SOUTH AFRICAN REVENUE SERVICES (SARS)

SENIOR SPECIALIST: SYSTEM ENGINEER (FIXED TERM CONTRACT)

Position Reports to: Manager: Information Technology Service   

Division: Strategy Enab & Modernisation

Location: Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 26 October 2026

About the Position

Consult to business on technology solutions in the IBM WebSphere Application Server domain whilst ensuring 24/7 availability within all SARS BU platforms. OpenShift knowledge on containerization (Docker, OpenShift), Kubernetes orchestration will be an added advantage.

Job Purpose

To be responsible for co-ordinating, programming, implementing and maintaining system architectures, including hardware, operating systems, and utilities, and related client services within the organisation and ensuring to meet service level agreements.  To be responsible for identification and resolution of complex hardware and software technical problems and malfunctions related to network and related servers and makes decisions that are critical in the areas of performance analysis, problem solving, and infrastructure planning, with the potential to affect the successful execution of business transactions, ensuring a stable performance environment for the enterprise business processing system. 

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) Information Technology AND 8-10 years' experience in IBM WebSphere Application Server, of which 3-4 years at junior specialist level.

#OR

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND  IT Qualification (s) / Certification (s), in Information Technology and 8-10 years’ experience in IBM WebSphere Application Serve of which 3-4 years at junior specialist level, AND additional requirements specified in Min Functional requirements, where applicable.

• AiX: IBM AiX Certified Engineer, PowerHA, IBM Systems Director or relevant certification OR
• LINUX: SuSE Certified Professional or Linux Professional Certified Level 2 or Redhat Certified Technician OR
• WAS: IBM WebSphere Application Server Certified System Administrator or any other relevant certification

#ALTERNATIVE
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 15 years IBM WebSphere Application Server experience of which 3-4 years at junior specialist level.

Job Outputs:

Process

• Analyse and make recommendations about improvements to specialist systems, procedures, policies and practices.
• Contribute to the optimum utilisation of org. resources, advising on effective planning and development of area of specialisation resource plans.
• Develop a single practice area in alignment with operational activity and procedural frameworks and ensure tactical implementation.
• Draw on own technical or professional expertise, knowledge and experience to identify and recommend tactical solutions to defined problems in practices.
• Integrate business information, compare, analyse and produce reports to identify trends, discrepancies and inconsistencies for decision making purposes.
• Optimise goal achievement through tactical strategy implementation and optimisation of practises, processes and systems across an internal value chain.
• Plan for value-added, continuous practice and system improvements to deliver on objectives to enhance tactical implementation and excellence.
• Proactively identify interconnected problems, determine its impact and use to develop best fit alternatives; best practice implementation solutions.
• Recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, practice areas and associated procedures and execute the implementation of change and innovation.
• Translate top-down policy, apply modification in relation to own practice area and communicate impact to relevant stakeholders.
• Advising on programming, implementation and maintaining system architectures, including hardware, operating systems, and utilities, and related client services within the enterprise.
• Advise on the identification and resolution of high-level hardware and software technical problems and malfunctions related to network and related servers.
• Makes decisions that are critical in the areas of performance analysis, problem solving, and infrastructure planning, with the potential to affect the successful execution of business transactions.
• Proactively researches and locates necessary tools and processes to identify and proactively avert troublesome trends as they develop.
• Advice on stable performance environment for the enterprise business processing system.
• Participates in various IT projects intended to continually improve/upgrade the systems infrastructure.
• Collaborate with network staff to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
• Configuring, debugging and supporting multiple infrastructure platforms.
• Developing, maintaining and supporting technical infrastructure, hardware and system software components and developed applications.
• Performing high-level root-cause analysis for service interruption recovery and creating preventive measures.
• Performing installation, maintenance and support of system software/hardware and user support.
• Work with executive team members, decision makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues.
• Coordinate and perform in-depth tests, including end-user reviews, for modified and new systems.
• Design and perform server and security audits, system backup procedures, and other recovery processes in accordance with the company's disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
• Ensure compatibility and interoperability of in-house computing systems.
• Ensure system connectivity of all servers, shared software, groupware, and other applications.
• Gauge the effectiveness and efficiency of existing systems; develop and implement strategies for improving or further leveraging these systems.
• Integrate servers and their associated software into enterprise systems/solutions.
• Monitor and test system performance; prepare and deliver system performance statistics and reports.
• Propose and create system design models, specifications, diagrams, and charts to provide direction to system programmer and development teams.
• Responsible for building, implementing and maintaining system hardware and software architectures as well as to identify and resolve all hardware and software technical problems.
• Participate in various IT projects intended to continually improve/upgrade the system infrastructure.
• Establish systems programming standards and documentation requirements and play a key role in the integration of mainframe, midrange, shared systems and other computing architectures.
• Advise and design in support of the management and support of the organisation's System operating systems and/or application server software and utilities infrastructure - Specialist coding for the optimisation of System systems to optimise workflow; coaching other engineers to resolutions, engineering and implementing complex projects, and for maintaining and overseeing the technology, ensuring alignment of IT strategy to business strategy.
• Create and maintain documentation as it relates to system configuration, mapping, processes, and service records.

