SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS) VACANCIES

 
 
SENIOR VIP TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Position Reports to:     Ops Manager: VIP Support (ETS)            
Division: Strategy Enab & Modernisation
Location: Head Office - Brooklyn
Advert Closing Date: 20 March 2026
 
About the Position
SARS is looking for enthusiastic professionals, with energy, who are results driven and have can-do attitude, who want to be part of a team of likeminded individuals who are delivering solutions in an innovative and exciting agile environment. This position requires a self-motivated professional that has a wide range of technical experience, ability to communicate effectively with EXCO members in a Large Business IT environment. The role requires flexibility and adaptability to work independently and be an integral part of a team.
 
Job Purpose
To provide In-house specialised technical support to the SARS executives and their support staff, including daily on-site technical support (SARS Office) and at external sites where SARS executives are in workshops. To facilitate the interaction between various SARS technical teams and technical service providers to find solutions for problems being experienced by the executives and support staff.
 
Education and Experience
 
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required 
National Diploma / Advanced Certificate (NQF 6) in Information Technology and 3 - 4 years’ experience in an IT Support environment, of which 3 years are spent in a Sensitive User support area.
ALTERNATIVE #
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND related IT experience of 6 years’ experience in an IT Support environment of which 3 years are spent in a Sensitive User support area.
 
Minimum Functional Requirements

• Advanced skills and experience to manage the conference IT Facilities
• ITIL Certification
• Microsoft Office Certification

 
Additional Technical Competencies

• GOC Confidential - (a) sensitive information, the unlawful disclosure of which may be harmful to the security or national interest of the Republic or could prejudice the Republic in its international relations;(b) commercial information, the disclosure of which may cause financial loss to an entity or may prejudice an entity in its relations with its clients, competitors, contractors and suppliers. E.g. Taxpayer information
• User Support (IT) Proficient in - (Applied theory). Break down objects or ideas into simpler parts and find evidence to support generalisations.
• Compile component ideas into a new whole or proposed alternative solution.
• Can perform the actions associated with the skill without assistance and is recognised within own organisation as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding this skill.
• Ability to focus on broad issues.
• Capable of coaching others.
• Participate in senior level discussions regarding this competency.
• Consistently providing ideas and perspectives on process or practice improvements.
• Assist in the development of reference and resource materials in this competency.

 
Job Outputs:
 
Process

• Accumulate information and provide reports with recommendations applicable to area of specialisation. 
• Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks. 
• Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation. 
• Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs. 
• Effectively plan and schedule own activities to continuously improve quality and service delivery in area of specialisation. 
• Execute process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change. 
• Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation. 
• Use practical and applied knowledge and situational judgement to arrive at decisions. 
• Conduct high level troubleshooting.
• Provide excellent and professional technical IT support and advise on hardware and peripherals with different technologies.
• Resolve/arrange and escalate all hardware and software problems.
• Provide Microsoft Office and SAP support for both Apple and Windows machines.
• Provide boardroom IT Support (VC connections, tele-con connections, presentation setups, Hardware problem resolving on Projectors, VGA connections and telecom unit problems) and to assist when needed with recordings done at boardrooms.
• Conduct computer setup and installation, including liaising with Procurement for ordering of equipment.
• Process 3G applications, submit 3G applications to Service providers and setup of 3G devices for clients.
• Assist with after hour support, e.g. unlocking accounts, international roaming activations, accessing outlook as well as remote access setup and support and reset\unlock Cisco pin codes.

 
Governance

• Comply to set governance and compliance procedures and processes related to an area of specialisation and continuously identify and escalate risks. 

 
People

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives. 

 
Finance

• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs. 

 
Client 

• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service. 
• Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations. 

 
Behavioural competencies

• Accountability
• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Commitment to Continuous Learning 
• Conceptual Ability
• Expertise in Context
• Fairness and Transparency
• Honesty and Integrity
• Organisational Awareness
• Respect
• Trust

 
Technical competencies

• Business Administration Skills
• Business Knowledge
• Computer Literacy
• Customer Relationship Management
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Efficiency improvement
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• IT Knowledge
• IT Support
• Reporting
• SARS System Products
• System Thinking
• Technical Expertise
• Trouble Shooting Ability
• Verbal Communication

 
Compliance Competency

• GOC Confidential

 
 
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.
 
