CHIEF DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND EVALUATION is a South African government vacancy at Department of Land Reform and Rural Development (DLRRD). This job is part of Circular 26 of 2026 from the DPSA. centre: Gauteng (Pretoria) | closing date: 07 August 2026. Use this page to review the requirements, duties, application instructions and official source links before applying.
Job details
Directorate
Monitoring And Evaluation
Salary
R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services (SMS).
Centre
Gauteng (Pretoria)
Requirements
- Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Development Studies / Social Sciences / Public Administration (NQF Level 7) or related equivalent qualification and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in monitoring and evaluation.
- Experience in monitoring for verification of the projects.
- Experience in integrated planning for multisector engagement for improved rural development outcomes.
- A valid driver’s licence.
- Job related knowledge: Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation frameworks including the Government wide monitoring and evaluation system.
- Knowledge of the legislation that is applicable to the Department and the sector.
- Job related skills: Interpersonal relations and presentation.
- Communication (verbal and written).
- Negotiation and advocacy.
- Interpretation ability.
- Project management.
- Strategic capacity and leadership ability.
- Computer literacy.
- Diplomatic.
- Report writing ability.
- Ability to conduct investigation.
Duties
- Oversee the development and maintenance of an integrated monitoring and evaluation system.
- Develop / review the Department’s framework for monitoring and evaluating the performance of the Department and relevant State-Owned Entities (SOEs) the framework may include policy, strategy, processes, tools etc.
- Oversee the development/review of the Department’s systems for managing data and information as well as reporting.
- Oversee the development of a framework for assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of the monitoring and evaluation system.
- Oversee the conducting of periodic assessments to determine the effectiveness and efficiency of the monitoring and evaluation system.
- Oversee the development/review of the Department’s systems for managing data and information as well as reporting.
- Monitor and report on the performance of the Department in line with strategic plans, annual performance plans and operational plans.
- Drive operational excellence and governance of the Department.
- Develop and maintain performance monitoring tools and frameworks.
- Coordinate and compile institutional performance and strategic reports.
- Compile and consolidate inputs into the departmental annual report.
- Conduct evaluation assessments related to the programmes of the Department.
- Develop and maintain evaluation frameworks.
- Perform evaluation of strategic projects and programmes according to the departmental evaluation plan.
- Analyse and interpret evaluation data.
- Facilitate development of sectoral evaluation plan.
- Manage monitoring and evaluation functions and provide technical support to public entities.
- Oversee the processes of monitoring and reporting between DLRRD and public entities.
- Facilitate and coordinate capacity building on monitoring and evaluation matters.
- Facilitate the development and support implementation of monitoring and evaluation frameworks and guidelines for public entities.
- Facilitate and coordinate planning, monitoring and evaluation working groups.
- Provide strategic guidance and support on the development and review of performance indicators.
- Facilitate and coordinate monitoring of strategic projects performance and results.
- Create capacity to monitor and evaluate performance.
- Facilitate the provision of training with regards to monitoring and evaluation.
- Formulate and manage strategic partnerships to enhance the capacity of the Department to monitor and evaluate its performance.
- Establish and lead forums / structures aimed at enhancing monitoring and evaluation practises within the Department.
- Participate in national, regional and international forums and structures aimed at enhancing monitoring and evaluation practices.
Enquiries
Mr. P.J Van Niekerk Tel No: (012) 312 9550
Applications
Where to send your application.
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van Der Walt Street) Berea Park, Pretoria, 0001 or by email to Post179@dlrrd.gov.za
Department Notes
To apply, submit a completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae (PDF document to a maximum of 10 megabytes) via e-mail or hand delivery. The Department will not be held responsible for server delays. Late applications due to technical issues will not be considered. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Preentry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Appointment is subject to successful completion of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate to SMS and submission of proof. Shortlisted applicants for the advertised vacancies will undergo two pre-entry assessments: a practical assessment and an integrity assessment, both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a 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. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. Do not submit duplicate applications. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. Applications submitted via email will be acknowledged via an automated response. Applications received manually will not be acknowledged due to high volumes of applications received. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and readvertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DLRRD is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applications must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. ERRATUM: The position of Deputy Director: Strategic Land Acquisition ref 3/1/1/1/2026/150 for the Directorate: Strategic Land Acquisition: Limpopo (Polokwane) that was advertised in Public Service Vacancy Circular 24 dated 10 July 2026 has reference. The position has been withdrawn. The Department apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Notes
EE Targets: Coloured and White Males and African, Coloured and Indian Females and Persons with disabilities. OTHER POSTS
Z83 form: Government job applications usually require the Z83 application form. Download the Z83 application form before applying.
Original Text
Directorate: Monitoring And Evaluation
SALARY : R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be
structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services
(SMS).
CENTRE : Gauteng (Pretoria)
REQUIREMENTS : Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Development
Studies / Social Sciences / Public Administration (NQF Level 7) or related equivalent qualification and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the
SMS) submitted prior to appointment. Minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in monitoring and evaluation. Experience in monitoring for
verification of the projects. Experience in integrated planning for multisector engagement for improved rural development outcomes. A valid driver’s licence.
Job related knowledge: Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation frameworks including the Government wide monitoring and evaluation system. Knowledge
of the legislation that is applicable to the Department and the sector. Job related skills: Interpersonal relations and presentation. Communication (verbal
and written). Negotiation and advocacy. Interpretation ability. Project management. Strategic capacity and leadership ability. Computer literacy.
Diplomatic. Report writing ability. Ability to conduct investigation.
DUTIES : Oversee the development and maintenance of an integrated monitoring and evaluation system. Develop / review the Department’s framework for
monitoring and evaluating the performance of the Department and relevant
State-Owned Entities (SOEs) the framework may include policy, strategy, processes, tools etc. Oversee the development/review of the Department’s
systems for managing data and information as well as reporting. Oversee the development of a framework for assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of
the monitoring and evaluation system. Oversee the conducting of periodic assessments to determine the effectiveness and efficiency of the monitoring
and evaluation system. Oversee the development/review of the Department’s systems for managing data and information as well as reporting. Monitor and
report on the performance of the Department in line with strategic plans, annual performance plans and operational plans. Drive operational excellence and
governance of the Department. Develop and maintain performance monitoring tools and frameworks. Coordinate and compile institutional performance and
strategic reports. Compile and consolidate inputs into the departmental annual report. Conduct evaluation assessments related to the programmes of the
Department. Develop and maintain evaluation frameworks. Perform evaluation of strategic projects and programmes according to the departmental evaluation
plan. Analyse and interpret evaluation data. Facilitate development of sectoral evaluation plan. Manage monitoring and evaluation functions and provide
technical support to public entities. Oversee the processes of monitoring and reporting between DLRRD and public entities. Facilitate and coordinate
capacity building on monitoring and evaluation matters. Facilitate the development and support implementation of monitoring and evaluation
frameworks and guidelines for public entities. Facilitate and coordinate planning, monitoring and evaluation working groups. Provide strategic
guidance and support on the development and review of performance indicators. Facilitate and coordinate monitoring of strategic projects
performance and results. Create capacity to monitor and evaluate performance. Facilitate the provision of training with regards to monitoring and
evaluation. Formulate and manage strategic partnerships to enhance the capacity of the Department to monitor and evaluate its performance. Establish
and lead forums / structures aimed at enhancing monitoring and evaluation practises within the Department. Participate in national, regional and
international forums and structures aimed at enhancing monitoring and evaluation practices.
ENQUIRIES : Mr. P.J Van Niekerk Tel No: (012) 312 9550
APPLICATIONS : Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: 600 Lilian Ngoyi Street (formerly known as Van Der Walt Street) Berea Park,
Pretoria, 0001 or by email to Post179@dlrrd.gov.za
NOTE : EE Targets: Coloured and White Males and African, Coloured and Indian
Females and Persons with disabilities.
OTHER POSTS
Official source
This vacancy was imported from DPSA Circular 26 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.