DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, MONITORING AND EVALUATION

APPLICATIONS : Applications must be posted / or hand-delivered to: The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (DPME), Attention: Human Resource Admin & Recruitment, Private Bag X944, Pretoria, 0028 or hand delivered to 330 Grosvenor Street, Hatfield, Pretoria 0028 (please quote the relevant post and reference number). Website www.dpme.gov.za

CLOSING DATE : 17 October 2025 at 16:30

NOTE : The relevant reference number must be quoted on all applications. The successful candidate will
have to sign an annual performance agreement and will be required to undergo a security clearance.
Applications must be submitted on a signed Z83 accompanied by a comprehensive CV only
specifying all experience indicating the respective dates (MM/YY) as well as indicating three
reference persons with the following information: name and contact number(s), email address and
an indication of the capacity in which the reference is known to the candidate. Certified copies of
qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.
Applicants will be required to meet vetting requirements as prescribed by Minimum Information
Security Standards. The DPME is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The
employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the Department. It is the
Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of this
post(s) Failure to submit the above information will result in the application not being considered. It
is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Reference checks will be done during the selection process. Note
that correspondence will only be conducted with the short-listed candidates. If you have not been
contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your
application was unsuccessful. Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and
time determined by DPME. Applicants must note that pre-employment checks will be conducted
once they are short-listed and the appointment is also subject to positive outcomes on these checks,
which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal records. All
shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a technical exercise that intends to test the
relevant technical elements of the job. For salary levels 11 to 15, the inclusive remuneration package
consists of a basic salary, the state’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and
a flexible portion in terms of applicable rules. SMS will be required to undergo a Competency
Assessment as prescribed by DPSA. The DPME reserves the right to utilise practical exercises/tests
for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process (candidates who are shortlisted will be
informed accordingly) to determine the suitability of candidates for the post(s). The DPME also
reserves the right to cancel the filling / not to fill a vacancy that was advertised during any stage of
the recruitment process. Prior to appointment, a candidate would be required to complete the
Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services as endorsed by DPSA
which is an online course, endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG). The course is
available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be
sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/. Candidates are required to use the new Z83 (Application for employment) that is
implemented with effect from 1 January 2021. A copy can be downloaded on the website of the
Department of Public Service & Administration (DPSA) at www.dpsa.gov.za

POST 36/78 : SENIOR INFORMATION AND VETTING OFFICER REF NO: 09/2025

Unit: Security and Facilities
SALARY : R397 116 – R467 790 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate National Diploma/ Degree (NQF 6/7) in Security Management /Social Science/ Policing / Security Risk management with at least a minimum of 2 years’ experience in Personnel
and Information Security and a Valid Driver’s License. SSA Security Managers Course, Security
Vetting Course will serve as an added advantage. Competencies and skills: Knowledge of
information and document security. Sound knowledge of applicable legislation, policies and
practices. Ability to apply technical/ professional knowledge and skills. Must have good computer
skills. Must have good verbal and written communication skills. Must have good Interpersonal
relations, ability to manage (planning and Execution); good leadership skills. Personal Attributes:
Ability to accept responsibility for own area of work, work independently, and produce good quality
of work. Must be a team player, flexible and reliable.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to provide efficient and effective vetting and
information security services. This entails but not limited to administering of the filing system for all
security documents within the Department and rendering of administrative support services.
Coordination of Personnel Security. Enforce Document & Information Security.

ENQUIRIES : Ms M Masilela Tel No: (012) 312-0471
APPLICATIONS : Applications can also be emailed to Recruitment09@dpme.gov.za

POST 36/77 : SENIOR ICT TECHNICIAN REF NO: 08/2025 (X2 POSTS)

Sub-Directorate: ICT Operations Support
SALARY : R397 116 – R467 790 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : An appropriate National Diploma/ Degree (NQF 6/7) qualification in the areas of Information Technology/ Systems or Computer Science with at 3 years’ Experience in technical support
services. Certification in IT courses (A+, N+ or Security+), Knowledge of/experience in Windows
Server Platform (AD, DNS, DHCP & Exchange) and LAN Support (cabling & switches). An ITIL
Certificate will serve as an added advantage. A Valid Driver’s License. Competencies and skills:
Project Management skills; High level of computer literacy, sound knowledge of the Microsoft Office
suite; Report writing and Communication skills (verbal & written). Ability to apply technical and
professional skills. Must have good Interpersonal relations, planning and execution skills. Personal
Attributes: Ability to accept responsibility and be able to work under pressure and independently.
Ability to produce good quality of work. Must be a team player, flexible, reliable, motivated and selfmotivated.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to ensure the smooth running of the computer systems throughout the Department. This entails diagnosing and resolving software and hardware problems. Repair and upgrade different types of computers (software and hardware) and install and configure new computers, servers and other IT equipment. Render technical advisory support for all IT
projects that will impact on the infrastructure and ensure that all calls logged are resolved within the
required time as per the Department’s ICT service standards.

ENQUIRIES : Ms M Masilela Tel No: (012) 312-0471
APPLICATIONS : Applications can also be emailed to Recruitment08@dpme.gov.za

POST 36/76 : SENIOR EVALUATION OFFICER REF NO: 07/2025

Chief Directorate: Evaluation
SALARY : R397 116 – R467 790 per annum (Level 08), plus benefits
CENTRE : Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS : A National Diploma/ Bachelor’s Degree (NQF level 6/7) qualification in Social Science, Public Administration or related fields with at least 2 years’ experience in Evaluation/ Research/ Monitoring. An NQF level 8 qualification (Bachelors Honours Degree/ Post Graduate Diploma) with Research / Monitoring / Evaluation will be an added advantage. Competencies and Skills: Should have
knowledge of Evaluation/ Research Practice. Must have report-writing skills. Must have good verbal
and written communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Good computer literacy and
project management skills. Must have a valid Driver’s license. Personal Attributes: Ability to accept
responsibility, work independently and produce good quality of work. Must be a team player, flexible
and reliable.

DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible to provide administrative and technical support to
evaluation projects within the National Evaluation System. This entails supporting coordination of
trainings and development to enhance the evaluation capacity in the National Evaluation System.
Undertake and provide support in the implementation of the National Evaluation Plan projects and
other related projects. Provide evaluation and technical support to the Chief Directorate and
stakeholders. Support procurement processes for evaluation projects.

ENQUIRIES : Ms M Masilela Tel No: (012) 312 0471
APPLICATIONS : Applications can also be emailed to Recruitment07@dpme.gov.za

We wish yiu all the best with your applications