Department of Basic Education Vacancies: Download DPSA Circular 31 of 2026

 Department: Department of Basic Education (DBE)
Circular: DPSA Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026
Location: Pretoria
Closing date: 11 September 2026
Last checked: 1 September 2026
Last updated: 1 September 2026

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Important: Always read the official advertisement before applying. This page provides an independent summary and application guidance and does not replace the official government notice.

Vacancy Status

Information	Details
Employer	Department of Basic Education
Circular	DPSA Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026
Published	Not confirmed in the supplied DBE advertisement extract. Use the publication date shown on the official DPSA Circular 31 of 2026.
Last checked	1 September 2026
Last updated	1 September 2026
Closing date	11 September 2026
Advertisement status	Open based on the advertised closing date, subject to any official amendment or withdrawal
Amended advertisement	No amendment identified in the supplied advertisement
Withdrawal	No withdrawal identified in the supplied advertisement
Employment type	Public service vacancies
Location	Pretoria
Application method	Post, hand delivery or email, depending on the specific vacancy
Official source	DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular and Department of Basic Education

Status notice: Vacancy information can change. Applicants should check the latest official source for amendments, corrections, extensions or withdrawals before applying.

Introduction

The Department of Basic Education has advertised positions in DPSA Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026.

The supplied official advertisement includes the following vacancies:

1. Director: National School Nutrition Programme
2. Senior Administration Clerk

Both positions are based in Pretoria, and the advertised closing date is 11 September 2026. The vacancies have different qualification and experience requirements, so applicants should assess each post individually before applying.

Vacancy Summary

Post	Reference Number	Salary	Location	Closing Date
Director: National School Nutrition Programme	DBE/66/2026	R1 317 384 per annum	Pretoria	11 September 2026
Senior Administration Clerk	DBE/67/2026	R237 453 per annum, Level 05	Pretoria	11 September 2026

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Vacancy Summary
3. Director: National School Nutrition Programme
4. Senior Administration Clerk
5. What the Requirements Mean
6. Who Should Apply?
7. Who Should Not Apply?
8. How to Apply
9. Application Checklist
10. Common Application Mistakes
11. Editorial Review
12. Official Source
13. Related Guides
14. Frequently Asked Questions
15. Update History
16. About the Author
17. Disclaimer

Director: National School Nutrition Programme

Post: Director: National School Nutrition Programme
Reference Number: DBE/66/2026
Branch: Social Mobilisation and Support in School
Chief Directorate: Care and Support in Schools
Salary: R1 317 384 per annum
Centre: Pretoria
Closing Date: 11 September 2026

Requirements

The advertised requirements include:

• An NQF Level 7 qualification recognised by SAQA.
• Five years of experience at middle or senior management level.
• Experience related to the National School Nutrition Programme.
• Experience in policy formulation.
• Stakeholder management experience.
• Strong analytical and strategic skills.
• Programme, project and research skills.
• Knowledge of government and public service systems.
• Understanding of relevant public financial management and procurement frameworks.
• A valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel extensively.
• Computer literacy.
• Ability to work effectively in a demanding environment.

Applicants should read the complete official advertisement to ensure that they understand all requirements for this senior position.

Main Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for strategic and operational management connected with the National School Nutrition Programme.

The advertised responsibilities include:

• Managing the National School Nutrition Conditional Grant.
• Supporting the development or review of programme norms and standards.
• Monitoring programme delivery.
• Working across national, provincial, district and school levels.
• Evaluating programme impact.
• Managing risks and accountability processes.
• Supervising relevant staff.
• Coordinating stakeholders.
• Supporting compliance with applicable public service and financial management requirements.

Senior Administration Clerk

Post: Senior Administration Clerk
Reference Number: DBE/67/2026
Branch: Finance and Administration
Chief Directorate: Financial Management
Directorate: Security and Asset Management
Salary: R237 453 per annum, Level 05
Centre: Pretoria
Closing Date: 11 September 2026

Requirements

The minimum advertised qualification is a Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.

The Department also identifies skills and knowledge relating to:

• Public financial management.
• Basic accounting.
• Treasury requirements.
• Asset administration.
• Relevant departmental systems.
• Written and verbal communication.
• Planning and organisation.
• General office administration.
• Microsoft Word.
• Microsoft Excel.
• Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Microsoft Outlook.
• Working independently.
• Managing pressure and multiple tasks.
• Accuracy and adaptability.

Main Responsibilities

The advertised duties include assisting with:

• Maintaining asset registers.
• Asset verification.
• Asset movement and disposal processes.
• Updating asset records.
• Reconciliation processes.
• Preparing information for financial reporting.
• Resolving queries from internal and external auditors.

What the Requirements Mean

Director Position

This is a senior management opportunity. Meeting the NQF Level 7 qualification requirement alone may not make an applicant competitive.

