NATIONAL TREASURY 

 

The National Treasury is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from persons living with disabilities. It is the department’s intention to promote representivity through filling these posts in line with the department’s approved Employment Equity Plan. Our buildings are accessible to persons living with disabilities. 

 

APPLICATIONS : To apply visit: https://erecruitment.treasury.gov.za/eRecruitment

 

CLOSING DATE : 30 June 2026 at 12:00 pm (Midday)


 

 

 

NOTE : Effective from 7 April 2021, the National Treasury now utilises an e-Recruitment System which means all applicants must login/register to apply for positions, we only accept hand delivered/posted applications should an applicant prove that he/she tried to apply via e-Recruitment with no success and the National Treasury ICT unit was unable to assist. The applicant’s profile on the e-Recruitment is equivalent to the newly approved Z83, and it is the responsibility of applicants to ensure their profiles are fully completed or their applications will not be considered, as per the DPSA Practice Note. Certain documentation will still be required to be uploaded on the system such as copies of all qualifications including National Senior Certificate/Matric certificate, ID, etc., however these documents need not be certified at point of application, however certification will be required prior to attending the interview. Please note: All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. It should be noted that the National Treasury does not support the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in any of its recruitment and selection processes and will disqualify an application if it picks up the use of AI when completing assessments without acknowledging the source of information. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry 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 appointment, is a requirement for all SMS positions. For SMS positions certain candidates may be required to undergo additional Psychometric Assessments. All qualifications, criminal and SA citizenship checks will be conducted on all short-listed candidates and, where applicable, additional checks will be conducted in line with the new DPSA Directive effective 01 April 2024. By submitting your application, it also means you consent to the National Treasury processing your information for Human Resources Management purposes. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have all their foreign qualifications (this includes O and A level certificates) evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), at your own expense. Upon appointment, successful candidates will be required to sign a Performance Agreement within 3 months from date of appointment and for candidates whose appointment exceeds 12 calendar months will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) calendar months excluding leave taken as prescribed by Public Service Regulation 68. The status of your application will be visible on the e-Recruitment system. However, if you have not received feedback from the National Treasury within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. Note: The National Treasury reserves the right not to fill the below-mentioned posts, withdraw or to put on hold a position and/or to re-advertise a post. All queries must be submitted via email addressed to the Human Resources Recruitment Support Team on Recruitment.Enquiries@treasury.gov.za. The National Treasury is compliant with the requirements of POPIA. 


 

ERRATUM: Kindly note that the following post of Data Analyst: Administrative Data and Research with Ref No: S070/2026 was erroneously placed with a requirement of minimum of 2 years’ experience obtained in an economic, data analysis and research environment in Public Service Vacancy Circular 19 dated 05 June 2026, the correct requirement is minimum of 3 years’ experience obtained in an economic, data analysis and research environment. The closing date has been extended to 29 June 2026 at 12:00 pm (Midday). 

 

 

 

 

 


OTHER POSTS

 

 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: NATIONAL GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTS REF NO: S072/2026 

Division: Budget Office (BO) 

Purpose: To provide accurate and reliable financial data related to the national sphere of government for the analysis, policy formulation and reporting in compliance with legislation, and local and international reporting standards, as well as to provide advice to national departments on reporting standards. 

SALARY : R1 101 468 per annum, (Incl. benefits) 

CENTRE : Pretoria 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 is required with a minimum of Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to NQF Level 7) in Accounting or Public Finance or Economics or Business Economics or Management. A Minimum 4 years’ experience is required of which 2 years should be at an Assistant Director level or equivalent obtained in the budgeting process. Knowledge of utilising the economic reporting format, and the International Monetary Funds’ Government Finance Statistics system of classification. Knowledge of utilising the Microsoft Suite of products, with emphasis on Excel spreadsheets. 

 

DUTIES : Develop national departments’ financial outcome data sets as well as reporting on departmental receipts: Administer the compilation of a database of annual financial statement actual expenditure and receipts in line with accounting and economic standards. Verify the data and prepare the relevant summaries. Consolidate the preliminary receipts and outcome numbers for national departments at year-end. Attend the monthly Section 32 meetings and discuss any inconsistencies with the Office of the Accountant-General to ensure correctness of data to be published. National department datasets and tables for MTBPS, AENE, ENE and Budget Review: Compile datasets and tables required for MTBPS, AENE, ENE and Budget Review. Compile a Departmental receipts summary table for MTBPS and ENE. Develop and update ENE checklist and analysis tool to verify the technical accuracy of the Budget database. Prepare ENE summary tables. Reconcile national departments’ history data published by Statistics SA and SARB with the numbers published in the Budget Review. Government statistics of all national departments for inclusion in the budget publications: Do a trend analysis for the MTBPS and Budget Review. Assist with the verification of the MTBPS and Budget Review chapters in the week before publication. Analyse Budget databases and inform budget analysts of inconsistencies. Arrange and attend weekly ENE Data Central Team meetings and provide inputs. Reconcile all function shifts between departments. Provide datasets for various cross cutting reporting and planning projects. 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: TERTIARY SECTOR REF NO: S068/2026 

