POST 05/05 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL TEACHER DEVELOPMENT (CPTD) REF NO: DBE/03/2026
Branch: Teachers Education Human Resources and Institutional Development
Chief Directorate: Education Human Resources Development
Directorate: Continuing Professional Teacher Development
SALARY : R468 459 per annum
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : The applicants must be in a possession of an appropriate three-year relevant post matric qualification (NQF level 6) or equivalent qualification in Labour Relations as recognised by SAQA; Three years relevant experience at supervisory level in an education sector; Two years’ experience in quality design of Continuing Professional Teacher Development Programs; Experience in formal writing and document management; Experience of dealing with Integrated Teacher recognition & Appreciation; Experience to the Teacher Well-Being Programs will be an added advantage; Understanding of Teacher Development Framework, Policies and National Education Policy Act
(NEPA); Understanding of the education policy environment; Knowledge of Government prescripts and procurement processes; Knowledge and understanding of Public Service Regulations; Knowledge of monitoring, evaluating and reporting systems and processes; Knowledge of the Educational Framework and Policies; Ability to plan, prioritise and execute assigned duties; Ability to work independently and be willing to work long hours where required; Ability to interact and nature relationships at all levels of the employer; Good communication (verbal and written); Presentation analytical and reporting skills; Operational planning, management and problem solving skills; Decision making and conflict resolution skills; Computer literate; A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting the Teacher Appreciation and Support Programs (TASP) that includes the inter-provincial concession and determine the Strength, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) analysis through reviewing the programs annually with the Provincial co-ordinators; Assisting in the composition of the TASP management plans within the stipulated budget, followed by a comprehensive reporting and a clear strategic monitoring and evaluation plan; Assisting in the designing and implementing the Advocacy strategy; Assisting with the execution and implementation of the holistic activities for the National Teaching Awards (NTA) programme which includes analysis of the risk and mitigations pertaining to the awards; Compiling documentation required in the project; Assisting in promoting innovation and creativity in the management of programs; Liaising with other Directorates in the Department for effective planning, execution, and delivering of the NTA events; Management and administration of projects; Communicating with the DBE and other stakeholders involved such as the Provincial Education Departments (PEDs), Teacher Unions, School Governing
Bodies, Curriculum Specialists and the internal officials; Conducting comprehensive administration of TASP within the Department; Ensuring that teacher training is holistically co-ordinated by collaborating with Directorates within Branch: Teachers Education Human Resources and Institutional Development and other relevant Directorates within the Department.

ENQUIRIES : Ms M Mahape Tel No: (012) 357 3291/Ms N Kumalo Tel No: (012) 357 3398
NOTE : 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. The successful candidate must sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance.

The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing equal opportunities and practicing affirmative action employment. It is our intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan. To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required. Preference will be given to underrepresented groups as per the DBE Employment Equity Targets. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
APPLICATIONS : Submitted via post to: Private Bag X895, Pretoria, 0001 or hand-deliver to: The Department of Basic Education, 222 Struben Street, Pretoria or you can email your application at HR@dbe.gov.za. Please visit the Department of Education’s website at www.education.gov.za S
FOR ATTENTION : Ms M Mahape/Ms N Kumalo
CLOSING DATE : 27 February 2026
NOTE : Applications must be submitted on the most recently approved Z83 Application for Employment Form, obtainable from the DBE Website or any Public Service Department/Webpage.