The advertisement also requires substantial management experience and relevant knowledge of programme implementation, government processes, leadership, stakeholder management and strategic planning.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate their experience clearly in their CV.

In practical terms, suitable applicants should be able to show:

• Relevant management responsibilities.
• Experience leading programmes or projects.
• Evidence of strategic decision-making.
• Experience working with stakeholders.
• Knowledge relevant to public sector operations.
• Leadership and people management capability.

Senior Administration Clerk Position

The minimum qualification is more accessible because the advertisement requires a Senior Certificate or equivalent.

However, applicants should still be able to demonstrate relevant administrative abilities.

A strong applicant may be able to show:

• Office administration experience.
• Computer skills.
• Accuracy when working with records.
• Organisational ability.
• Experience handling administrative workloads.
• Ability to communicate professionally.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Who Should Apply?

You should consider applying if you:

• Meet the minimum requirements for the specific vacancy.
• Have relevant qualifications and experience.
• Understand the duties involved.
• Can work at the advertised location or meet the employer’s location requirements.
• Can complete the current Z83 form correctly.
• Can submit a detailed CV.
• Can apply before the closing date.
• Can accurately demonstrate your qualifications and work experience.

Applicants should focus on the vacancy that genuinely matches their qualifications and experience.

Who Should Not Apply?

You should reconsider applying if:

• You do not meet a mandatory qualification requirement.
• You do not have mandatory experience for a senior position.
• You plan to submit an outdated Z83 form.
• You cannot apply before the deadline.
• You cannot identify the correct reference number.
• You intend to provide inaccurate information.
• Your application does not relate to the advertised requirements.

Applicants should avoid sending speculative applications for positions where they clearly do not meet mandatory requirements.

How to Apply

The Department provides different application instructions depending on the post.

Director: National School Nutrition Programme

The advertisement provides options to submit an application by:

• Post.
• Hand delivery.
• Email using the addresses specified for the vacancy.

The postal address is:

Private Bag X895
Pretoria
0001

The hand-delivery address stated in the advertisement is:

Department of Basic Education
222 Struben Street
Pretoria

Applicants should verify the correct email address and application instructions against the official advertisement before submitting personal information or documents.

Senior Administration Clerk

The advertisement also provides options to submit applications by:

• Post.
• Hand delivery.
• The vacancy-specific email address stated in the official notice.

Applicants should use the correct instructions for the specific vacancy they are applying for.

Application Checklist

Before submitting your application, confirm:

• I selected the correct vacancy.
• I wrote the correct post title.
• I included the correct reference number.
• I meet the minimum qualification requirements.
• I meet any mandatory experience requirements.
• I used the most recently approved Z83 form.
• I completed the Z83 fully.
• I signed page 2 where required.
• I prepared a detailed and accurate CV.
• My CV reflects my actual qualifications and employment history.
• I used the correct application method.
• I checked the official source before submitting.
• I will submit before 11 September 2026.
• I kept a copy of my application.

The supplied advertisement states that use of an old Z83 form may result in disqualification. It also states that applicants should submit the Z83 and a detailed CV, while supporting documents may be requested from shortlisted candidates.

Common Application Mistakes

1. Using an outdated Z83

Always confirm that you are using the most recently approved form.

2. Using the wrong reference number

Check the reference number against the official vacancy before submitting.

3. Applying for the wrong position

Read the title, location, requirements and duties carefully.

4. Sending the application to the wrong email address

Use the application details provided for your specific vacancy.

5. Missing the closing date

Submit early enough to avoid preventable problems.

6. Leaving sections incomplete

Review the Z83 and CV before submission.

7. Using a generic CV

Your CV should accurately show experience and skills relevant to the position.

8. Providing inaccurate information

Qualifications and employment history may be verified.

9. Ignoring mandatory experience requirements

Senior positions may require substantial and specific management experience.

10. Relying only on a third-party website

Independent job information websites can provide guidance, but the official government advertisement should always be the final source.

Editorial Review

DPSACircular.co.za reviewed the vacancy details against the supplied official government advertisement. Our review focused on the advertised positions, reference numbers, salary information, qualification requirements, experience requirements, closing date and application instructions. Readers should use the official advertisement as the final source before submitting an application.

This article is intended to provide additional value by:

• Summarising key vacancy information.
• Explaining the practical meaning of requirements.
• Helping applicants assess suitability.
• Providing an application checklist.
• Highlighting common mistakes.
• Directing readers to official sources.

DPSACircular.co.za does not reproduce the official vacancy PDF as a substitute for the original advertisement.

Official Source

Applicants should verify vacancy information through the official government sources.

DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular:
DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular

Department of Basic Education:
Department of Basic Education

Before applying, check the official source for:

• Amendments.
• Withdrawals.
• Closing date changes.
• Correct application instructions.
• Updated contact information.