Governance

• Develop and/or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.

People

• Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
• Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

Finance

• Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Client

• Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
• Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
• Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.

Behavioural competencies

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

Technical competencies

• Business IT Systems 
• Business Knowledge 
• Computer Literacy 
• Efficiency improvement  
• Functional Policies and Procedures 
• IT Knowledge 
• IT Strategy and Planning 
• Reporting and Interpretation 
• System Thinking 
• Customer Relationship Management
• Technical Expertise
• IT Project Management
• Knowledge of IT Governance and Business  
• Problem Analysis and Judgement
• 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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SEN. SPECIALIST: SAP BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE (BPC)

Position Reports to: Manager: SAP Business Intelligence 

Division: Technology Modernisation and Development

Location: Brooklyn, Pretoria

Advert Closing Date: 31 October  2026

Wanted

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Senior Specialist: SAP Business Intelligence (SAP BW/4HANA) with SAP BPC capability. The successful candidate must demonstrate sound judgement, strong technical competence, and proven business acumen, and will contribute to SARS’ higher purpose and service delivery mandate. The incumbent will be required to apply deep technical expertise across current and emerging technologies, with a strong future orientation. Key responsibilities include eliciting and translating business requirements; designing, developing, testing, implementing, and supporting SAP BW/4HANA and SAP BPC solutions in accordance with approved specifications and business requirements; and contributing to the future roadmap, including potential enablement of SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Planning. The incumbent is expected to add value through proactive, effective day-to-day operational support and continuous improvement. The role further requires a broad understanding of Information Technology, including the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC), an understanding of SAP systems as source systems, and in-depth knowledge of database principles, data modelling, and data architecture.

Job Purpose

To support clients with expert requirement analysis, development and configuration, implementation, and support of SAP BW4HANA with BPC (planning) solutions for various business scenarios. This role uses consulting skills, business knowledge, and SAP solution experience to effectively integrate SAP technology into the client’s business environment in order to achieve client expected business results. Proven SAP BPC implementation, development and support is a critical requirement for this role.

Technical Requirements

            BW4HANA

• Solid SAP BW4HANA experience (Implementation and Support).
• At least 3 full implementations or upgrades of SAP BW (7.4, BW on HANA) or BW4HANA systems.
• Design and implement L1–L3 data models in BW/4HANA (Advanced DSOs, Composite Providers, Open ODS Views, Open Hubs). Build ETL processes using transformations (ABAP), DTPs, and process chains. SAP and Non-SAP Sources and Targets.  
• Must be Proficient in report development SAP Business Objects A4O -Analysis for Office (SAP SAC Experience Advantageous).
• Integrate SAP BW/4HANA and/or SAP Datasphere with SAP S/4HANA Embedded Analytics and CDS Views.
• Analyse and model data across key business domains including Finance, Human Resources, Procurement, Revenue Management, and HR / FI Planning.

BPC

• Solid SAP BPC experience (Implementation, configuration and Support).
• At least 2 to 3 full implementations or upgrades of SAP BPC systems.
• Design and develop BPC applications (Standard and/or Embedded model).
• Configure: Dimensions (Account, Entity, Time, Category).
• Business Rules (HR Planning & Allocations, Account/Cost centre calculations, Validation)
• Develop logic scripts and BAdIs for custom calculations and business rules.
• EPM - Manage data manager packages and data loading processes.
• Support end to end planning, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly business processes.
• Integrate BPC with BW4HANA InfoProviders and external data read write sources.
• SAP SAC Planning knowledge and implementation is an advantage.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) AND a minimum 8 years’ experience and knowledge of SAP Basis. Fields of study: Information Tech, Computer Science, B‐Com, Finance, Management and Engineering.

OR

Diploma NQF 6 AND at least 10 years’ experience and knowledge of SAP BW/BW4HANA with SAP BPC

#Alternative

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 10 plus years’ experience and knowledge of SAP BW/BW4HANA with SAP BPC

Job Outputs:

Process

Perform complex tasks and guidance during implementation, maintenance, and support of SAP BW4HANA with SAP BPC to enhance business functionality and overall performance, while maintaining customer satisfaction.

