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Job Title – Education Officer

Description

An Educational Officer is involved with the running of education services and the provision of necessary resources.

Typical Job Activities

Formulating of policy, for planning and monitoring services, as well as for the day-to-day operational administration, budget control and management of resources
Implements changes according to local and national government policy
Responsible for areas such as curriculum policy, student loans, quality assurance, special needs or buildings and supplies
Writes and presents reports to committees and public meetings

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Related Occupations

Educational advisor
Education planner
Lecturer
School inspector
Training manager

Educational Requirements

Senior Certificate with matric exemption for a degree course in Education or Administration.
Senior Certificate for a diploma course in Administration or in Education.

Compulsory subjects: None
Recommended subjects: Accounting

What natural skills and/or aptitudes do I need for this occupation?

Have good organizational and communication skills
Be able to manage people
Have leadership skills
Be able to work well in a team
Be able to report accurately

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Employment Opportunities 

Moderate

Market Competitiveness

High

Income Potential

Moderate

Self-Employment Opportunities

Low

International Employment Opportunities

Low

Possible Employers

Government departments and provincial and local administrators
Department of Education

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Relevant Contact Details

National Department of Basic Education
http://www.education.gov.za/

Career Progress and Path

Further Studies in the specific career field
Experience in specific fields
Work performance
General management studies

Possible Career Paths

Specialist career in the specific field
Management positions in the specific field

Employment Stability

Moderately stable

Reasons to consider this career

A job in Government
I can be of service to people
I am very interested in a specific subject or field
I’ll work fixed hours
I like to do administrative work