Related Guides

Use genuine internal links on DPSACircular.co.za to relevant pages where they exist.

Suggested internal links include:

• Latest DPSA Vacancy Circulars
• Department of Basic Education Vacancies
• How to Complete the Z83 Application Form
• Government Jobs Closing This Week
• Government Jobs in Pretoria
• How Government Job Applications Are Processed
• Why Government Job Applications Get Rejected
• What Happens After You Submit a Government Job Application
• Government Internships
• Learnerships
• Graduate Programmes
• Bursaries

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the closing date for these DBE vacancies?

The advertised closing date is 11 September 2026.

2. How many vacancies are included in the supplied DBE advertisement?

The supplied advertisement pages contain two positions: Director: National School Nutrition Programme and Senior Administration Clerk.

3. Where are the vacancies based?

Both advertised positions are based in Pretoria.

4. What is the reference number for the Director position?

The reference number is DBE/66/2026.

5. What is the reference number for the Senior Administration Clerk position?

The reference number is DBE/67/2026.

6. What is the salary for the Director position?

The advertised salary is R1 317 384 per annum.

7. What is the salary for the Senior Administration Clerk position?

The advertised salary is R237 453 per annum at Level 05.

8. What qualification is required for the Director position?

The advertisement requires an NQF Level 7 qualification recognised by SAQA, together with the required management experience.

9. How much management experience is required for the Director position?

The advertisement requires five years of experience at middle or senior management level.

10. What qualification is required for the Senior Administration Clerk position?

Applicants need a Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.

11. Can I use an old Z83 form?

No. The advertisement warns that use of the old Z83 form may result in disqualification.

12. Do I need to submit certified qualifications with my application?

The supplied advertisement states that applicants should submit the required Z83 and detailed CV, while certified copies may be requested from shortlisted candidates.

13. Must I sign the Z83?

The supplied advertisement states that the Z83 must be completed in full and that page 2 must be duly signed.

14. Can I apply by email?

The advertisement provides email application options. Applicants should use the correct email address for their chosen vacancy.

15. Can I hand-deliver my application?

Yes. The supplied advertisement provides a hand-delivery option to the Department of Basic Education in Pretoria.

16. Is the Director position a senior management role?

The position appears under the Management Echelon section and includes senior management-related requirements and processes.

17. Will applicants undergo verification or suitability checks?

The advertisement states that successful and shortlisted applicants may be subject to suitability checks and verification processes.

18. Can women and people with disabilities apply?

Yes. The Department’s employment equity statement encourages women and people with disabilities to apply.

19. What happens after I submit my application?

The exact recruitment process is determined by the employer. The supplied advertisement states that shortlisted candidates may be asked for supporting documents and may undergo applicable assessments and verification processes.

20. Can I apply for more than one government vacancy?

You should follow the instructions for each individual vacancy. Where applying for multiple positions is permitted, make sure every application clearly identifies the correct post and reference number.

21. What happens if I use the wrong reference number?

Your application may not be matched correctly to the intended vacancy. Always check the reference number against the official advertisement.

22. Should I apply if I meet only some of the requirements?

Applicants should distinguish between mandatory minimum requirements and desirable skills. If you do not meet a clearly mandatory requirement, you should carefully reconsider your eligibility.

23. Is DPSACircular.co.za part of the government?

No. DPSACircular.co.za is an independent South African job information and application guidance website.

24. Where should I check for amendments or withdrawals?

Check the official DPSA vacancy circular and the relevant Department of Basic Education information before applying.

25. What should I do immediately before submitting my application?

Check the latest official advertisement, confirm the closing date, verify the reference number, review your Z83, review your CV and confirm that you are using the correct application method.

Update History

1 September 2026

This page was reviewed against the supplied Department of Basic Education advertisement.

The review covered:

• Advertised positions.
• Reference numbers.
• Salary information.
• Qualification requirements.
• Experience requirements.
• Application instructions.
• Closing date.

No amendment or withdrawal was identified in the supplied advertisement.

Future updates should be added here when an official amendment, correction, extension, withdrawal or other material change is confirmed.

About the Author

DPSACircular.co.za Editorial Team

The DPSACircular.co.za Editorial Team publishes independently written information and practical guidance for people searching for South African public sector opportunities.

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• DPSA Vacancy Circulars.
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• Learnerships.
• Graduate programmes.
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Government vacancy advertisements can contain detailed requirements, multiple application instructions and important deadlines that applicants may overlook.

DPSACircular.co.za published this independent summary to help readers:

• Identify the advertised positions quickly.
• Understand minimum requirements.
• Compare their background with the vacancy.
• Find the correct reference number.
• Understand application instructions.
• Avoid common application mistakes.
• Locate the official source before applying.

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