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COORDINATOR: PROJECTS
Position Reports to: Portfolio Manager 
Division: Strategy Enablement and Modernisation: EPMO
Location: Head Office Pretoria
Advert Closing Date: 20 March 2026
 
About the Position
An exciting position is open in the Strategy Enablement and Modernisation division at the South African Revenue Service’s Enterprise Project Management Office. The role supports Project Managers with administrative tasks across enterprise-wide and software development projects.
The successful applicant will participate in the daily execution of assigned projects and provide support to project managers by supervising administrative functions, maintaining comprehensive project records, coordinating action items, preparing reports, communicating effectively with stakeholders, facilitating meetings and workshops, and ensuring that deliverables are met according to established baseline plans.
 
Job Purpose
This role supports Senior Project Managers and Portfolio Managers by executing tasks in line with project plans. Key duties include organizing and maintaining project documents, managing administrative communications, and applying PFMA procedures to project budgets and spending—all intended to ensure customer expectations are met. Additionally, the role requires adherence to Treasury Regulations as well as compliance with relevant software development life cycle policies to ensure all financial and legal obligations within projects are properly managed.
 
Education and Experience
 
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
National Diploma or Advanced Certificate (NQF 6) AND 2 - 3 years’ experience in Management, Administration, or Project Management, of which 1 - 2 years should be at the knowledge worker level.
ALTERNATIVE #
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 5 years’ experience in Management, Administration, or Project Management, of which 1 - 2 years should be at the knowledge worker level.
 
Job Outputs:
 
Process

• Ensure correspondence and information received from external and internal sources is verified and receive the necessary attention.
• Monitor and report on progress, relevant issues and risks impacting deliverables and take corrective action where necessary.
• Coordinate implementation of plans and initiatives in area of accountability.
• Prepare records of project activities and ensure the timely processing and delivery of required materials.
• Apply the PMO methodologies for projects ensuring that inputs and deliverables are timeous and up to specified standards.
• Develop a short-term delivery plan, and plan unit's activities to ensure that agreed standards and objectives are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal and external stakeholders that promote integrated service delivery.
• Coordinate and assist with the implementation of the project, ensuring delivery of all documentation within the scope of the project.
• Assist with detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Ensure that all project information is correctly saved on the electronic project management repository according to Project Management Methodology.
• Execute process and procedural change, implement the change, and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
• Use practical and applied knowledge and situational judgement to consider policy implications and to arrive at decisions / conclusions.
• Correctly apply applicable legislation, including amongst other policies, procedures, and SOPs in the delivery of work outputs.
• Accumulate information and provide reports with recommendations applicable to area of specialisation.
• Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems, and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
• Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
• Effectively plan and schedule own activities to continuously improve quality and service delivery in area of specialisation.
• Ensure that all administrative tasks are performed in strict adherence to the EPMO methodology and relevant policies, maintaining compliance throughout all phases of the project.
• Regularly review processes to confirm alignment with established standards and promptly address any deviations to uphold the integrity of project administration.
• Assist the Project managers with the facilitation of the Finance and Procurement processes via organisational systems
• Deliver ad hoc support as determined necessary by line management

 
Governance

• Comply to set governance and compliance procedures and processes related to an area of specialisation and continuously identify and escalate risks.

 
People

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.

 
Finance

• Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.

 
Client

• Participate in relevant customer / stakeholder forums.
• Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.

 
Behavioural competencies

• Fairness and Transparency
• Analytical Thinking
• Accountability
• Conceptual Ability
• Honesty and Integrity
• Trust
• Respect
• Honesty and Integrity
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Stakeholder Engagement and Management
• Attention to Detail
• Commitment to Continuous Learning
• Organisational Awareness
• Building Sustainability

 
Technical competencies

• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Reporting
• Business Knowledge
• Efficiency improvement
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Project Administration Skills
• Project Financial Control and Reporting
• Conflict Resolution
• Good coordination

 
Compliance Competency

• GOC Confidential

 
 
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.
 