• Close communication with business units/functional teams /designers, understand the requirements from provided functional designs and transform these requirements into the technical designs and outputs.
• Perform in-depth analysis of the current business processes and scenarios of the business then recommend or configure solutions to meet requirements.
• Provide expert knowledge of SAP BW4HANA and SAP BPC best practices and recommend changes to optimise processes, systems, policies and procedures, and execute the implementation of change and innovation initiated by the organisation.
• Act as the technical expert, ensuring quick turnaround in identifying application issues and providing timely solutions in dealing with complex Software (ABAP/Script logic) interfaces, programming, development and debugging solutions.
• To Implement / manage / execute production release deployment in SAP BW4HANA and SAP BPC solutions – including SP and DB upgrades across the SAP Landscape.
• Provide efficient and effective end user support to SAP BW4HANA, BO, BPC, PAPM business users as well as system upkeep, reviewing SAP Early Watch reports and maintenance including after-hours system support and standby.
• Ensure proper testing, documentation, and knowledge transfer for all delivered solutions to avoid any single point of failures.
• Mentor and guide Junior Staff (graduates) with knowledge transfer and in-depth hands-on training.
• Exposure to new emergent SAP technologies – SAC / ML / AI / Joule/ Datasphere.

Governance

• Develop and/or align governance and compliance policies for own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability.
• People
• Integrate new knowledge and transfer skills attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job.
• Provide specialist know-how, support, advice and practice thought leadership in area of expertise.

People

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
• Search for, integrate and share new knowledge attained through formal and informal learning opportunities in the execution of your job. (I)

Finance

• Implement and monitor financial control, management of costs and corporate governance in area of specialisation.

Client

• Develop & ensure implementation of a practice that builds service delivery excellence & encourage others to provide exceptional stakeholder service.
• Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
• Provide authoritative, specialist expertise and advice to internal and external stakeholders.
• Build professional relationships with clients, management, and team members to ensure delivery of proposed solutions, support for development of business possibilities and for personal development.

Behavioural competencies

• Accountability
• Analytical Thinking  
• Attention to Detail 
• Adaptability 
• Building Sustainability 
• Commitment to Continuous Learning 
• Conceptual Ability 
• Customer Service
• Fairness and Transparency
• Honesty and Integrity
• Organisational Awareness
• Respect
• Trust

Technical competencies

• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Computer Literacy 
• IT Systems Knowledge
• Customer Relationship Management
• System Thinking
• Problem Analysis and Judgement
• Verbal Communication
• Business Knowledge  
• Written Communication
• Technical Analysis
• Problem Management
• HANA Studio (Modelling with Eclipse).

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 CONSULTANT: LEGAL (TAX COURT LITIGATION)

Position Reports to: Manager: Tax Court Litigation

Division: Taxpayer Engagement         

Location: Pretoria – Landbank Building

Advert Closing Date: 19 October 2026

About the Position

The Tax Court Litigation Unit (TCLU) supports SARS in administering South African tax legislation by instituting and defending civil proceedings on behalf of the Commissioner. The Unit manages tax appeals and related litigation from initial strategic assessment through pleadings, pre-trial preparation, hearing, judgment, further appeal and finalisation. It also seeks to resolve disputes efficiently through appropriate settlement, concession or withdrawal processes when litigation is not the optimal outcome.

The Junior Consultant provides supervised legal, paralegal and case-management support across these workflows. The role is developmental and requires disciplined administration, sound legal research, accurate drafting, close management of court-rule timeframes and professional engagement with internal and external stakeholders

Job Purpose

To support the effective, fair and timeous resolution of tax appeals by assisting with legal research, case assessment, litigation administration, governance submissions, preparation and quality assurance of legal documents, stakeholder engagement, reporting and file management under the guidance of experienced TCLU legal practitioners and management.

Education and Experience

• Para- Legal Diploma (NQF 6) or LLB degree (an advantage) with 2-3 years’ experience in a Legal environment of which 1-2 years should be at a worker knowledge level.
• Exposure to litigation, dispute resolution, court processes, legal administration or tax administration will be advantageous.

Alternatively:

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4) NQF 6) with 5 years’ experience in a Legal environment of which 1-2 years should be at a worker knowledge level.
• Exposure to litigation, dispute resolution, court processes, legal administration or tax administration will be advantageous.

