Circular 28 of 2026 · Post 28/65 · Ref S092/2026

DIRECTOR: DATA GOVERNANCE

National Treasury

  • CentrePretoria
Closing date: 16 days remaining

Job details

Circular
28 of 2026
Page No.
2
Circular Post
28/65
Reference number
S092/2026
Department
National Treasury
Centre
Pretoria
Salary
R1 317 384 per annum, (Incl. benefits)
Closing date
25 August 2026

Application and salary information

Salary

R1 317 384 per annum, (Incl. benefits)

Application route

Complete submission instructions are provided under How to apply.

Requirements

  • A Grade 12 coupled with minimum Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF Level 7) in Computer Science or Economics or Data Science or Information Management or related qualification.
  • A minimum 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level obtained in data governance, management and compliance.
  • Experience in the formulation and managing of data governance frameworks, policies and practices.
  • Knowledge of data governance frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK), data privacy regulations (e.g.
  • POPIA), and data quality standards.
  • Knowledge and experience with data management tools and metadata management platforms.
  • Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment.

Duties

  • Data governance framework and policy development: Develop and implement a comprehensive data governance and management framework, including policies, standards, and procedures.
  • Define data ownership, stewardship roles, and accountability across the organisation.
  • Establish a Data Governance Committee to drive adherence to data policies and facilitate decision-making.
  • Define and track key data governance metrics to measure the effectiveness of data governance initiatives.
  • Lead data governance and data management related to the MzansiXchange.
  • Data and metadata management: Implement and oversee master data management processes to ensure consistency and accuracy of critical data entities.
  • Establish a data catalogue to classify National Treasury data assets.
  • Implement metadata management practices.
  • Ensure that data catalogue and metadata are continuously updated.
  • Data quality management and improvement: Establish data quality metrics, standards, and processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability.
  • Develop appropriate techniques for data verification, profiling, cleaning, and monitoring techniques to maintain high data quality.
  • Collaborate with data stewards and divisions to identify data quality issues and drive corrective actions.
  • Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in data governance and data management.
  • Lead initiatives to adopt new tools and technologies that enhance data governance capabilities.
  • Data compliance, security, and risk management: Ensure compliance with data privacy laws and regulations (e.g., POPIA) and industry standards.
  • Identify potential data risks and develop strategies to mitigate them, including data access controls and encryption Collaborate with the IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure data security protocols are integrated into the data governance framework.
  • Stakeholder engagement: Train and educate stakeholders on data governance best practices, data ownership, and compliance requirements.
  • Engage internal and external stakeholders on new developments pertaining to data governance, compliance, security and risk management and their impact on the management of data in the National Treasury.
  • Represent National Treasury on inter-governmental and other external forums and committees related to data governance.
  • Establish relationships with key government departments, research and international organisations to advance data governance functions.

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How to apply

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Notes and Z83 guidance

Effective from 7 April 2021, the National Treasury now utilises an e-Recruitment System which means all applicants must login/register to apply for positions, we only accept hand delivered/posted applications should an applicant prove that he/she tried to apply via e-Recruitment with no success and the National Treasury ICT unit was unable to assist. The applicant’s profile on the eRecruitment is equivalent to the newly approved Z83, and it is the responsibility of applicants to ensure their profiles are fully completed or their applications will not be considered, as per the DPSA Practice Note. Certain documentation will still be required to be uploaded on the system such as copies of all qualifications including National Senior Certificate/Matric certificate, ID, etc., however these documents need not be certified at point of application, however certification will be required prior to attending the interview. Please note: All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. It should be noted that the National Treasury does not support the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in any of its recruitment and selection processes and will disqualify an application if it picks up the use of AI when completing assessments without acknowledging the source of information. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available as an online course on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of appointment, is a requirement for all SMS positions.

