Umalusi Manager Vacancies – Apply Before 01 March 2024

Master’s degree with specialisation in an education-related field. A minimum of seven (7) years’ management experience and seven (7) years’ experience in the quality assurance and management of assessment of the National Senior Certificate. Additional Advantages and Skills: A PhD in education will be an added advantage. Envisaged for appointment to this senior management position is an individual with substantial and in-depth knowledge of the National Education and Training system and related issues, particularly in relation to large-scale national assessments and examinations, as well as demonstrating insight into a range of related aspects in education, such as teaching and learning, qualification and programme design, and education policy, both in South Africa and internationally. In addition, the individual must have experience in the management of and/or quality assurance of large-scale assessments. Knowledge and interest in pre-standardised testing would be a distinct advantage. The successful incumbent must be dynamic, conceptual, self-motivated, and self-managing. This position requires broad and in-depth knowledge of education and training systems, South African examination and assessment systems and the quality assurance thereof, and a thorough understanding of the qualifications that Umalusi certifies. In addition, well-developed conceptual and communication (verbal and written) skills and management skills are essential. It is critical that the individual demonstrates deep insight into the quality assurance of assessment of ALL education and training sectors that Umalusi quality assures, namely schooling, vocational education and training, and adult education and training. Creative leadership, effective management qualities, and the ability to work under pressure are essential, as is the ability to work with a range of stakeholders. The capacity to conduct independent research to guide policy development will be an added advantage.