director: strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation, Ref No. 70/2025/26

Apply for director: strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation at department of department of community safety and transport management. Closing date 2026-02-27.

Job Summary

Department: department of community safety and transport management

Directorate: corporate services directorate: strategic planning, monitoring and evaluation

Province: north west

Reference: 70/2025/26

Closing Date: 2026-02-27

Salary: R1,266,741

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 13

Centre: Head Office- Mahikeng

Minimum Qualification

Grade 12 and a relevant NQF level 7 qualification in Public Management, Public Administration, or Monitoring and Evaluation as recognized by SAQA.

Experience Required

5 years in Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (Senior Management)

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Strategic Capability and Leadership
  • People Management and Empowerment
  • Programme and Project Management
  • Financial Management
  • Change Management
  • Knowledge Management
  • Service Delivery Innovation
  • Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
  • Client Orientation and Customer Focus
  • High-level Communication and Presentation Skills
  • Proficiency in PFMA and Public Service Regulations.

Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience at middle or senior managerial level
  • Extensive experience within a Strategic Planning, Monitoring, and Evaluation environment
  • Proven track record in Research and Policy Coordination.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Develop and oversee the implementation of departmental policies, strategic guidelines, and performance information procedures
  • Facilitate and coordinate comprehensive operational and strategic planning processes across the department
  • Direct and manage departmental monitoring and evaluation frameworks and organizational processes
  • Formulate and manage the directorate budget in alignment with strategic objectives and PFMA requirements
  • Lead departmental research initiatives, including commissioning and overseeing evaluation studies
  • Provide high-level guidance on the implementation of government policies and regulations
  • Ensure effective human resource management and staff empowerment within the Directorate.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1266741.per annum (level 13). The inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund, medical fund and a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules. The successful candidate must enter into a performance agreement and sign employee contract.

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Dr. H Kekana: Tel No. 018 200 8001/9

Reference No:

70/2025/26

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: 70/2025/26
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

For job applications in South Africa, you can easily access the official Z83 form in two convenient ways: Download Z83 (PDF) for a ready-to-use version, or choose the Editable New Z83 Form to complete online before printing. Both options ensure compliance with government requirements and save time during the application process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

While you can be shortlisted and interviewed without the certificate, you cannot be appointed to this Level 13 position without successfully obtaining the SMS Pre-Entry Programme certificate from the National School of Government (NSG).
Applicants must submit only a fully completed and signed new Z83 form (effective 01 January 2021) and an updated CV in PDF format as a single document. Copies of qualifications, ID, and driver's license should not be attached at this stage; these will only be required from shortlisted candidates.
Shortlisted candidates must undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical technical exercise relevant to strategic planning and M&E, and an integrity/ethical conduct assessment, in addition to the standard DPSA SMS competency assessment.

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