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

• Tax Appeal and Litigation Support
• Case Strategy and Dispute Resolution Support
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Governance and Quality Assurance
• Case Administration, Reporting and File Management
• Legal Costs and External Legal Service Provider Support

Minimum Functional Requirements

Job Outputs:

Process

• Assist with meetings and consultations with internal and external clients with regard to the finalisation of litigation matters under guidance.
• 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.
• Assist with meetings and consultations with internal and external clients with regard to the finalisation of SARS legal documents and agreements.
• Advise on or initiate settlement negotiations as well as the drafting of settlement agreements, within policy guidelines.
• Plan and organise own work tasks within specific guidelines given in the said area of work.
• Bring applications in the Magistrate's Court or High Court, under guidance.

Governance

• Ensure that completed work adheres to relevant policies, procedures, governance, quality standards and legislative requirements and report on deviations & discrepancies.

People

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers, managers and stakeholders to achieve TCLU objectives.
• Participate in coaching, practical training, knowledge-sharing sessions and continuous professional development.

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.
• Provide accurate, professional and timely support to internal clients and external stakeholders within the limits of the role and delegated authority.

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 Knowledge
• Corporate Legal Services Management
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Efficiency Improvement
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Legal Administration
• Legal Advisory and Interpretation
• Legal Knowledge and knowledge of ethics
• Legal Writing Skills
• Policy Analysis
• Quality Orientation
• Reporting

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.

Protect yourself. Never pay for a job.

Recruitment Fraud Alert: SARS never asks for payment for vacancies, interviews, or appointments. Any such request is a scam.

SARS official reporting channels: SpeakOut@sars.gov.za; Anti-Corruption@sars.gov.za;ReportingUnprofessionalConduct@sars.gov.za; SARS Hotline number (0800 00 28 70).

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SUPERVISOR: CLEANING & FOOD AID SERVICES

Position Reports to: Ops Manager: Taxpayer Services

Division: Taxpayer Engagement         

Location: Trescon Building, Durban

Advert Closing Date:   19 October 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 and protects 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 take overall responsibility for the day-to-day cleaning and food aid service operation of the buildings ensuring they are clean and safe for staff.

Education and Experience

Minimum Qualification & Experience Required

Senior Certificate (NQF 4) and 1 year cleaning experience

Job Outputs:

Process

• Adhere to and apply changes to own work processes as instructed.
• Apply and utilise systems in a manner that ensures accurate processing of information that contributes to efficient and effective completion of tasks.
• As part of the team, take delivery of cleaning products/equipment and relocate to relevant storage areas.
• Assist with administrative tasks within the relevant division.
• Communication of progress on requests.
• Demonstrable experience of cleaning and food aid services on office business premises.
• Effectively utilise resources allocated to the job in order to perform contracted work outputs and report on and escalate any shortfalls.
• Ensure adequate supplies of cleaning materials and equipment are available to staff as required.
• Ensure cleaning staff carry out their duties to the required standards through a monitoring programme.
• Maintain stocks and order materials from approved suppliers as and when necessary.
• Motivate and encourage staff to work efficiently and achieve a high standard of work as per set standards.
• Plan and organise own work tasks within area of work.
• Report on daily task activities to provide timely information for decision making.
• Resolve problems and report issues.
• Supervise and direct reportees including the daily allocation of duties/general direction and checking of work throughout the day.
• Take responsibility for making all assistants aware of and familiar with the correct use of all equipment and materials.
• Understanding of Health and Safety requirements and the safe storage of materials and equipment.
• Undertake the role of cleaner, where necessary, during periods of understaffing.

Governance

• Comply with and adhere to identified governance and compliance standards and escalate problems for investigation and resolution.

People 

• Drive own performance in order to achieve work outputs in line with required response time, quality and service delivery standards.
• Ask for support or training to improve the quality and standard of own work.

Finance 

• Perform own work well to reduce costs and save money.

Client 

• Understand job service requirements in order to meet client 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
• People Skills
• Problem Solving capability
• Respect
• Trust
• Teamwork
• Working With others

Technical competencies

• Administration
• Business Knowledge
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Efficiency Improvement
• Facilities Management
• Functional Policies and Procedures
• Planning and Controlling
• Quality Orientation
• Reporting
• Standard Operating Procedures Compliance
• Understand, follow, and give instructions

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.

Protect yourself. Never pay for a job.

Recruitment Fraud Alert: SARS never asks for payment for vacancies, interviews, or appointments. Any such request is a scam.

SARS official reporting channels: SpeakOut@sars.gov.za; Anti-Corruption@sars.gov.za;ReportingUnprofessionalConduct@sars.gov.za; SARS Hotline number (0800 00 28 70).

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