Deputy Director: Research And Evaluation Coordination No: Dd_Re_

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: RESEARCH AND EVALUATION COORDINATION

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SALARY: R896 436 per annum (Level 11)

CENTRE:
Pretoria

• A National Senior Certificate and a three‑year National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science/Development Studies or equivalent qualification at NQF level 6/7 recognised by SAQA.
• 3‑5 years’ experience in policy research, evaluation, or government/municipal sector or related field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software packages (MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, MS Excel and Outlook).
• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to undertake intensive travel.
• (Advantage) Familiarity with data analysis software (e.g. SPSS, STATA or Power BI).

• Planning and Organising.
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Coordination.
• Project Management.
• People management and empowerment.
• Team leadership.
• Client orientation and customer focus.
• Diversity management.
• Communication (verbal and written).

• In‑depth knowledge of research methodology.
• Policy analysis and development.
• Monitoring and evaluation.
• Methods to analyse issues and trends pertinent to the mandate of Cooperative Governance.

• Manage the implementation of policy analysis and policy development projects.
• Manage the process of conducting policy research using a variety of analytical methods and techniques.
• Manage the development and refinement of memoranda, issue papers, policy papers or draft legislation.
• Prepare written reports, presentations and/or short study briefs for non‑research audiences.
• Conduct research as identified on the Departmental Annual Performance Plan.

Mr T Plank – Tel No:

Applications must be submitted electronically via email to:

For application enquiries contact Vanessa Cox – Tel No: .

All applicants must submit a comprehensive CV with specific starting and ending dates, levels and ranks of experience, current remuneration, and at least two contactable references. A recommended CV template is available on the department’s website ta.gov.za (click on the jobs tab). Only shortlisted candidates will be requested to submit certified documents/copies on or before the interviews.

Applicants are advised that a new application for employment (Z83) has been in effect since 1 January 2021. The new application for employment form can be downloaded at http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications submitted using the old Z83 form will not be accepted.

Incomplete applications or those received after the closing date will not be considered. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre‑entry assessments: a practical exercise for technical suitability and an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA directive on competency‑based assessments.

The assessment will test generic managerial competencies using DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

The successful candidate will be appointed to a positive result of a pre‑employment screening process, which includes criminal, credit, citizenship checks and verification of educational qualification certificates. Appointment will be for 12 months probation with a performance agreement. Applicants are responsible for ensuring all information and attachments are submitted by the due date. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If not contacted within three months of the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Department reserves the right to make an appointment. The position is a senior management post. Requirements for appointment at Senior Management Service level include successful completion of the Senior Management Pre‑entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available at https:// proof of successful completion must be provided prior to appointment.

CLOSING DATE: 30 January 2026