  • All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to technical exercise and interview. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.
  • All qualifications, criminal and SA citizenship checks will be conducted on all short-listed candidates and, where applicable, additional checks will be conducted in line with the new DPSA Directive effective 01 April 2024. Please note that by responding to our advertisement/s, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information for internal HR processes in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act No. 4 of 2013. In the event that your application is unsuccessful, the Department will retain your personal information only for audit purposes as required by policies, only for a specific period, of which the submitted documents will then be destroyed as legislated in the National Archives Act. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all their foreign qualifications (this includes O and A level certificates) evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), at your own expense. Upon appointment, successful candidates will be required to disclose particulars of all registrable financial interests and to sign a Performance Agreement within 3 months from date of appointment and for candidates whose appointment exceeds 12 calendar months will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) calendar months excluding leave taken as prescribed by Public Service Regulation 68. The status of your application will be visible on the e-Recruitment system. However, if you have not received feedback from the National Treasury within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Note: The National Treasury reserves the right not to fill the below-mentioned posts, withdraw or put on hold a position and/or to re-advertise a post.
  • All queries must be submitted via email addressed to the Human Resources Recruitment Support Team on Recruitment.Enquiries@treasury.gov.za.
  • Kindly note that all National Treasury adverts published/LIVE on the eRecruitment System have a closing date listed and closing time of 12h00 (Midday) on that closing date. The system is designed to automatically remove the advert from public view at exactly 12h00 (Midday) of the said closing date for that post. There are no other means to submit applications post the closing date and time, if you have missed or delayed in submitting on time.

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POST 28/65 : DIRECTOR: DATA GOVERNANCE REF NO: S092/2026 Division: Office of The Director-General (ODG)
Purpose: To develop and manage data governance frameworks, ensuring that data quality, compliance, security, and effective data management practices
are implemented and adhered to.
SALARY : R1 317 384 per annum, (Incl. benefits)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 coupled with minimum Bachelor’s Degree (equivalent to NQF Level 7) in Computer Science or Economics or Data Science or Information
Management or related qualification. A minimum 5 years’ experience at a middle/senior managerial level obtained in data governance, management and
compliance. Experience in the formulation and managing of data governance frameworks, policies and practices. Knowledge of data governance
frameworks (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK), data privacy regulations (e.g. POPIA), and data quality standards. Knowledge and experience with data management
tools and metadata management platforms. Successful completion of the
Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course
on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment.
DUTIES : Data governance framework and policy development: Develop and implement a comprehensive data governance and management framework, including
policies, standards, and procedures. Define data ownership, stewardship roles, and accountability across the organisation. Establish a Data Governance
Committee to drive adherence to data policies and facilitate decision-making.
Define and track key data governance metrics to measure the effectiveness of data governance initiatives. Lead data governance and data management
related to the MzansiXchange. Data and metadata management: Implement and oversee master data management processes to ensure consistency and
accuracy of critical data entities. Establish a data catalogue to classify National
Treasury data assets. Implement metadata management practices. Ensure that data catalogue and metadata are continuously updated. Data quality
management and improvement: Establish data quality metrics, standards, and processes to ensure data accuracy, completeness, consistency, and reliability.
Develop appropriate techniques for data verification, profiling, cleaning, and monitoring techniques to maintain high data quality. Collaborate with data
stewards and divisions to identify data quality issues and drive corrective actions. Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in
data governance and data management. Lead initiatives to adopt new tools and technologies that enhance data governance capabilities. Data compliance,
security, and risk management: Ensure compliance with data privacy laws and regulations (e.g., POPIA) and industry standards. Identify potential data risks
and develop strategies to mitigate them, including data access controls and encryption Collaborate with the IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure data
security protocols are integrated into the data governance framework.
Stakeholder engagement: Train and educate stakeholders on data governance best practices, data ownership, and compliance requirements. Engage internal
and external stakeholders on new developments pertaining to data governance, compliance, security and risk management and their impact on
the management of data in the National Treasury. Represent National Treasury on inter-governmental and other external forums and committees related to
data governance. Establish relationships with key government departments, research and international organisations to advance data governance
functions.
ENQUIRIES : enquiries only (No applications): Recruitment.Enquries@treasury.gov.za
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