only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. The filling of posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan.

Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment.

All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Education within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

Enquiries should be directed to 013 766 5524/5175/5267/5458/5350: Ms. NP Magagula / Ms. SL Mkhatshwa / Ms. SR Ndzinisa / Mr. X Sifunda, YT Mthethwa - HR Recruitment. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance. Appointment will be subject to competency assessment.

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and technical exercise the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments) The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

Department Notes

Department Notes

should be submitted on the latest Form Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only.

Only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. The filling of posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan.

Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment.

All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Education within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

Enquiries should be directed to 013 766 5524/5175/5267/5458/5350: Ms. NP Magagula / Ms. SL Mkhatshwa / Ms. SR Ndzinisa / Mr. X Sifunda, YT Mthethwa - HR Recruitment. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ASDERrecruit84@nda.gov.za NOTE: EE Target: Africans, Indians, Coloureds, Whites and Persons with Disabilities. 7 ANNEXURE B DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE APPLICATIONS: Department of Defence, Office of the Secretary for Defence, Private Bag X910, Pretoria, 0001 or you may hand deliver to ARMSCOR Building C/O Nossob & Delmas Ave, Erasmuskloof Ext 4, Pretoria, 0001 or email to zama.mahlangu@dod.mil.za CLOSING DATE: 28 September 2026 at 16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).

NOTE: It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts with candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service

Enquiries

Mr ER Nkosi Tel No: (013) 766 0918

Required Documents

CV, Qualifications, Driver licence, Other

DPSA Circular Source

• Circular: DPSA Circular 33 of 2026
• Source pages: 168–169
• Open the DPSA circular PDF