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Assistant Director: Partnerships and Linkages Ref Asdp&link09/2026
Nature of post: Permanent (PERSAL) Re-advertisement
Closed Friday 16 October 2026Applications are no longer accepted.
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Assistant Director role at TVET College managing partnerships, stakeholder relations, and work-integrated learning initiatives. Requires diploma in Project Management or Marketing and 3-5 years releva
- Build and maintain databases of partners and stakeholders; identify collaboration opportunities through business forums and feasibility studies
- Develop project proposals, business cases and implementation plans; facilitate partnerships with industry, government and other organisations
- Manage tender submissions, funding proposals, student work placements and Work-Integrated Learning initiatives; support SETA and accreditation processes
- Manage human, financial and other resources within the unit; conduct feasibility studies and negotiate service level agreements
- You need: Grade 12 and National Diploma (NQF level 6/7) in Project Management or Marketing; 3-5 years experience in Project Management or Business Development; 3-5 years supervisory experience; valid driver's licence
- You must have knowledge of partnership development, marketing, financial management, Public Service Act, PFMA, Treasury Regulations and computer skills; advanced negotiation, communication and project management skills
- Apply by email to asdpl0926@ksdtvet.edu.za with completed Z83 form, detailed CV and three references. Closing date: 16 October 2026
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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 minimum of three to five years supervisory experience.
- 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.
How to apply
Email address: asdpl0926@ksdtvet.edu.za
New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.
Enquiries
Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031
Notes from the department
- 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.
- Applicants 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 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and experienced people for the following Department of Higher Education & Training (King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College), for appointment in the following permanent positions
As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 46 · open the PDF
POST 35/85: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PARTNERSHIPS AND LINKAGES REF ASDP&LINK09/2026 Nature of post: Permanent (PERSAL) Re-advertisement SALARY: R605 742 per annum (Level 10) CENTRE: King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College Administration Centre, Mthatha 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 minimum of three to five years supervisory experience. 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. ENQUIRIES: Mr L. Mabula Tel No: (047) 505 1031 APPLICATIONS: Email address: asdpl0926@ksdtvet.edu.za NOTE: 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. Applicants 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 Applications are hereby invited from suitably qualified and experienced people for the following Department of Higher Education & Training (King Sabata Dalindyebo TVET College), for appointment in the following permanent positions CLOSING DATE: 16 October 2026