CHIEF EDUCATION SPECIALIST: PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS AND FEEDBACK
Reference Number : refs/020593 Directorate : Directorate: Assessment Management Number of Posts : 1 Package : R1 049 106 per annum per annum (an all-inclusive package) Requirements :
A recognized three- or four-year which includes professional teacher education with Mathematics and Statistics at 2nd year level, and a minimum of 9 years' experience in the educational field with credible, relevant management experience. Must be registered with SACE. Proven project management, leadership, communication, report writing, presentation and supervisory skills, along with basic Financial Management. An understanding of the Gauteng Provincial Government's strategic vision, priorities, and public service legislation. A thorough knowledge of curriculum and assessment policies, and applicable changes to assessment policies in the last 5 years, in all phases, as well as all other policies and legislation governing education in South Africa. An in-depth knowledge of data analysis trends and changes impacting on education. At least 3 years' relevant experience in data management and data systems, including SA-SAMS, within the education and examinations environment. This must involve data processing and analysis, including the interpretation and explanation of findings and complex graphs for the education environment and the implications for intervention programmes. Experience in the use of SPSS or STATA focusing on the analysis, interpretation and multilinear regression analysis of learner performance data. Ability to interpret Rasch Analysis data. Knowledge and understanding in using examinations and assessment data extracted from the Integrated Examinations Computer System (IECS) to process and analyse learner performance data. Must be willing to work overtime. A valid driver's license. Duties :
Manage the coordination and collection of complete, valid and accurate learner performance data for all schools via the 15 districts per data cycle/ academic school term. Process and analyse quantitative learner performance statistics, for all grades (R-12), in accordance with assessment policies relevant to each data cycle. Provide diagnostic feedback to the system on trends and shortcomings in learner performance. Conduct item analysis on the question data derived from common and national examinations. Compile a detailed report on different categories of performance across subjects and schools at Provincial, Regional, District and school level to inform the planning of targeted interventions. Report on correlation between SBA and Examination marks in all subjects and any variance which exceeds the accepted tolerance range. Provide graphs and input for the Standardisation process. Represent the GDE in relevant structures. Work closely with Directorates within the Curriculum Management and Delivery and other branches to ensure the management of data pertaining to learner performance. Processing and availing of learner performance data upon request. Understand the full use of SA-SAMS, with particular attention to the Module 12 and SIAS. Facilitate the training of role-players at all levels of the system to support and improve the use (i.e. collection, processing, analysis) of learner performance data within the system. Inform training content to ensure the delivery of relevant training. Provide leadership and guidance to the members of the sub-directorate. Notes :
It is our intention to promote representatively (Race, Gender and Disability) in the Public Service through the filling of this posts. Applications must be submitted on form Z83, obtainable from any public service department or oninternet at www.dpsa.gov.za /documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each application for employment form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign this form may lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. A fully completed, initialled and signed new form Z83 (Section A, B, C and D compulsory and (Section E, F and G ignore if CV attached) and a detailed CV is required. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on the application but must submit the Z83 with a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication from Human Resources. It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks (positive Identity, qualification, fraud listing, employment reference, and criminal record verification as well as the required level of security clearance process). Where applicable, candidate will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge or computer assessment test. All candidates for MMS positions will be required to undergo competency assessment and security clearance. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to a security clearance. Department reserves the right not to make appointment(s) to the advertised post(s). Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply and preference will be given to the underrepresented groups as per the GDE Employment Equity Targets. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. The specific reference number of the post must be quoted. Due to the large number of applications we envisage to receive, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.Applications must be delivered or posted to: Physical Address: 26th Loveday Street, Kuyasa House, Johannesburg, Postal address: P.O. Box 7710, Johannesburg 2001 or apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/. Employer : Department of Education
Location : Head Office, Johannesburg
Closing Date : 07-06-2024
Criteria Questions
Do you have a recognized three- or four-year which includes professional teacher education with Mathematics and Statistics at 2nd year level
Do you have 9 years' experience in the educational field with credible, relevant management experience?
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Please Notes :
Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.
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