Question NW1325 to the Minister of Basic Education
13 June 2017 - NW1325
Stander, Ms T to ask the Minister of Basic Education
(1) With reference to her reply to question 566 on 31 March 2017, (a) what salary is being paid to the Acting Chief Executive Officer; (2) has the position been advertised; if not, why not; if so, (3) has the application period closed; if so, (a) when will the interviews be conducted, (b) how many applicants (i) applied for the position and (ii) were shortlisted for the position and (c) what are the pre-requisite qualifications for the position?
Reply:
1. (a) An Acting allowance equivalent to the difference of her permanent salary and the minimum salary level of the CEO’s salary band is payable to the Acting CEO.
2. Yes.
(3) Yes .
(a) Not yet determined.
(b) (i) 57 applications were received.
(ii) Shortlisting still in progress.
(c) Appropriate B Degree or equivalent qualification in education; Knowledge of the education sector is a prerequisite and at least 10 years’ experience at management level; Teaching experience will be a distinct advantage.