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​JUNIOR DEVELOPER: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Position Reports to: Senior Specialist: Systems       
Division: Strategy Enab & Modernisation
Location: Head Office - Brooklyn
Advert Closing Date: 20 March 2026
 
About the Position
This is a Junior Developer: Information Technology Position which will fulfil the responsibilities of the Installation and Maintenance of Linux and Kubernetes Systems for the South Africa Revenue Service.
 
Job Purpose
Daily Operations of installation, upgrading and maintaining high uptime of SARS’ core systems which are used daily for SARS Tax Collection.
 
Education and Experience
 
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required 
Relevant Higher Certificate (NQF 5) with 3 years’ experience in a similar environment with a CompTia Linux+ Certification / Redhat/SuSE Certification /RHEL EX200 or Higher.
ALTERNATIVE #
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) with 4 years’ experience in a similar environment with a CompTia Linux + Certification / / Redhat/SuSE Certification /RHEL EX200 or Higher
 
Minimum Functional Requirements

• Familiar with working with Red Hat, Ubuntu and SuSE Linux Systems installed on x86, x86_64, power64 hardware as well as Virtual Machines and BareMetal machines.
• Familiar with working with Docker or Podman Containers, Registories and Kubernetes Environments.

 
Industry Related Qualifications and Experience

•  3+ years’ experience in Administration / Site Reliability Engineering experience which include Data Centre Operations.
• Comptia Linux+ Certification.
• Red Hat Linux or SuSE Linux Certifications.
• Experience on working with OEM Hardware from IBM, HP and Dell.

 
 Additional Technical Competencies

• Day to day Site Reliability Engineering skills related to Linux Server Installations, Migrations, Upgrades, Decommissions and Maintenance. Working with BareMetal Linux Systems and Virtualized Linux Systems. Creating and Maintaining scripts with Bash Shell, Python and Ansible.

 
Job Outputs:
 
Process

• Apply and utilise systems in a manner that contributes to efficient and effective service delivery and optimised quality.
• Apply software changes that adhere to relevant standards and deliver a solution as per technical requirements.
• Communication of transactional outputs and queries in area of work according to policies and quality requirements. 
• Contribute to the successful implementation of change initiatives by providing support in area of work. 
• Deliver on contracted performance objectives and escalate unresolved delivery and quality issues to management and process owners. 
• Draw on own knowledge and experience to identify and develop solutions that leads to improved service delivery and quality. 
• Effectively plan and schedule own activities to continuously improve quality and service delivery in area of work. 
• Report on transactional and process activities within set guidelines to provide timely information for decision making. 

 
Governance

• Ensure that completed work adhere to relevant policies, procedures, governance and legislative requirements and report on deviations and discrepancies.
• Comply to set governance and compliance procedures and processes related to an area of work and continuously identify and escalate risks. 

  
People 

• Drive own performance to achieve work outputs in line with required response time, quality and service delivery standards. 
• Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job. 

 
Finance

• Adhere to specified polices, standards and procedures to prevent wastage on resources and report violations. 

 
Client

• Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service. 
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering a service that is consistent, seamless and error free. 

 
Behavioural competencies

• Accountability
• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Commitment to Continuous Learning 
• Conceptual Ability
• Expertise in Context
• Fairness and Transparency
• Honesty and Integrity
• Organisational Awareness
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Respect
• Trust

 
Technical competencies

• Application Development and Maintenance
• Computer Literacy
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Efficiency improvement
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• IT Applications
• IT Development
• Reporting
• System Thinking

 
Compliance Competency

• GOC Confidential

 
 
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE

​MANAGER: AUDIT (MINING)
Position Reports to: Sector Lead Mining: LBI          
Division: Service & Delivery Large&Inter
Location: Woodmead North Office Park
Advert Closing Date: 27 March 2026
 
About the Position
In an ever-changing environment, we have built a responsive and agile organisation to give effect to our strategic intent of achieving voluntary compliance. We invite you to be part of the special team that contributes to the collection of revenue, protect the economy and people of South Africa. We believe that your skills, commitment, and dedication will add value and make a difference to the organisation and country. Integrity is key to the organisation.
 
Job Purpose
To formulate tactical strategy and associated delivery plans related to a single practice area, by leading and managing an audit team for Mining to ensure effectiveness of audit operations across multi tax types, ensuring practice integration and operational implementation through the achievement of Audit objectives. 
 
