DPSA Circular vacancies
Department of Education

Admin Officer: Nutrition, Transport And Hostels (X2 POSTS)

Salary or stipendR338 106 – R398 277 per annum (Level 07)

The Department of Education is looking for a Admin Officer: Nutrition, Transport And Hostels (X2 POSTS). This is a permanent role based in Eastern Cape.

Buffalo City Metro

Source: DPSA Circular 39 of 2026Post 39/197, page 162

Reference number
DOE10/10/2026 Chris Hani East
Appointment
Permanent
Province
Eastern Cape
Job level
07
Number of posts
2
Centre
Buffalo City Metro
Directorate
Education District Office

What you will need

  • An appropriate (3-year) undergraduate NQF 6 in Public Management/ Administration, Logistics as recognised by SAQA.
  • A Valid Driver’s licence and willingness to travel is essential.
  • Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collect statistics.
  • Computer Literacy Skills.
  • Planning and organisation.
  • Language.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Honesty and integrity.
  • Professionalism.
  • Self–driven.
  • Teamwork.
  • A good knowledge and understanding of legal framework governing Human Resources.
  • Knowledge of Education Sector will be added advantage.

Experience

A minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience in environment.

Driver's licence

A Valid Driver’s licence and willingness to travel is essential.

Skills and competencies

  • Computer Literacy Skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.

Key responsibilities

  • Assist in coordinating, monitor and report on the implementation of the school nutrition programme in the district.
  • Assist to coordinate the provisioning of scholar transport services, the designation of qualifying learners and routes.
  • Assist in monitoring, evaluating and reporting on the provisioning of learner transport services by implementing agents.
  • Coordinate the provision of hostel services at the designated schools and the planning of new services.
  • Manage the allocated resources of the sub-directorate, manage daily employee performance and ensure timely Performance Assessments of all subordinates.
  • Ensure timeously development and implementation of Job Descriptions, Work Plans and Personal Development Plans (PDP’s) for all subordinates.
  • Ensure management, maintenance and safekeeping of assets.
  • Maintain high standards by ensuring that the team / section produces excellent work in terms of quality / quantity and timeliness.
  • Resolve problems of motivation and control with minimum guidance from manager.
  • Delegate functions to staff based on individual potential provide the necessary guidance and support and afford staff adequate training and development opportunities.

Additional details

  • Grade: Provincial

How to apply

  • Enquiries: Mr. B Zenzile
  • Telephone: (040) 608 4200

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