Division: Economic Policy and International Cooperation (EPIC) 

Purpose: To monitor, evaluate and provide advice on economic developments in the tertiary sector, pertaining to provision of services to transport, finance, tourism, etc. in the analysis of socio-economic impacts on industrial policy proposals in conjunction with stakeholders in government. 

SALARY : R1 101 468 per annum, (Incl. benefits) 

CENTRE : Pretoria 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum National Diploma (equivalent to NQF level 6) in Economics or Econometrics. An NQF level 7 to 10 will be an added advantage. A minimum 4 years’ experience of which 2 years’ should be on an Assistant Director level or equivalent obtained in an economic policy analysis environment. Knowledge and experience of applied microeconomics. Knowledge and experience of the latest trends on research tools. Knowledge and experience in the dissemination and interpretation of economic policy outcomes. 

 

DUTIES : Analysis of Research Findings: Compile impact reports on sector developments in the tertiary sector and identifying through research implications for the economy. Research and analyse factors that drive growth in the tertiary sector for enhancement and engagement with stakeholders. Initiate research and provide an in-depth analysis on the socio-economic impact of industrial policy proposals for consultation prior to implementation, thereof. Compile draft speaking notes and speeches based on research conducted in developments on current affairs in the tertiary sector. Develop databases of micro-economic and macro-economic indicators to assist in the estimation and projection of future costs and benefits within the sector. Provision of Policy Advice and Guidance: Provide inputs to draft briefing notes and memos on real economy and industrial policy issues for consideration by DG and Minister of Finance. Provide inputs into policy discussions and documents for consultation with stakeholders. Provide inputs on real economic and industrial policy matters developed in conjunction with other stakeholders and represent National Treasury on stakeholder fora. Analysis, Benchmarking and Research: Perform research and provide assistance with factors influencing growth in the tertiary environment. Analyse research results on economic developments and initiating benchmarking exercises in line with international institutional best practices and trends. Perform market analysis on the feasibility of the provision of services pertaining to transport, finance, and other stakeholders. Engage stakeholders within the tertiary sectors on policies which influence the economy. Project Management Support: Provide inputs to project plans and coordinate projects on the financial feasibility impact of the tertiary sectors. Develop measures on the safekeeping of information pertaining to expenditure commitments and monitoring trends within the tertiary sectors. 

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: COMMITTEE SUPPORT REF NO: S076/2026 

Division: Office of The Director-General (ODG) 

Purpose: To coordinate effective communication, administrative support and seamless management of organisational tasks related to management meetings within the Office of the Director-General. 

SALARY : R932 292 per annum, (Incl. benefits) 

CENTRE : Pretoria 

 

REQUIREMENTS : A Grade 12 is required with a minimum National Diploma (equivalent to NQF Level 06) in Public Administration or Business Management. A Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to NQF Level 7) will be an added advantage. A minimum of 4 years’ experience of which 2 years should be on an Assistant Director level or equivalent obtained in the management and administration of an executive office. Knowledge and experience of the broader Public Service Policy Framework pertaining to finance and human resource related practices. In-depth knowledge and experience of the operational set-up of an executive office. Knowledge and experience of policy analysis and interpretation. 

 

DUTIES : Strategic Administrative Coordination: Management of the committees’ schedules, organisation of meetings, compiling and assembling of documentation for the meetings, and maintaining accurate records. Facilitating effective communication channels. Assist with proof reading and quality control of documents submitted for documentation submitted for presentation at committee meetings. Coordination and oversight of committee decisions to ensure that organisational goals are met. Provide research if required related to matters addressed to assist with recommendations for further actions. Budget Coordination: Assist budget manager with the collation of budgetary documents for processing in conjunction with stakeholders to determine the required funding for the MTEF cycle. Provide inputs to expenditure commitments and advice on possible under or overspending. Facilitate the electronic maintenance and procurement. Legislation, Policies and Prescripts: Apply the correct prescripts and other legislation in compliance with prescribed policies and procedures. Initiate the implementation of cost containment measures in compliance with directives and prescripts. Keep abreast of changes to procedures, policies and processes. Stakeholder Engagement and Projects: Coordinate projects in conjunction internal stakeholders involved in the planning, development and implementation. 

 

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