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THE PRESIDENCY
The Presidency is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representivity (race, gender and disability). The candidature of persons whose transfer/appointment will promote representivity will receive preference.
APPLICATIONS : The Presidency, Private Bag X1000, Pretoria, 0001 or Hand deliver at Government Avenue, Union Buildings, Pretoria or by email: applications@presidency.gov.za
FOR ATTENTION : Ms L Mphahlele
CLOSING DATE : 06 November 2026 (16:30 walk ins and 00:00 on email)
NOTE : Applications must include only TWO (2) documents (a fully completed and signed new Z83 Form, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) website link: https://www.dpsa.gov.za/newsroom/psvc/ and a detailed Curriculum Vitae). ONLY shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of Identity Document, Grade 12 Certificate and the highest required qualifications as well as a Driver’ s licence where necessary, to Human Resources on or before the day of the interview. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). It is the applicant’ s responsibility to have all foreign qualifications evaluated by SAQA and to provide proof of such evaluation report when requested. Please ensure that your application reaches the Department before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Due to the large number of applications expected, correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only, applications will however be acknowledged by auto response. Should you not be contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department be affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re-advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: The Department reserves the right not to fill a position. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to Personnel Suitability Checks, which may include social media profiles of the shortlisted candidates and pre-employment screening to determine the suitability of a person for employment. Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered during / after the interview took place, the application will not be considered and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The successful candidate will be subjected to reference checks and a security clearance up to the level of “Top Secret” as well as enter into a performance agreement. In addition, the successful candidates may be required to disclose their financial interests depending on their job.
OTHER POSTS
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PROTOCOL AND CEREMONIAL SERVICES REF NO: PROT/PRES/2026
Chief Directorate: Protocol and Ceremonial Services
Re-advert. All applicants who previously applied for this post are encouraged to re-apply.
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate National Diploma/Advanced Certificate or equivalent on NQF level 6. A minimum of 3-4 years’ middle management experience in Protocol and Ceremonial Services. Must possess a valid driver’s licence. Candidate must have the following competencies: Be professional, highly motivated, initiative and critical thinker who will be able to gather and analyse information skilfully. Have excellent interpersonal skills. Have excellent organizational and planning skills and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Have sense of urgency and ability to identify, analyse and resolve problems in a timely manner. Be able to work independently and as part of a team and also work well under pressure. Excellent telephone etiquette. Have projects management skills. Have good report writing skills. Have effective oral and written communication skills. Good office management skills. Be able to handle confidential matters, have integrity and be trustworthy. Knowledge: Good understanding of protocol and security measures. Good computer knowledge. Good knowledge of travel and subsistence procedures. Willingness to travel local and internal. Good understanding of Public Service Regulation Framework.
DUTIES : Providing hands-on logistical experience in offering Protocol and Ceremonial services to the President and the Deputy President. Providing of protocol and ceremonial support in accordance with national and international policies and procedures. The implementation of and adherence to protocol policies and procedures. Conducting of research on protocol in respect of other countries as requested/required. Advising and support of ‘clients”. Ensure compliance, maintenance and management of protocol on all events. Consult with stakeholders. Oversee overall logistical arrangements for all events attended by the President or Deputy President. Establish and ensure that sitting arrangements is in hierarchical order. Assist with development of programmes and develop order of proceedings. Liaise with the Presidential Protection Service Planning unit in coordination of events. Coordinate, review and consolidate directorate’s inputs for the medium term expenditure framework (MTEF) and estimates of national expenditure (ENE).
ENQUIRIES : Mr. P Seopa Tel No: (012) 308 1779
NOTE : Email applications must on the subject line state ONLY the Reference number: PROT/PRES/2026 (with no spaces).
