If you are looking for senior government jobs or support vacancies in Pretoria, National Treasury has opened new posts in finance, economics, public administration, regulation, and client support. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply online before the closing date. These National Treasury vacancies offer opportunities for both experienced senior managers and applicants seeking mid-level public service roles.
| Employer | National Treasury |
|---|---|
| Closing Date | 10 April 2026 at 12:00 pm |
| Location | Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa |
Available Posts
Chief Director: Intergovernmental Policy and Planning Ref No: S036/2026
Division: Intergovernmental Relations (IGR)
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R1 494 900 per annum (all-inclusive)
Requirements:
A Grade 12 certificate plus a minimum Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Economics, Finance or Public Administration. At least 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in budget allocation systems, policy analysis, development and implementation. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme before finalisation of appointment.
Duties:
Provide technical support to decision-making processes relating to the Division of Revenue across the three spheres of government. Give policy advice on intergovernmental fiscal and financial matters affecting provinces and local government. Oversee enforcement and compliance with the Municipal Fiscal Powers and Functions Act. Provide secretariat services to intergovernmental forums such as the Budget Council, Budget Forum and Technical Committee for Finance. Oversee the review and revision of formulas and data informing equitable share allocations to provinces and local government. Support the development and implementation of provincial and local government grants frameworks and allocations. Oversee budget documentation including the MTBPS, Budget Review and Division of Revenue Act.
Chief Director: Economic Reforms Ref No: S034/2026
Division: Economic Policy and International Cooperation (EPIC)
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R1 494 900 per annum (all-inclusive)
Requirements:
A Grade 12 certificate plus a minimum Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Economics or Econometrics. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior managerial level in an economic policy analysis environment. Knowledge of applied micro-economics, research, interpretation of economic policy outcomes, performance management, and project management. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme before finalisation of appointment.
Duties:
Conduct research and prioritisation of proposed economic reforms. Identify research areas for policy papers linked to the economic reform agenda. Commission research on economic reform priorities. Engage stakeholders on government’s economic reform agenda. Coordinate inputs for speeches, briefing notes and parliamentary questions. Contribute to updates on economic reform implementation for the Budget Review and MTBPS. Compile briefing notes, presentations, memos and progress reports for senior leadership. Manage staff and the work programme under the economic reforms unit. Develop and maintain databases for tracking key economic reforms.
Chief Director: Modelling and Forecasting Ref No: S035/2026
Division: Economic Policy and International Cooperation (EPIC)
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R1 494 900 per annum (all-inclusive)
Requirements:
A Grade 12 certificate plus a minimum Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Economics, Development Economics or Mathematics. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at senior management level in modelling, forecasting and policy analysis. Strong knowledge of research methodology, economic trends, South African economic conditions, and policy analysis. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme before finalisation of appointment.
Duties:
Conduct research on macroeconomic and microeconomic policy. Provide analytical support to National Treasury and other stakeholders on economic policy matters. Analyse domestic and international economic trends. Prepare speeches, briefing notes and presentations for the Minister of Finance, Deputy Minister and Director-General. Engage investors, ratings agencies and international organisations on the macroeconomic outlook. Provide quarterly economic forecasts and guidance on tax revenue forecasting. Comment on IMF, OECD and ratings agency reports. Develop and maintain economic models, forecasting tools and databases.
Director: Financial Markets and Competitiveness Ref No: S038/2026
Division: Tax and Financial Sector Policy (TFSP)
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R1 266 714 per annum (all-inclusive)
Requirements:
A Grade 12 certificate plus a minimum Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Economics, Development Economics or Law. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle management or senior managerial level in drafting financial regulation relating to capital markets. Experience in policy analysis, business application and development of financial oversight mechanisms. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme before finalisation of appointment.
