ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND EVALUATION is a South African government vacancy at North West Department of Public Works and Roads. This job is part of Circular 20 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Head Office – Mahikeng | closing date: 29 June 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Applications
Where to send your application.
e-mail to: DPWRHORecruit6@nwpg.gov.za
Salary
R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
Requirements
- Qualifications: National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration / Public Management / Monitoring and Evaluation.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Experience: 3 years' relevant experience in performance monitoring, reporting or programme performance management of which 2 years must be at supervisory level.
- Experience in coordinating quarterly and annual reporting processes and conducting data quality assessments (verification) will be an added advantage.
- Knowledge: Knowledge of the monitoring and evaluation framework and processes within the public service.
- Government Wide Monitoring and Evaluation System (GWMES).
- Knowledge of revised Framework for Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans.
- Framework for Managing Programme Performance Information (FMPPI).
- Public Sector Reporting Frameworks.
- Understanding of performance information concepts such as indicator development, target setting, baselines, measurement tools, data sources, and verification methods.
- Knowledge of performance planning and reporting cycles: APP, Operational Plans, and Quarterly Performance Reports (QPR), Annual Reports, and oversight reporting.
- Knowledge of relevant legislative and policy frameworks including the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA and Treasury Regulations.
- Understanding of budgeting processes and alignment between budgets, operational plans, and performance targets.
- Skills: Competence in data analysis, problem-solving, and verification of performance information.
- Strong communication skills (written and verbal), ability to work collaboratively, interpersonal relations, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and performance information tracking systems.
Duties
- Facilitate, coordinate, and oversee the departmental monitoring and reporting processes by ensuring compliance with DPME and Provincial Treasury guidelines.
- Coordinate the consolidation, quality assurance, and verification of Quarterly Performance Reports (QPRs) from all departmental programmes.
- Provide inputs in respect of the development, review, and alignment of Annual Performance Plan (APP) indicators, targets, and Technical Indicator Descriptions (TIDs).
- Provide technical support to business units on performance information management, data collection tools, and indicator measurement methodologies.
- Conduct data quality assessments, verification of portfolio of evidence, and compliance reviews in time with the FMPPI.
- Analyse programme performance trends and prepare reports with recommendations for management decision-making.
- Prepare consolidated Mid-year Performance Assessments and support the drafting of the Annual Report performance information section.
- Coordinate departmental submissions to oversight structures (Office of the Premier, Provincial Treasury, EXCO clusters, M&E forums).
- Facilitate capacity-building initiatives on monitoring, reporting, and performance information management.
- Supervise sub-ordinates.
Enquiries
Ms. H. Pretorius Tel No: (018) 388 1366/1254
Notes
On the subject line of your E-mail, indicate the correct name of the post and the reference number also use the correct e-mail. All attachments for online submission must include the Z83 Form and Updated Curriculum Vitae Only be in PDF Format, also as One Document. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Compliance: Compliance: It is compulsory to fill all fields on the New Amended Z83 Form (81/971431) as prescribed with effect 01 January 2021, part of declaration must be signed, dated and initialed only on the first page. The Form is obtainable at any Public Service Departments and DPSA Website, www.dpsa.gov.za. Part A the applicant(s) must indicate the correct advertised Post name, Reference number and Centre. The Z83 Form must be accompanied by a recently updated Curriculum Vitae with full personal details, qualifications current and previous experience must be listed in date’s order, with relevant requirements of the post including three (3) names of contactable referees. Part B, C and D applicant must provide sufficient information relevant to the post applying for. Parts B, C and E fields for date of birth, work permit, business interest and preferred language, current study can be left blank if they don’t apply to you. Part E, F and G may not be fill if your CV already has the updated information. Applicant can skip experience section, but Part F is compulsory to be completed if you are seeking re-employment into the Public Service. Please note: It is a responsibility of a Person in possession of a foreign qualification to furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) only when shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidate(s) for post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview. NB: Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Certificate: No applicant shall be recommended for appointment without producing a Certificate of completion (Nyukela) as a mandatory requirement obtainable via this link: https://www.thensg.gov.za, offered by the National School of Government. Failure to submit the requested information will result not being considered. Applications received after the closing date will, as a rule not be accepted. It will be expected of candidates to be available for interview process on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Applicant(s) previous background/reference checks will be verified through contactable referees. Shortlisted candidate(s) will be required to undergo personnel suitability checks, which include criminal records, citizenship, financial credits, asset records, qualifications verification and vetting. Note: All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS Levels, shall undertake two (2) preentry assessments and one (1) will be a practical exercise including an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment, according to the mandated DPSA directive. The successful candidate will enter into an annual performance agreement. The candidate annually will be requested to disclose his/her financial interest. The Department reserves the right not to make appointment. Applicant requiring additional information regarding advertised post must direct their enquiries to the relevant person indicated. NB: Communication and Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not heard from us within six (6) months after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. OTHER POSTS
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Original Text
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Head Office – Mahikeng
REQUIREMENTS : Qualifications: National Senior Certificate plus a National Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration / Public Management / Monitoring and
Evaluation. A valid driver’s license. Experience: 3 years' relevant experience in performance monitoring, reporting or programme performance management of
which 2 years must be at supervisory level. Experience in coordinating quarterly and annual reporting processes and conducting data quality
assessments (verification) will be an added advantage. Knowledge:
Knowledge of the monitoring and evaluation framework and processes within the public service. Government Wide Monitoring and Evaluation System
(GWMES). Knowledge of revised Framework for Strategic Plans and Annual
Performance Plans. Framework for Managing Programme Performance
Information (FMPPI). Public Sector Reporting Frameworks. Understanding of performance information concepts such as indicator development, target
setting, baselines, measurement tools, data sources, and verification methods.
Knowledge of performance planning and reporting cycles: APP, Operational
Plans, and Quarterly Performance Reports (QPR), Annual Reports, and oversight reporting. Knowledge of relevant legislative and policy frameworks
including the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, PFMA and
Treasury Regulations. Understanding of budgeting processes and alignment between budgets, operational plans, and performance targets. Skills:
Competence in data analysis, problem-solving, and verification of performance information. Strong communication skills (written and verbal), ability to work
collaboratively, interpersonal relations, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and
performance information tracking systems.
DUTIES : Facilitate, coordinate, and oversee the departmental monitoring and reporting processes by ensuring compliance with DPME and Provincial Treasury
guidelines. Coordinate the consolidation, quality assurance, and verification of
Quarterly Performance Reports (QPRs) from all departmental programmes.
Provide inputs in respect of the development, review, and alignment of Annual
Performance Plan (APP) indicators, targets, and Technical Indicator
Descriptions (TIDs). Provide technical support to business units on performance information management, data collection tools, and indicator
measurement methodologies. Conduct data quality assessments, verification of portfolio of evidence, and compliance reviews in time with the FMPPI.
Analyse programme performance trends and prepare reports with recommendations for management decision-making. Prepare consolidated
Mid-year Performance Assessments and support the drafting of the Annual
Report performance information section. Coordinate departmental submissions to oversight structures (Office of the Premier, Provincial Treasury,
EXCO clusters, M&E forums). Facilitate capacity-building initiatives on monitoring, reporting, and performance information management. Supervise
sub-ordinates.
ENQUIRIES : Ms. H. Pretorius Tel No: (018) 388 1366/1254
APPLICATIONS : e-mail to: DPWRHORecruit6@nwpg.gov.za
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 20 of 2026 for reference.
Disclaimer: This vacancy was imported from the official DPSA circular PDF. Please confirm the reference number, closing date, and application instructions in the original circular before applying. View the official DPSA vacancy circulars.



