The Council on Higher Education (CHE) invites qualified professionals to apply for an exciting opportunity to lead and manage the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework (HEQSF) Sub-programme. If you have a strong background in education management systems, project leadership, and higher education policy, don’t miss this opportunity. Submit your application by 23 May 2025.
Vacancy Overview
| Employer: | Council on Higher Education (CHE) |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 23 May 2025 |
| Location: | South Africa (Bryanston, Johannesburg) |
| Post Title: | Manager: Management of the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework (M-HEQSF) |
| Salary: | R1 059 105.00 per annum (Total Cost to Employer) |
Post Title: Manager – M-HEQSF Sub-programme
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and manage a national database of qualifications and student achievement.
- Oversee validation and verification of education data.
- Lead submission of achievement data to SAQA for NLRD/NQF-MIS.
- Support SAQA registration-related functions based on HEQC decisions.
- Evaluate institutional HEQSF-related submissions (e.g., RPL, SAQA requests).
- Lead capacity development initiatives and support national collaboration in higher education.
- Represent the CHE in meetings, workshops, and national forums.
- Report, document and ensure quality control for all relevant data and submissions.
- Maintain accurate stakeholder records and ensure compliance with CHE policies.
Minimum Requirements:
- Master’s degree (relevant field) from a recognised higher education institution.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in education management information systems.
- Proven experience in:
- Capacity development programmes
- Project management
- Data analysis, SQL queries, and relational databases
- Business requirements analysis and system enhancement
- Quality assurance and software testing
Core Competencies:
- High-level strategic and conceptual thinking
- Project and systems management
- Integrity, attention to detail, strong ethics
- Excellent communication and team collaboration skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of South African higher education policy landscape
How to Apply
To apply and for more details, visit the
Council on Higher Education (CHE) official website
Required Documents:
- CHE application form (download from CHE website)
- Detailed CV
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Motivation letter (explaining suitability and how you meet requirements)
- Contact details of three work-related referees
Submission Method:
Email your full application to:
📧 recruitment@affirm.co.za
or hand deliver to:
14 Petunia Street, La Rocca Office Park, Block E, Bryanston
Important Notes:
- Incomplete or incorrectly submitted applications will not be considered
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Shortlisted applicants will undergo psychometric and competency assessments
- Employment Equity candidates and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply