New 2026 Government Jobs: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND EVALUATION
| Job Title | New 2026 Government Jobs: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND EVALUATION |
| Company | DPSA Government |
| Job Reference | 2026/240 |
| Category | Government |
| Location | Pretoria, ZA |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-14T22:02 |
| Closing Date | 2026-07-03T00:01 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 728147 - 932292 per year |
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: MONITORING AND EVALUATION - Job Description
Introduction
The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The intention is to promote representatively in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and with persons whose appointment will promote representatively, will receive preference. An indication by candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. If no suitable candidates from the unrepresented groups can be recruited, candidates from the represented groups will be considered. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Manage the development the monitoring policies and tools: Conduct research
and keep updated on the latest trends. Develop and review monitoring policies.
Develop and review monitoring reporting templates. Ensure that reporting
systems have structured monitoring and evaluation reporting framework,
outlining indicators and tools. Contribute towards the continual review and
improvement of monitoring systems and framework. Oversee the
implementation of the departmental monitoring and reporting tools: Support
data monitoring and reporting initiatives within the department. Manage the
implementation of monitoring and evaluation system. Facilitate training of
departmental business units and users. Manage the implementation of
recommendations from monitoring reports. Manage the administration of
sector coordination and management on performance information through
NAPROV. Manage reporting training of performance management to the and
convention of bilateral meetings with departmental business units and users.
Monitor implementation of service standards and SDIPs. Monitor the
implementation of EXCO and Cabinet Decisions. Train and engage Provinces
through National and Provincial Planning Monitoring and Evaluation Forum.
Ensure that all branches submit quarterly performance reports. Ensure that
Provinces submit the Standardised Sector Indicators. Ensure provision of
support services within Policy Research, Strategy, M & E branch: Participate
in the unit’s management forums and ad hoc committees as per senior
management directive. Facilitate and present regular progress reports in line
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with the structured reporting system – monthly quarterly/ mid-year and end
year reporting. Facilitate workshops and other related engagements with
business units in relation to monitoring and evaluation of the reporting system.
Provide support in Monitoring & Evaluation of budgetary alignment to
program/project development: Analysis of TMC and other relevant reports.
Verification of information against data sources [BAS, WCS, PMIS etc].
Alignment of findings to strategic and operational plans. Report quarterly, bi
annually and annually. Review and report on the budgetary finances of the unit.
Manage the Directorate: Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls
and reporting systems to meet performance expectations; Develop and
manage the operational plan of the Directorate and report on progress as
required; Manage performance and development of employees; Establish,
implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements;
Compile and submit all required administrative reports; Quality control of work
delivered by employees; Monitor the budget and expenditures for the
Directorate.
Required Qualifications
A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06) / National
Diploma in Social Sciences/ Auditing/ Public Administration/ Statistics or
related field. Relevant years’ experience should be at the Junior Management
level (ASD equivalent Level) related to research, monitoring and evaluation
and data analysis. Knowledge: Knowledge on Monitoring and evaluation
processes; Research methodologies; Knowledge on governmental guidelines;
Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); Policy Framework for the
Government-wide Monitoring and Evaluation System; South African Statistical
Quality Assessment Framework; National Evaluation Policy Framework
(NEPF); Policy imperatives; Strategic Planning Guidelines; Administration of
Service Level agreements; Procurement processes. Skills: Computer literacy;
Effective communication (verbal and written); Planning and organisation;
Relationship management; Programme and project management;
Interpersonal and diplomacy skills; Analytical thinking; Problem solving skills;
Decision making skills; Motivational skills; Negotiation skills; Conflict
management; Presentation skills. Personal Attributes: Tenacity; Dedication;
Honesty; Exceptional level of integrity; Innovation; Adaptability; Creative;
Solution orientated – ability to design ideas without direction; Ability to work
under stressful situations; Ability to communicate at all levels; People
orientated; Hard-working; Highly motivated.
How to Apply
For Head Office: Email to: Recruitment26-51@dpw.gov.za