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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROGRAMME MONITORING (REF NO

DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Salary band

R 605 742

Closing date

13 July 2026

Reference

NSF17/07/2026

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About this role

Department

DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION

Directorate

Programme Monitoring

Location

Pretoria

Salary

R605 742 per annum (Level 10)

Requirements

An appropriate bachelor’s degree/ national diploma (NǪF Level 6) in Public Administration/Management/ Business Management/ Monitoring and Evaluation/ Project Management/Finance A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ work experience at a supervisory level in project management environment. Knowledge and experience in assisting with the management of projects, portfolios of projects and/or programmes in the private or public sector. This junior management position in a core functional area requires a dynamic individual with leadership and people management capabilities. The candidate must be a strong communicator with the

Duties

Monitor the implementation of projects in the national and facilitate the orientation and training of project service providers at the learner site level. Implement the monitoring and evaluation log frame within a portfolio of learner sites and monitor performance against it. Verify the accuracy and validity of performance reports from each learner site. Monitor the status of outputs from learner sites. Monitor learner site facilities and administration to ensure that training by service provider meets the requirements of the Service Level Agreement. Conduct site visits at a portfolio of learner sites. Escalate risks to the Deputy Director: Programme Monitoring. Manage invoicing and financial reporting for a portfolio of learner sites. Liaise with project payment officers on invoices and financial requests. Attend to all the projects audit matters. Escalate the issue to Deputy Director: Programme Monitoring and other relevant stakeholders. Conduct due diligence regarding all project’s activities including, but not limited to new projects, complete change

Enquiries

Mr D Moyane Tel No: (012) 943 3105 / Ms C Els (012) 943 3250 / Ms B Setuki (012) 943 3161

Closing Date

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About the hiring department

This vacancy is within DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

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Requirements

·An appropriate bachelor’s degree/ national diploma (NǪF Level 6) in Public Administration/Management/ Business Management/ Monitoring and Evaluation/ Project Management/Finance A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years’ work experience at a supervisory level in project management environment
·Knowledge and experience in assisting with the management of projects, portfolios of projects and/or programmes in the private or public sector
·This junior management position in a core functional area requires a dynamic individual with leadership and people management capabilities
·The candidate must be a strong communicator with the

Key Duties

·Monitor the implementation of projects in the national and facilitate the orientation and training of project service providers at the learner site level
·Implement the monitoring and evaluation log frame within a portfolio of learner sites and monitor performance against it
·Verify the accuracy and validity of performance reports from each learner site
·Monitor the status of outputs from learner sites
·Monitor learner site facilities and administration to ensure that training by service provider meets the requirements of the Service Level Agreement
·Conduct site visits at a portfolio of learner sites
·Escalate risks to the Deputy Director: Programme Monitoring
·Manage invoicing and financial reporting for a portfolio of learner sites
·Liaise with project payment officers on invoices and financial requests
·Attend to all the projects audit matters

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sasrecruit44@nda.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROGRAMME MONITORING (REF NO position at DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION?+

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What is the salary for the ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: PROGRAMME MONITORING (REF NO position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 605 742. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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