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUDGET MANAGEMENT REF NO: BM/PRES/2026
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ or National Diploma in Financial Management/Accounting OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a Finance environment. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Advanced Excel, graphs, and Pivot Tables Interpretation. Knowledge of Budgeting preparation and analysis. Knowledge of BAS, PERSAL. Candidate must have the following competencies: Communication, both oral and written. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery innovation. Knowledge Management: Financial management. Problem solving and analysis. Strategic capability leadership. Program and project management. People management and empowerment. Change Management. Public Service Regulatory Framework. Policy formulation process within Government. Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modelling, and leadership techniques. Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques. Statistical and data analysis. Policy analysis and research. Analytical thinking, Report writing, and Presentation. An understanding of Financial Statements will be an advantage
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties: Co-ordinate and consolidate inputs for compilation of Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF). Co-ordinate and consolidate inputs for compilation of Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE). Compile adjustment Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE) (reprioritisation, additional funds requests, movement of funds) for the branches. Allocate funds to the various responsibilities within the branches. Co-ordinate inputs for the In-Year Monitoring Report to the branches. Compile expenditure forecasts for the branches. Compile management reports on a monthly basis. Give advice to budget managers on issues relating to the budget. Costing of the establishment. Assist with the preparation and review of the Financial Statements.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Beverly Nkwana Tel No: (012) 300 5911
NOTE : NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: BM/PRES/2026 (with no spaces)
INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPER REF NO: ICT/PRES/2026
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive remuneration package)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ or National Diploma in Information Technology OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience in systems development according to the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Candidate must have the following competencies: Communication, both oral and written. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery, creativity, and innovation. Able to learn new technologies quickly. Attention to detail, accuracy, Analytical skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently, under pressure, and in a team. Good time-management skills, Systems Analysis, and documentation. Able to communicate difficult procedures to users. Knowledge Management and Financial management. Relational Database concepts and experience in SQL Server for database design and SQL query design. SharePoint Development and administration skills. Programming language skills: .NET Framework, C#. Project management. People management and empowerment; change management. Public Service Regulatory Framework. Policy formulation process within Government. Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modelling, and leadership techniques. Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools, and techniques. Knowledge and interest in computer systems and the latest technologies.
DUTIES : The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties: Analysis, design, and development of business applications based on user requirements. Develop Business Intelligence dashboards and reports for various systems. Accelerate ICT modernisation projects, in particular automation and digitalisation of the business process. Develop in-house applications by routing information and correspondence through user-defined rules and actions. Evaluate, research, and apply new technologies to enhance applications and systems within The Presidency and make recommendations to management. The development and maintenance of IT systems in support of strategic, operational, and service delivery objectives. Support and maintenance of Information Communication Technology (ICT) Infrastructure. Implement, monitor, and upgrade multi-platform Information Technology software systems. Project Management and Monitoring Service. Identify areas for modification in current systems or applications and develop and implement those modifications. Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)and document all work for future reference. Training users. Develop and test application source code. Discuss users’ requirements and propose solutions. Integrate Software or application modules with third-party applications. Perform systems integration tests of the systems and applications. Work with other IT team to set specifications for new applications. Monitor the quality and performance of applications through testing and maintenance. Assist with software or application support and troubleshooting through interaction with the users.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Tsepo Ramosebi Tel No: (012) 300-5548
NOTE : NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: ICT/PRES/2026 (with no spaces)
DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING REF NO: FINACC/PRES/2026
SALARY : R932 292 per annum (Level 11)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ or National Diploma OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. A minimum of three (3) years' relevant experience in Financial Accounting at a supervisory/managerial level. Good understanding of Tax administration and Debtors Management. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Advanced Excel. Knowledge of BAS and PERSAL. Candidate must have the following competencies: Communication, both oral and written. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery innovation. Knowledge Management. Financial Management. Problem solving and analysis. Strategic capability leadership. Program and project management. People management and empowerment. Change Management. Public Service Regulatory Framework. Policy formulation process within Government. Business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modelling, and leadership techniques. Analytical thinking, Report writing, and Presentation. An understanding of Financial Statements will be an advantage.
DUTIE : Manage the Subsistence and Travel, Tax Administration, and Debtors Management sub-directorate. Develop and maintain policies and processes. Monitor the policy and legislative framework to ensure that cognizance is taken of new developments. Monitor revenue collected and expenditure incurred and submit reports and plans as required. Monitor compliance with financial prescripts. Provide advice and guidance to role players on revenue and expenditure procedures. Expenditure Management – Ensure that payment for compensation of employees, Subsistence and Travel claims and advances, goods and services, transfers, and subsidies complies with applicable regulations. Accounting – Provide financial administration and accounting services and inputs for the compilation of the Interim and Annual Financial Statements. Tax - Provide advice and guidance to all stakeholders on all tax matters and ensure that the Department complies with all tax prescripts and reporting requirements. Debtors Management – Perform secretarial duties of the Loss Control Committee and ensure compliance with Debtors Management regulations and reporting requirements. Maintain discipline. Manage performance and development. Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions. Establish, implement and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan of the Sub-Directorate and report on progress as required. Develop, implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of workflow. Compile and submit all required administrative reports. Serve on transverse task teams as required. Procurement and asset management for the Sub-Directorate. Plan and allocate work. Quality control of work delivered by employees.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Khathu Mashapha Tel No: (012) 300 5998
NOTE : NB: Email applications must on the subject line state Only the Reference number: FINACC/PRES/2026 (with no spaces)
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RECORDS MANAGEMENT (AUXILARY SERVICES) REF NO: AUX/PRES/2026
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ or National Diploma in Records, Registry, Archives Management OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years related experience. Knowledge of the National Archives and Records Service of South Africa Act (NARSSA), 1996, and relevant public service prescripts. Knowledge of the Integrated Document and Records Management System (IDMS), electronic correspondence management and records retrieval processes. Process competencies: Communication, both oral and written. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery innovation. Planning and Execution.
