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Imfundo · Circular 31 of 2026

E–cares System Manager

Department of Education

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E–cares System Manager at Department of Education in Polokwane.

Imfuneko

  • NQF Level 7 qualification in Information Systems / ICT / Computer Science / Data or related field as recognized by SAQA.
  • A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
  • Seven (7) years’ relevant experience in Systems Administration and Information Systems.
  • Experience in the education sector data (e.g., EMIS) or ECD programmes will be an added advantage.
  • Valid driver’s license with exception of people with disabilities Competencies.
  • Knowledge and Skills: Knowledge of Cloud-based system operations.
  • Knowledge of the provincial EMIS environment and/ or ECD system landscape.
  • Knowledge of database management.
  • Knowledge of business intelligence reporting.
  • Knowledge of database management.
  • Knowledge of business intelligence reporting.
  • Strong computer literacy (MS Office, online systems, Excel, data entry/platforms).
  • Practical experience using information systems or databases.
  • Intermediate data analysis and reporting skills.
  • Training facilitation and user support skills.
  • Document management and verification.
  • Well-developed reasoning, innovative thinking and problem- solving ability.
  • Ability to effectively compile and present reports.
  • Must be knowledgeable with Human Resource Management (People Management) practices.
  • User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and training facilitation.
  • Data reporting and system usage monitoring.
  • 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, customer service orientation.
  • Ability to work independently and travel extensively.
  • Ability to support end-users and provide helpdesk-style guidance.
  • Good communication (verbal and written) and stakeholder coordination skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.

Imiqobo

  • Provincial e-Cares system usage and performance management.
  • Leading provincial support for system usage, performance and adoption.
  • Monitoring user compliance with system functionality and data workflows.
  • Advocating system utilization for decision-making.
  • User support and access management.
  • Managing first line helpdesk support for PED users.
  • Managing user access, roles and permissions.
  • Escalating issues promptly to national and service providers.
  • User training and capacity building, which entails conducting ongoing training on New releases;
  • Functional improvements;
  • Reporting and dashboards.
  • Supporting districts and circuits to drive usage.
  • Leading provincial testing of system releases and updates.
  • Developing test plans, recording User Acceptance Testing (UAT) outcomes, and submitting feedback to developers.
  • Validating system enhancements before deployment.
  • Identifying and resolving technical issues affecting provincial users.
  • Maintaining alignment between e- Cares and EMIS Master lists.
  • Validating EMIS number allocation in e-Cares.
  • Supporting provincial reporting needs and accuracy.

Indlela yokuqoka

Quoting the relevant references `applications should be forwarded to the relevant District: Capricorn North The District Director: Capricorn North Education District, Private Bag X9711, Polokwane, 0700. Cnr Blaauwberg & Yster Street Ladanna, Polokwane. Capricorn South The District Director: Capricorn South Education District Private, Bag X 03cChueniespoort, 0745. Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo. The District Director Sekhukhune South Education District Private Bag X70, Lebowakgomo, 0737. Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo. Mogalakwena Education District: The District Director Private Bag X 601 Mahwelereng 0626 805 Rufus Seakamela Street Mahwelereng, 0626. Mopani East Education District Private Bag X 578 Giyani 0826 Old Parliament Building. Giyani. Mopani West The District Director: Mopani West Education District, Private Bag X4032, Tzaneen, 0850. 27 Peace Street, Prosperitas Building, Tzaneen, 0850. Sekhukhune East The Acting District Director: Sekhukhune East Education District, Private Bag X9041, Burgersfort, 1150. 83 Aloe Street, Stand No 2314, Ext 4 Aloeridge West, Burgersfort, 1150. Sekhukhune South Education District: The District Director, Private Bag X70, Lebowakgomo, 0737. Old Parliament Complex, Lebowakgomo Vhembe East The Acting District Director: Vhembe East Education District, Private Bag X2250, Sibasa, 0970. Makwarela, Old Parliament Building. Vhembe West The District Director: Vhembe West Education District, Private Bag X2250, Sibasa, 0970. Block D, Old Parliament Building, Thohoyandou. Waterberg The Acting District Director: Waterberg Education District, Private Bag X1040, Modimolle, 051084. Limpopo Street, NTK Building, Modimolle 0510. Head Office The Head of Department, Limpopo Department of Education, Private Bag X9489, Polokwane, 0700 or handed in at 113 Biccard Street, Polokwane at Records Management Directorate – Office No. H03 (Registry) Applications submitted via e-Recruitment system through the link a https://erecruitment.limpopo.gov.za

Imibuzo: Mr Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675, Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345, Mesdames Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059, Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664

Amanqaku

Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service Department office i.e. effective 01 January 2021 or on the DPSA web site link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/. Should an application be received using incorrect application employment form Z83, it will be disqualified, Only Z83 and CV submitted on application, all other documents/proofs are submitted by shortlisted candidates) If an applicant wishes to withdraw an application, it must be done in writing. Under no circumstances will Photostat copies or faxed copies of application documents be accepted. The successful candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal record, citizenship & financial/asset record checks and qualification and employment verification). Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Applicants who do not receive confirmation or feedback within 3 (three) months after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Due to the large volume of responses anticipated, receipt of applications will not be acknowledged, and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. For more information on the job description(s) please contact the person indicated in the post details. The contents of the advertised post will also be posted on the following websites www.limpopo.gov.za/ www.edu.gov.za / www.dpsa.gov.za. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment to the posts advertised. The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. 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. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity OTHER POSTS

Isikhundla 31/218, esokuqoka evela kwi-DPSA Circular 31 of 2026. Qoka ngqo kwi-Department of Education ngomhla 11 September 2026 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered), uveze inamba yesalathiso LDOE 10/08/2026. Oku kungunxulumano olulumangelwaniso; i-advert kwi-circular yingcaciso.

Indawo
Polokwane, iLimpopo
Umvuzo
R932 292 p/a
Umhla wokuvalela
11 September 2026 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered)
Isalathiso
LDOE 10/08/2026
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