Duties:
Provide oversight on the regulation and development of capital markets. Formulate and coordinate the implementation of capital markets policies. Promote efficient clearing and settlement systems in capital markets. Create an enabling environment for financial market oversight and policy development. Promote South Africa as a financial centre for Africa. Conduct in-depth research on financial market issues and benchmark against international best practices. Liaise with stakeholders and contribute to parliamentary speeches, questions and board appointment processes.
Director: Prudential Regulation and Stability Ref No: S039/2026
Division: Tax and Financial Sector Policy (TFSP)
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R1 266 714 per annum (all-inclusive)
Requirements:
A Grade 12 certificate plus a minimum Bachelor of Commerce in Law, LLB, Bachelor of Commerce in Economics or Development Economics. A minimum of 5 years’ experience at middle or senior managerial level in drafting financial regulation and developing financial oversight mechanisms. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme before finalisation of appointment.
Duties:
Provide oversight on prudential regulation and developments in the financial sector. Formulate and coordinate prudential regulation policies. Promote institutional and systemic stability of the financial sector. Advise on and process exchange control applications. Conduct in-depth research to protect South African interests. Liaise with the South African Reserve Bank on administrative and policy matters. Respond to parliamentary questions, comment on international reports, and provide inputs into speeches and appointments to regulatory boards.
Assistant Director: PFMA Regulatory Environment Ref No: S032/2026 (X2 Posts)
Division: Office of the Accountant-General (OAG)
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R582 444 per annum (excluding benefits)
Requirements:
A Grade 12 certificate plus a minimum National Diploma at NQF Level 6 or Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Accounting, Finance or Law. A postgraduate qualification will be an advantage. At least 3 years’ experience in a financial management environment. Knowledge of the operations of national and provincial governments, PFMA, and the broader legislative framework.
Duties:
Assist with the development of uniform norms and standards for PFMA implementation. Help review and maintain the PFMA, Treasury regulations, toolkits and guidelines. Conduct research on financial management best practices. Support the issuing of instructions, circulars and directives. Assist with governance reporting, stakeholder engagements, responses to PFMA queries, condonation requests, section 79 deviations, section 92 exemptions, parliamentary queries, presentations, workshops, and transversal matters affecting PFMA institutions.
Helpdesk: RSA Retail Bonds Ref No: S033/2026
Division: Asset and Liability Management (ALM)
Centre: Pretoria
Salary: R325 101 per annum (excluding benefits)
Requirements:
A minimum Grade 12 plus a National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Office Administration or Marketing. One to two years’ work experience in a call centre or related environment. Exposure to office administration and basic knowledge of financial markets.
Duties:
Support the daily operation of the RSA Retail Bond helpline. Provide clients with operational documents on request. Attend to client queries and related matters. Process telephonic applications and roll-overs. Guide clients through online registration and applications. Scan incoming documents for compliance and record purposes. Assign documents to the back-office team. Assist with social media and marketing events. Prepare and send tax certificates, interest statements, and investment updates to investors by email.
How to Apply
To apply and for more details, visit the National Treasury eRecruitment portal. The portal is currently live for profile login, job browsing, and applications. (e-Recruitment)
Applications for these National Treasury vacancies must be submitted online by 10 April 2026 at 12:00 pm (midday). National Treasury states that applicants must complete their full eRecruitment profile, as this serves as the equivalent of the Z83 form, and incomplete profiles may result in disqualification. The department also notes that supporting documents such as qualifications and ID copies must be uploaded on the system, although certification is only required before interviews. The department uses an online eRecruitment platform for applications. (e-Recruitment)
Important Notes
For SMS posts, shortlisted candidates will undergo pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment. Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme is required before finalisation of appointment for SMS roles. National Treasury also warns that it does not support the undisclosed use of artificial intelligence during recruitment assessments. Applicants with foreign qualifications must obtain SAQA evaluation at their own cost. If you do not receive feedback within 3 months after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Enquiries
For enquiries only and not applications, email: Recruitment.Enquiries@treasury.gov.za