Job Opportunities at the Independent Examinations Board (IEB)

Recruitment: Materials Handling Controller

The Independent Examinations Board (IEB) is a South African independent assessment body that conducts assessment for schooling and adult education. The IEB is a leader in innovative assessments that are relevant to South Africa. The IEB has established itself as a significant role-player and a key partner to government in building our education system in a democratic South Africa. The IEB is accredited by Umalusi, Quality Assurance Council for the General and Further Education and Training, to offer examinations in the schooling and adult education sectors.

The IEB is looking to fill the vacancy of a Materials Handling Controller. The main purpose of the position is to be responsible for the internal and external dispatch and receipt of all examination materials, as well as monitoring operational processes and maintaining quality control systems. 

Required qualifications:

·         Matric/Grade 12 qualification.

·         Relevant undergraduate qualification and/or certification (e.g. Administrative Studies).

Minimum experience/knowledge required:

·         Minimum 3 years administration experience will be an added advantage.

·         A valid South African Driver’s Licence.

·         Computer literacy is essential (Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

·         Good communication skills (verbal and written).

·         Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

·         Ability to work independently under pressure and deadline driven.

Responsibilities:

The successful applicant’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

·         Assist with the receipt, secure storage, handling and dispatch of examination materials.

·         Verify incoming and outgoing examination materials for accuracy, completeness, condition and correct quantities.

·         Maintain accurate dispatch, receipt, inventory and tracking records.

·         Prepare, package, label and allocate examination materials according to approved schedules and procedures.

·         Liaise with schools, internal departments, suppliers and courier service providers regarding deliveries and collections.

·         Track and trace that all outgoing shipments to schools and centres have been delivered on time to the correct address.

·         Assist with the tracking and tracing of all outstanding incoming deliveries from school and examination centres.

·         Maintain strict confidentiality, security and chain-of-custody controls for examination materials.

·         Assist with stock counts and reconcile physical materials against records.

·         Perform other related duties as reasonably assigned.

Applicants are requested to submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae to Karabo Moerane (HRBP: Recruitment) via email at karabo@hrignite.co.za.

Closing date for applications: 19 August 2026.

We thank all applicants for their interest.

Please note:

·         The IEB operates in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 3 of 2013 ('POPIA Act'). By submitting your personal information to the IEB (by way of application and/or providing any other documentation required during the recruitment process), you consent to the processing of your personal information for the stated purpose.

·         The IEB reserves the right not to make an appointment, and the submission of an application does not automatically grant the right to an interview. Kindly take note if you have not been contacted within fourteen (14) days of the closing date; please consider your application unsuccessful.