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DEPUTY DIRECTOR-GENERAL: BUDGET OFFICE

National Treasury

Salary band

R 2 124 237

Closing date

31 August 2026

Reference

S086/2026

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About this role

Department

National Treasury

Location

Pretoria

Salary

R1 885 710 – R2 124 237 per annum, (Incl. benefits)

Requirements

A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum post graduate qualification at NQF level 8 in Finance or Economics. A Master’s degree is an added advantage, A minimum of 8 years’ experience is required at a senior managerial level obtained in public finance, economics, budgeting or fiscal management, Knowledge and experience of donor funding principles and related. A practical demonstration of skills and knowledge will be required, Knowledge of strategic management, policy analysis and development, Knowledge and experience of publications of budget documents and the editing process, Knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations and the SOC’s policy framework, Ability to gather and analyse information for policy development and application of policies, Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of an appointment.

Duties

Budget Process and Budget Reform Programme: Manage the national budget process. Coordinate the Ministers’ Committee on the Budget process. Provide strategic advice on a range of issues relating to the budget, fiscal policy, infrastructure delivery and budget reform. Public Finance Statistics: Produce the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement and Budget review. Produce the Estimates of National Expenditure and appropriate legislation. Coordinate the process of advising the Minister on the Budget Speech, Present public finance statistics according to function and economic classification. Fiscal and Budget Framework: Align the division of revenue between national, provincial and local government with the budget framework and medium-term expenditure priorities. Ensure a budget framework consistent with government’s fiscal policy guidelines and public expenditure priorities. Infrastructure Regulation and Assessment: Oversee Public Private Partnership (PPP) Infrastructure procurement in compliance with PFMA and MFMA regulations and guidelines. Oversee compliance with the capital projects approval and evaluation framework. Official Development Assistance (ODA): Align ODA funding decisions with the budget process. Support departments and donors to facilitate international development cooperation agreements. Public Sector Remuneration Analysis and Forecasting: Improve stakeholder understanding of the implications of changes in remuneration policy and wage settlements on public sector wage bill. Communicate policy analysis and forecasting results. Generate accurate and timeous insight into changes in government compensation and its trends.

Enquiries

enquiries only (No applications): Recruitment.Enquries@treasury.gov.za 118

Closing Date

2026-08-31T12:00:00+02:00

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About the hiring department

This vacancy is within National Treasury. 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

·A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum post graduate qualification at NQF level 8 in Finance or Economics
·A Master’s degree is an added advantage, A minimum of 8 years’ experience is required at a senior managerial level obtained in public finance, economics, budgeting or fiscal management, Knowledge and experience of donor funding principles and related
·A practical demonstration of skills and knowledge will be required
·Knowledge of strategic management
·policy analysis and development
·Knowledge and experience of publications of budget documents and the editing process
·Knowledge of the PFMA
·Treasury Regulations and the SOC’s policy framework
·Ability to gather and analyse information for policy development and application of policies
·Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government available as an online course on https://www

Key Duties

·Budget Process and Budget Reform Programme: Manage the national budget process
·Coordinate the Ministers’ Committee on the Budget process
·Provide strategic advice on a range of issues relating to the budget, fiscal policy, infrastructure delivery and budget reform
·Public Finance Statistics: Produce the Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement and Budget review
·Produce the Estimates of National Expenditure and appropriate legislation
·Coordinate the process of advising the Minister on the Budget Speech, Present public finance statistics according to function and economic classification
·Fiscal and Budget Framework: Align the division of revenue between national, provincial and local government with the budget framework and medium-term expenditure priorities
·Ensure a budget framework consistent with government’s fiscal policy guidelines and public expenditure priorities
·Infrastructure Regulation and Assessment: Oversee Public Private Partnership (PPP) Infrastructure procurement in compliance with PFMA and MFMA regulations and guidelines
·Oversee compliance with the capital projects approval and evaluation framework

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✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
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✓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 sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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The advertised salary band for this post is R 2 124 237. 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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