DUTIES : Records Governance: Implement policies, maintain file plans and ensure NARSSA compliance. Records Management: Manage paper-based and electronic records, including the integrated document management system (IDMS) and correspondence. Registry Services: Oversee Registry and Mini-Registry operations, mail and correspondence control and service standards. Records Preservation: Manage records retention, secure storage, authorised disposal and archival transfers. Training and Support: Manage and train staff, develop SOPs, Review Policies and provide records management guidance. Systems and Improvement: Monitor electronic systems, support digitisation, address backlogs and report on performance. Telephone and Switchboard Services: Manage and Monitor telephones, switchboard service delivery, resolve operational issues and liaise with ICT and service providers.
ENQUIRIES : Mr Charles Ford Tel No: (021) 464-2216
NOTE : NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: AUX/PRES/2026 (with no spaces)
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: INTERNAL CONTROL REF NO: ASDIC/PRES/2026
Sub-Directorate: Internal Control
SALARY : R487 197 per annum (Level 09)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ or National Diploma in Financial Accounting/ Auditing/ Risk Management OR an equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. A minimum of 3 to 5 years’ relevant experience. Competencies: Communication, both oral and writing. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery innovation. Knowledge management: Problem solving and analysis. Program and project management. People management and empowerment. Change management. Public Service Regulatory Framework. Policy formulation process within Government. Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques.
DUTIES : Implementing effective and efficient internal control systems in the office of the CFO. Monitoring the effectiveness and efficient of document control, (Receiving, Validation and Filling of Batches). Follow up on request for information and communications of findings issued by the Auditor General and quality check the responses from the units. Ensure that requested information and communications of findings are responded within specified time frames. Keep record of Internal Audit reviews and ensure that responses are submitted. Compile Presidency Audit Matrix and report progress on implementation of action plans. Report monthly to SMS, Branch heads and Top Management on progress made on action plans. Reviewing and updating financial policies and procedures. Ensure that financial inspections are conducted at the Presidency offices and that inspection reports are compiled and submitted to the Chief Financial Officer. Ensure that all the identified irregular and fruitless & wasteful expenditure are registered, Reported and investigated. Ensure that identified irregular and fruitless & wasteful expenditure are disclosed on a quarterly basis on the IFS. Ensure that all the identified non-compliance to 30 days payments are reported on a monthly basis within seven working days. Supervise Senior state accountant, accounting clerks, contractors and interns.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Nonhlanhla Mshengu Tel No: (012) 300-5895
NOTE : NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: ASDIC/PRES/2026 (with no spaces)
SENIOR STATE ACCOUNTANT: INTERNAL CONTROL REF NO: SSA/PRES/2026
Sub-Directorate: Internal Control
SALARY : R413 001 per annum (Level 08)
CENTRE : Pretoria
REQUIREMENTS : A Senior Certificate plus an appropriate Bachelor’s degree/ or National Diploma in Financial Accounting/ Auditing/ Risk Management OR equivalent qualification on NQF level 6. A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years’ applicable experience obtained within an Accounting environment with specific reference to financial reporting, compliance monitoring, internal control, and risk management. Competencies: communication, both oral and written. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery innovation. Problem solving and analysis. Program and project management. People management and empowerment. Change management. Public service regulatory framework. Policy formulation process within government. Monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques. Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations.
DUTIES : Responsible for assisting with implementing controls over access to records. Assist in managing internal financial control by ensuring effective and efficient performance of the financial management and supply chain management functions within the CFO unit. Verification of all finalised BAS/LOGIS payments, journals, receipts, S & T claims, face value forms, etc. Reviewing and updating financial policies and procedures. Oversee the departmental filling system pertaining to accounting documents. Liaising with Auditors (internal/external) and ensuring that their recommendations are implemented. Collating information for responses to the Auditors. Conduct financial inspections and assessments of departmental financial policies to ensure compliance. Financial document control (receiving, filing, reconciliation, and also making follow-ups on outstanding batches). Identify, register, and investigate irregular and fruitless & wasteful expenditure. Ensure that all identified non-compliance with 30-day payments are reported to National Treasury. Supervise Accounting Clerks, contractors and mentor/ or train the intern. Assist in the monitoring of the correct implementation of policies, strategies and policy frameworks. Assist in the audit coordination process.
ENQUIRIES : Ms Thuliswa Ngwane: Tel No: (012) 300-5862
NOTE : NB: Email applications must on the subject line state only the Reference number: SSA/PRES/2026 (with no spaces)
