Education · Circular 34 of 2026

Deputy Director: ECD: Administration and Reporting

Western Cape Education Department (WCED)

Overview

Deputy Director for ECD administration and reporting in the Western Cape Education Department, responsible for provincial eCares system performance management, user support and data reporting.

Requirements

Applicants must be in possession of a SAQA-recognised three-year post- matric qualification (NQF Level 7) in Information Systems / ICT / Computer Science / Data or related field. 6-7 years' relevant experience in Systems administration and user support;
User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and training facilitation.
Data reporting and system usage monitoring.
Knowledge of: Cloud- based system operations;
Provincial EMIS environment and/or ECD system landscape.
Strong analytical, data manipulation and reporting skills (Excel advanced level).
Ability to coordinate multi-level stakeholders (national, provincial, district).
Problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and customer service orientation.
Ability to work independently and travel extensively.
A valid driver's license is essential.

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for Provincial eCares System Use & Performance management.
Lead provincial support for system usage, performance and adoption;
Monitor user compliance with system functionality and data workflows;
Advocate system utilisation for decision-making.
User Support & Access Management;
Manage 1st line helpdesk support for PED users;
Manage user access, roles and permissions;
Escalate issues promptly to national and service providers.
User Training & Capacity Building- Conduct ongoing training on: New releases;
Functional improvements;
Reporting and dashboards.
Support districts and circuits to drive usage.
Testing & Implementation-Lead provincial testing of system releases and updates;
Develop test plans, record UAT outcomes, submit feedback to developers;
Validate system enhancements prior to deployment.
Systems Maintenance Support- Work with DBE and vendors (e.g.
Mezzanine/Vodacom) to ensure continuity;
Identify and resolve technical issues affecting provincial users.
Reporting & Master Data Management-Maintain alignment between eCares and EMIS Master lists;
Validate EMIS number allocation in eCares;
Support provincial reporting needs and accuracy.
Stakeholder Collaboration-Work closely with PED ECD and EMIS Directorates;
National EMIS and ECD teams social partners such as Ilifa Labantwana and the Bana Pele Initiative.
The candidate will report to the provincial EMIS head and work closely with the ECD Directorate.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted by using the following URL https://www.westerncape.gov.za/education via Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. The applicants are advised to read the foreword available on the WCED website before applying for the post/s.

Enquiries: Ms R Leukes Tel No: (021) 833 8478

Post 34/263, sourced from the DPSA Circular 34 of 2026. Apply directly to Western Cape Education Department (WCED) by 09 October 2026 NOTE Applications must be made via the department’s on-line E-Recruitment system. The on-line system will automatically generate a Curriculum Vitae; applicants are therefore required to ensure that their profiles are fully completed. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. All applicants must be SA Citizens/Permanent Residents or Non-SA Citizens with a valid work permit. Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews and competency assessments at a time, date and place as determined by Western Cape Education Department (WCED). The Department reserves the right to conduct pre-employment security screening, and appointment is subject to positive security clearance outcome. Applicants must declare any/pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered post the interview the application will not be considered for the post and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 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 and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS, quoting reference 332 Directorate: Early Childhood Development. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location: Cape Town, Western Cape
Salary: R932 292 p/a
Closing date: 09 October 2026 NOTE Applications must be made via the department’s on-line E-Recruitment system. The on-line system will automatically generate a Curriculum Vitae; applicants are therefore required to ensure that their profiles are fully completed. Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. All applicants must be SA Citizens/Permanent Residents or Non-SA Citizens with a valid work permit. Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews and competency assessments at a time, date and place as determined by Western Cape Education Department (WCED). The Department reserves the right to conduct pre-employment security screening, and appointment is subject to positive security clearance outcome. Applicants must declare any/pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered post the interview the application will not be considered for the post and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. 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 and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. OTHER POSTS Closed
Reference: 332 Directorate: Early Childhood Development

How to apply →

Apply directly to the department, by the closing date, quoting the reference.