Assistant Director: Partnerships and Linkages

Requirements:
National Senior Certificate/Grade 12/STD 10 or NCV level 4, together with a recognised National Diploma (NQF level 6/7) in Project Management or Marketing. A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in a Project Management or Business Development environment. A valid driver’s licence. Knowledge and understanding of partnership development, marketing and entrepreneurial insight, financial management, Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations, business planning, feasibility analysis, administrative reporting processes and computer skills. Advanced skills in negotiation, communication, project management, planning, organising, analytical thinking and client orientation.

Duties:
Building and maintaining a database of potential partner’s, stakeholders and local businesses. Participate in business forums and identify project and collaboration opportunities. Develop project proposals, business cases and implementation plans for joint initiatives. Facilitate the establishment and strengthening of partnerships with industry, government and relevant organisations. Identify opportunities for income generation and work-integrated learning. Coordinate the submission of tenders, funding proposals and reports to DHET and other stakeholders. Manage local provincial government relations and maintain a schedule of related projects. Conduct feasibility studies, develop project budgets and negotiate service level agreements. Support SETA and accreditation processes, including new programme approvals. Oversee student work placement and Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) initiatives Ensure effective management of human, financial and other resources within the unit.

Notes:
Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and experienced people for the following Department of Higher Education & Training (KSDTVET College), for appointment in the following permanent positions Instructions to applicants: The application must include a fully completed and signed new Z83 form, obtainable from any Public Service Department and a detailed Curriculum Vitae with three(3)contactable references(email address and contact number),Only shortlisted candidates will submit qualifications, identity documents, qualifications and all other relevant documents like driver’s licence when shortlisted The college has the right to withdraw and/or amend adverts for post(s) and retains the right not to fill the post(s) as determined by the delegated authority. It is the responsibility of applicants to ensure that their applications reach the college on or before the closing date. Applications received after the closing date will under no circumstances be considered. Applicant are respectfully informed that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency or skills test, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments, one will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on post’s technical generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. According to Section 32B(3) of National Qualifications Framework Act No.67 of 2008, it is unlawful to falsely or fraudulently claim to have a qualification or part qualification registered on the NQF or awarded by educational institution, a skills development provider, a quality council or a recognised foreign institution. The HOD in the relevant Department shall report such violations to the (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to qualifications and citizen verification; criminal records and financial/assets record checks. Applicants who have not been invited for an interview within 90 days should consider their applications unsuccessful

Enquiries: Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031

Reference number: ASDP&LINK09/2026 Nature of post: Permanent (PERSAL)