Nautical Science (Proficient in Afrikaans)

Job Description

• Conduct external moderation of question papers, School-Based Assessment (SBA), Practical Assessment Tasks, Practical Examinations and verification of marking across assessment bodies and make recommendations for improvement.
• Develop and submit external moderation reports to Umalusi for the various moderation processes according to the set timelines.
• Respond timeously to requests/queries in relation to the subject appointed to moderate.
• Be able to conduct investigation and verification of alleged irregularities related to the subject appointed for.

Job Requirements

• Have at least a recognised four-year post-grade 12 qualification, which includes the subject applied for, or related subjects at third year or honours level.
• Be in possession of a valid driver’s license as they are expected to travel extensively.
• Have at least eight (8) years of teaching experience in the subject applied for in schooling sector or related sector.
• Be a practicing teacher/ subject advisor at Grade 12 or an expert in the subject to be moderated at an institution of higher learning.
• Have experience as an examiner and/or moderator of the subject at provincial and/or national level.
• Experience in teaching and moderating in both English and Afrikaans will be an additional advantage.
• Have at least five (5) years’ experience in the marking of national examinations and/or must have served as a Senior Marker, Deputy Chief Marker, Chief Marker or Internal Moderator.
• Have thorough knowledge and understanding of the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) Grades 10-12, Subject Assessment Guidelines (SAG) and all the related curriculum policies and guideline documents. 
• Have extensive report writing skills.
• Have advanced computer skills (MS. Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Be willing to work in a team of moderators as a panel.
• Be willing to work under tight timeframes and be ready to respond to requests to assist Umalusi at short notice at times.