Tuesday 15 October 2013

IQMS EXTERNAL MODERATOR 12 POSTS

POST 40/02  :  IQMS EXTERNAL MODERATOR 12 POSTS REF NO: 13458/02
One-year renewable contract

SALARY  :  R252 144 per annum

CENTRE  :  Eastern Cape (2 posts): Lusikisiki, Libode, Mthatha
    North West (1 post): Ngaka Modiri Molema
    Mpumalanga (2 posts): Enhlanzeni
    Free State (1 post): Motheo, Xhariep
    Northern Cape (2 posts): Namaqua, Frances Baard, Siyanda, Pixley ka Seme
    KwaZulu-Natal (3 posts) Umzinyathi, Ilembe & Umkhanyakude
    Western Cape (1 post): Eden-Karoo

REQUIREMENTS  :  A  recognised  and  appropriate  three-  year  post  matriculation  or  equivalent qualification  at  degree  level    At  least  five  (5)  years  experience  as  Head  of Department, Principal or Deputy Principal, or any other equivalent experience.  Extensive knowledge of the General Education and Training ( GET) and Further Education and Training ( FET) curriculum  Knowledge and understanding of the teacher  appraisal  and  performance  management  systems.  Ability  to  conduct and  report  on  lesson  observation  in  line  with  CAPS,  Experience  in  the supervision  of  educators, Workingknowledge  of IQMS  as  set  out  in  Collective Agreement  No.8  2003    Knowledge  of  other  relevant  education  policies  and legislations  Strong verbal and written communication  as well as computer skills are  essential      Willingness  to  work  extensive  hours  and  to  travel    A  valid driver’s  licence,  Own  transport  and  computer  with  electronic  mail  facilities   Passion for making a positive contribution to South African education.

DUTIES  :  Under the supervision of the DBE, the incumbent will: Liaise with District officials and  school  management  teams.    Work  within  a  team  of  moderators    Visit schools to collect, verify and analyse data including the observation of educators in  practice    Write,  edit  and  analyse  reports  and  make  recommendations  for further  improvement  and  development    Provide  guidance  and  support  where necessary.  Assist in the professional development of educators.

ENQUIRIES  :  Ms J Masipa, 012 357 3295
NOTE  :  Preference will be given to candidates residing in the districts listed above and short-listed candidates will be subjected to a competency assessment

CLOSING DATE  :  18 October 2013
NOTE  :  Applications must be submitted on form Z83 obtainable from any Public Service Department  and  must  be  accompanied  by  a  comprehensive  CV  and  certified copies of qualifications. Nb as of 1st July 2006, all new appointments in the public service have to be part of the Government Employee Medical Scheme (GEMS) in order to qualify for a Government Medical Subsidy. Correspondence Will Only Be  Entered  Into  With  Short-Listed  Applicants.  The  Department  of  Basic Education  (DBE)  has measures  in  place  to  monitor    the implementation of  the Integrated Quality Management System (IQMS), as well as other priorities in our education  system.  This  is  aimed  at  improving  the  performance  levels  of  our educators and learners in our schools, which will lead to an improvement in the overall  quality  of  our  education  system.  As  part  of  this  process,  the  DBE  is inviting applications from interested individuals, including retired educators, to be appointed  as  IQMS  project  managers  /  IQMS  external  moderators  in  specified districts/provinces. Appointments will be on a 12 month renewable contract until 31  March  2019.  Selected  individuals  will  be  offered  training  before  they commence with duties