Education and Experience
 
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Audit and/or Taxation and 8-10 years' CIT and Mining Tax Audit experience in the Industry of which 3-4 years at junior management level.
ALTERNATE:
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years CIT and Mining tax audit experience in the Industry of which 3-4 years at junior management level.
 
Minimum Functional Requirements
8-10 years' experience in the CIT and Mining Tax audit experience of which 3-4 years at junior management level Or Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years related experience.
 
Job Outputs:
Process

• Enforce compliance management through adherence to technical standards and all relevant legal and SARS requirements.
• Manage significant cases, minimise the risks identified and assist in the development of tax and customs legislation where required.
• Own end-to-end audits conducted, including finalisation of objections and appeals.
• Accompany auditors in interaction and engagement with the taxpayer, where required.
• Timeously communicate top-down policy and associated single practice area modification, objective achievement progress and critical success factors to impacted stakeholders.
• Use the insights gained through integrated business reports to measure success & realign tactical strategy implementation objectives appropriately.
• Plan for handling work outputs, pull together interdependent activities & specify priorities, standards & procedures to ensure tactical implementation.
• Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, policies and procedures, and execute the implementation of change and innovation initiated by the organization and treasury.
• Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; implementing best practice solutions.
• Provide periodic reports on performance against plan & progress on short-term initiatives & use to realign tactical plan and objectives appropriately.
• Act as the bottom-line drivers of tactical implementation within the context of business unit excellence and performance improvement.
• Direct, control, coordinate and optimise budgeted resources to meet specific objectives and deliver agreed results and productivity requirements.
• Ensure the development and implementation of a practice in alignment with operational policy and procedural frameworks.
• Implement tactical strategy and delivery plans through the development of operational activities, ensuring the achievement of operational targets.

 
Governance

• Implement governance, risk and compliance policy in own practice area to identify and manage governance and risk exposure liability.
• Manage and or advise on the translation and application of policy in a specific functional area.

 
People

• Encourage and enable teamwork, by enabling collaboration with others and commitment to pursuing set goals.
• Develop and maintain a team that is capable for operating to their full capability and provide appropriate skills, knowledge and experience.
• Translate performance expectations into specific metrics and goals to identify and provide effective services, solve problems and achieve objectives.
• Develop & implement appropriate people capacity plans in line with delivery & efficiency targets, on budget & in partnership with specialised area.
• Create a positive work climate & culture to energise employees & give meaning to work, minimise work disruption and maximise employee productivity.
  
  

Finance

• Manage effective cost control of the core processes in line with targeted savings.
• Contribute to the development of divisional budgets to minimise expenditure aligned with divisional plans.
• Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of accountability.
• Draw up a budget aligned to tactical delivery plans, monitor planned vs. actual, minimise expenditure and report on cost efficiency.

 
Client

• Drive service delivery goals and standards in support of business unit objectives.
• Build strong relationships and implement service level agreements that promote SARS with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage an integrated service excellence culture, which builds rewarding relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
• Develop and ensure implementation of practices which builds service delivery excellence and encourages others to provide exceptional client service.

 
Behavioural competencies

• Fairness and Transparency
• Accountability
• Honesty and Integrity 
• Trust
• Respect
• Honesty and Integrity
• Problem Solving and Analysis
• Developing Others
• Conceptual Thinking
• Championing the Mandate
• Influencing Others
• Mobilising Teams
• Driving for Excellence
• Leveraging Diversity
• Building Sustainability
• Accurate Understanding

 
Technical competencies

• IT Strategy and Planning
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Managerial Budgeting
• Tax Knowledge (specifically Mining tax)
• Business and Industry Knowledge related to Mining
• Operational Audit
• Tax Compliance Auditing
• Effective Business Communication
• Problem Analysis and Judgement
• Planning, Management and Measurement
• Decisiveness
• Business Acumen

 
Compliance Competency

• GOC Confidential

 
 
Employment Equity
The Employment Equity policy of SARS will be considered as part of the recruitment and selection process and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an oath of secrecy, pre-employment screening, case study, pre-assessment, psychometric assessment and or vetting, and a declaration of private interest. The appointment is also subject to appropriate reference(s) and security clearance where applicable.
 
PLEASE APPLY HERE