- Name of the position: Subject Manager – Mathematics, Sciences and Applied Sciences
- Responsible to: Senior Manager – Assessments
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Senior Manager – Assessments, the Subject Manager – Mathematics, Sciences and Applied Sciences is responsible for managing the development of examinations and other assessment instruments/materials, including assessment packages and other materials that support instruction.
The incumbent will manage all resources required for the development and administration of assessment instruments/materials, including human resources, finances, strategy, security standards, marking standards, grading, individual reports and related research. The incumbent will also be responsible for managing a team of Subject Officers responsible for assessments at primary and secondary education levels.
Duties
- Manages Subject Officers to ensure effective performance and delivery of quality outputs.
- Supports the departmental budgeting process and ensures effective and efficient utilisation of resources.
- Manages and coordinates the training of personnel involved in assessment development.
- Prepares and submits quarterly reports on activities within the area of responsibility.
- Manages performance standards relating to question paper development, marking and grading in collaboration with Subject Specialists.
- Manages the verification of mark inputs and authorises changes to marks in accordance with approved procedures.
- Manages assessment-related activities for primary and secondary education levels.
- Manages the development and review of qualifications and assessment standards at primary and secondary education levels.
- Contributes to the annual review of the Examination Administration Handbook and other assessment-supporting documents.
- Develops and oversees marking standards for primary and secondary education levels.
- Manages grading processes relating to Subject Officers and Assistant Subject Officer(s).
- Ensures the accuracy and integrity of examination timetables.
- Manages and coordinates examination marking arrangements.
- Ensures that appropriate provisions are made for candidates with special educational needs.
- Participates in the annual departmental budgeting and planning process in conjunction with the Senior Manager – Assessments.
- Reports regularly to the Senior Manager – Assessments on activities and matters relating to the area of responsibility.
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements
- A Master’s Degree in Education, Mathematics, Science, Applied Science, Management or a related relevant field, with a minimum of three (3) years’ relevant experience in the examination cycle; OR
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Science, Applied Science, Education or a closely related relevant field, with a minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in examinations and/or assessment.
In addition, the candidate must have:
- An academic background in Mathematics and/or Science/Applied Science, relevant to the subject areas under the position.
- Proven experience in examinations and related assessment processes.
- Proven experience in managing complex processes and skilled teams at a senior level, preferably with not less than five (5) years’ relevant experience.
- Proven ability to lead and build teams to deliver high-quality work within prescribed deadlines.
- Proven administrative experience in managing complex, high-volume workloads within critical deadlines.
- Experience in successfully leading teams through periods of organisational change.
- Experience in managing people, process and technology change.
- Experience in research and the application of research findings to improve assessment practices.
- Evidence of using and achieving sustainable results through Quality Improvement Programmes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders, particularly school principals.
- Computer literacy, particularly proficiency in the MS Office Suite.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, meet demanding deadlines and maintain a positive attitude while providing exemplary customer service.
- Ability to work independently, meet targets and deliver results.
- Ability to adhere to the organisation’s policies, procedures and compliance requirements.
How to Apply
Applications should be addressed to:
The Manager Human Resources
Examinations Council of Lesotho
P.O. Box 507
Maseru
[email protected] / hand delivered
The closing date for the submission of applications is Wednesday 30 September 2026 at 16:30.
Correspondence will only be done with shortlisted candidates.