DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Higher Education And Training

Admin Officer Plu

Salary or stipendR338 106 – R398 227 per annum (Level 07), plus actual benefits

The Department of Higher Education And Training is looking for a Admin Officer Plu. This is a permanent role based in Higher Education And Training.

Central Office, King William’s TownApplications close 30 October 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/38, page 30

Reference number
PLU/05/09/2026 (Permanent, PERSAL Appointment)
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Higher Education And Training
Closing date
30 October 2026
Job level
07
Centre
Central Office, King William’s Town

What you will need

  • Skills: Negotiation, Communication, Presentation, Academic Process and moderation procedures, Administrative Planning and organising, Financial Management, Report Writing, Communication and interpersonal Problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client oriented, Project management, Team Leadership, Planning and organising, People management.

Experience

Matric or NCV Level 4 together with a recognised three-year (3) National Diploma (NQF 6) / in Project Management / Public Management or related qualification plus at least 2 to 3 years’ relevant experience in a Project Management/ Business Development and/or related environment, computer literacy and a valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and experience in building partnerships, Innovation, Marketing and Entrepreneur insight, Financial Management, Mobilising resources, Interpretation of statutes, knowledge of Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury regulations and other frameworks, Business planning, Visibility analysis, Knowledge and understanding of the administration reporting process and procedures.

Driver's licence

Matric or NCV Level 4 together with a recognised three-year (3) National Diploma (NQF 6) / in Project Management / Public Management or related qualification plus at least 2 to 3 years’ relevant experience in a Project Management/ Business Development and/or related environment, computer literacy and a valid driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

  • Skills: Negotiation, Communication, Presentation, Academic Process and moderation procedures, Administrative Planning and organising, Financial Management, Report Writing, Communication and interpersonal Problem solving, Computer Literacy, Analytical, Client oriented, Project management, Team Leadership, Planning and organising, People management.

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with identifying and facilitating income generating opportunities through the implementation of partnership agreements.
  • Assistance with Partnership Management: Build a database of local businesses and other linkages.
  • Participate in business forums and identify project opportunities.
  • Develop project proposals and plans for joint initiatives.
  • Facilitate handover with the College managers.
  • Form partnerships with industry and relevant stakeholders.
  • Business opportunities scanning: Identify opportunities for College income generation, establish work environment simulation potential, provide market needs business case rationale for all opportunities, identify appropriate partner or service provider, coordinate the submission of tenders and funding proposals, provide information and reports on programmes, funding and partnership to DHET and other stakeholders, Local and Provincial government relations.
  • Develop and update the schedule of local government projects and opportunities.
  • Identify College synergies' potential contribution to provincial departments, build relationships with relevant officials, establish a database of key contacts and participate in meetings as appropriate.
  • Develop proposals for partnering on specific practical opportunities aligned with the college's core business.
  • Conduct visibility studies for all new and proposed projects.
  • Develop the project and budget.
  • Partner with relevant research organisations.
  • Negotiate and sign service level agreements and or contracts, when required.

Additional details

  • Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Please hand deliver or courier your applications to the reception area quoting the relevant reference number addressed to the Acting Principal, Lovedale TVET College, Corporate Office, 1 Amatola Row, Headquarters, Qonce, 5600 Please see the email address below for electronic

  • Application method: Hand delivery
  • Enquiries: Ms P Xamesi / Ms N Mjonono / Ms U Ncethelo / Ms S Jali at 087 238 2223
  • Telephone: 087 238 2223

Please note

  • All applications must be accompanied by a signed and fully completed NEW Z83 form obtainable from any public service Department or DPSA website, a comprehensive CV including at least three contactable references.
  • Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation report.
  • Successful candidates will be subjected to a vetting and financial disclosure process (criminal record, citizenship, qualification verification and employment verification).
  • Lovedale TVET College is an equal opportunities employer and reserves the right not to fill the posts.
  • People living with disability are encouraged to apply.
  • If you have not been contacted within six months after closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
  • NB Please ensure that the Z83 form is completed in full.
  • Incomplete Z83 will be disqualified.
  • The college reserves the right to withdraw the posts at any time.
  • Communication will only be entered into with the shortlisted and successful 31 candidates.
  • All shortlisted candidates may be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal records, citizenship, and qualification verification).
  • The suitable candidates will be required to annually disclose their financial interests and declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest.
  • 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 generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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