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The South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) is the regulatory body for the architectural profession in South Africa. SACAP is established in terms of Section 2 of the Architectural Profession Act No. 44 of 2000. It is mandated to regulate the profession by setting standards for architectural education, training, development, registration, and professional and ethical conduct.

Position: Officer: Education 

Role Description

Provide administrative and operational support to SACAP’s education and training functions, ensuring compliance with legislation requirements and internal policies. 

Key Responsibilities:

·       Provide administrative support to the Education Committee and the Accreditation Board of SACAP.

·       Ensure compliance with Section 13 of the Architectural Profession Act 44 of 2000, the Accreditation Rules (Board Notice 484 of 2023), and SACAP's Standard Operating Procedures.

·       Ensure candidates meet all requirements related to monthly training records and the Professional Practice Examination to qualify for assessment.

·       Manage the full accreditation process, from planning to close-out as per the Accreditation Rules.

·       Oversee the performance of Examiners, Moderators, Markers, and Invigilators as per service level agreements.

·       Conduct educational workshops at accredited learning institutions to promote SACAP's regulatory role to architecture students.

·       Implement action items from Education Committee meetings on time.

·       Submit required documentation to the Secretariat on time to prepare for the Education Committee meeting.

·       Submit comments on the Education Committee agenda on time.

·       Monitor candidates’ monthly training record submissions and provide advisory support and compliance status to candidates.

·       Respond to all education and training-related queries (e.g., architecture qualifications, candidate

o   registration, monthly training records, and examinations) in line with SACAP’s service charter.

·       Administer activities related to mentorship partnerships with CETA and other entities involved in funding and training of candidates.

·       Achieve education and training targets set in the Annual Performance Plan and submit Quarterly Reports accordingly.

·       Manage the administration of SACAP’s bursary fund, ensuring fair and transparent application

o   processing.

·       Submit monthly reports to the line manager covering:

o   Student and candidate registration

o   Monthly training record compliance

o   Candidate examination eligibility

Related administrative matters.

Minimum Requirements:

·       Matric / Grade 12 or equivalent

·       National Diploma or Degree in Education or a related field

·       At least 4 years of relevant work experience

·       Project management experience

·       Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills

·       Technical proficiency and research capabilities

·       Proven ability to plan, initiate, and manage projects

·       Ability to prioritise and manage workloads to meet deadlines

·       Strong planning and organizational skills

Reporting Line:

This position reports to the Senior Manager: Professional and Statutory Services

Closing Date: 24 July 2025

If you do not receive a response within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. SACAP reserves the right to make an appointment or not.

Application Instructions:

Please clearly indicate the position you are applying for. Submit your CV and certified copies of your qualifications to:

        Email: hr@sacapsa.com

    Address: 51 Wessels Road, Right Wing, Rivonia, 2128