strategist: institutional change, Ref No. PT 05/2026

Apply for strategist: institutional change at department of provincial treasury. Closing date 2026-03-23.

Job Summary

Department: provincial treasury

Directorate: strategic management and institutional change

Province: western cape

Reference: PT 05/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-23

Salary: R1,059,105

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 12

Centre: Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government.

Minimum Qualification

4-year post school qualification (NQF 8)

Experience Required

8 Years in Institutional Change and Strategic Management

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Strategy development, management, and monitoring processes
  • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and National Treasury Regulations
  • Project management methodologies and tools (data-centric focus)
  • Research methodologies and policy analysis
  • Advanced communication skills for technical and diverse audiences
  • Leadership and team direction of professional staff

Requirements

  • Minimum of 8 years relevant experience in strategy development or institutional change
  • Experience leading data governance or project management offices
  • Proven track record in modern systems of governance and administration

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Conduct comprehensive research to refine and develop institutional change policies, strategies, and frameworks
  • Execute professional project management functions for the implementation of institutional change programmes
  • Facilitate the departmental e-vision strategy by leveraging data warehouse capabilities for informed decision-making and Business Intelligence (BI)
  • Champion digital transformation initiatives through the strategic implementation of BI projects
  • Manage stakeholder communication and reporting regarding institutional change progress and outcomes

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R1059105 per annum (Level 12). (All-inclusive salary package)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr B Damons at Tel No: (021) 483 6127

Reference No:

PT 05/2026

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: PT 05/2026
  • 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 apply without it, the nominated candidate must complete the NSG Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) before a formal appointment can be made.
Shortlisted candidates will undergo a technical exercise testing specific elements of institutional change and BI strategy, followed by a formal DPSA-mandated competency assessment.
This is a 3-year fixed-term contract with an all-inclusive annual salary package of R1,059,105 (Level 12).

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