Umalusi Vacancies: Apply by 30 April 2025

Umalusi is seeking a qualified and experienced individual to take up a strategic senior leadership position within the Quality Assurance of Assessment (QAA) Business Unit. If you’re ready to influence education standards at a national level, this is your opportunity to join a reputable statutory body committed to excellence.


Vacancy Details

Employer:Umalusi
Closing Date:30 April 2025
Location:Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Post Title: Senior Manager: School Qualifications

Business Unit: Quality Assurance of Assessment (QAA)
Salary: R1,253,601 per annum (All-inclusive package, SL13 Notch 3)
Reference: QAA/03/01

Requirements:

  • Honours degree in an education-related field
  • Minimum of 5 years’ managerial experience
  • At least 7 years’ experience in the quality assurance and management of National Senior Certificate (NSC) assessments
  • Strong conceptual, written, verbal, and leadership skills
  • Ability to manage under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Additional Advantages:

  • Master’s degree in Education
  • Knowledge of national and international education systems
  • Experience in managing or quality assuring large-scale assessments
  • Familiarity with pre-standardised testing is a strong plus

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead all quality assurance processes related to national school examinations
  • Develop and implement policies and strategies
  • Manage the Quality Assurance of Assessment (Schools) Unit
  • Engage with stakeholders, including public/private assessment bodies and media
  • Oversee unit’s strategic plan, audit, and risk management
  • Lead change management, budgeting, and performance reporting
  • Plan resources and manage staff development
  • Collaborate across Umalusi departments
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Manager or CEO

How to Apply

To apply and for more details, visit the Umalusi official website and submit your Umalusi application form (not Z83) and CV (no supporting documents required) to:
📧 Recruit.smqaa2@umalusi.org.za

Inquiries: Human Capital Management
(012) 030 0735/36 or (012) 030 0856

Note:

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
  • Applicants who previously applied need not reapply
  • Umalusi encourages applications from Coloured, Indian, and White males and females, and people with disabilities
  • Umalusi reserves the right not to make an appointment
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