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    Circular Post No: 20/280
    Job Ref Number: H/O 17/2026
    Province: North West
    Centre: Head Office – Mahikeng
    Closing Date: 29 June 2026
    Salary: R487 197 per annum (Level 09)

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    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
    POST 20/280 : ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND EVALUATION REF NO: H/O 17/2026 (X1 POST)
    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

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