The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for vacancies based in Pretoria. These opportunities are suitable for candidates with experience in procurement, demand and acquisition management, supply chain management and food services.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Employer | Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation |
| Closing Date | 28 August 2026 |
| Closing Time | 16:30 |
| Location | Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa |
| Application Method | Post, hand delivery or email |
| Required Documents | Signed Z83 form and comprehensive CV only |
| Website | www.dpme.gov.za |
| Attention | Human Resource Admin and Recruitment |
Deputy Director: Procurement Ref No: 14/2025
Sub-directorate: Procurement Services
Salary: R932 292 – R1 098 195 per annum, Level 11, all-inclusive salary package
Centre: Pretoria
Enquiries: Ms BX Sebuyana, 012 312 0462
Application Email: Recruitment35@dpme.gov.za
Requirements
Applicants must have a relevant Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management or Finance.
Applicants must have at least six years’ experience in Supply Chain Management.
Three years of the required experience must be at Middle Management or Assistant Director level.
Applicants must have excellent financial, supervisory and operational management skills.
Problem-solving, communication and report writing skills are required.
Computer literacy is required.
Working knowledge of LOGIS and sound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Microsoft Excel, are essential.
Applicants must have in-depth knowledge of the legislative environment applicable to government supply chain management processes.
Knowledge of the development, implementation and monitoring of related policies and procedures is required.
Applicants must be client-oriented, customer-focused, solution-oriented and able to work under stressful situations.
Applicants must be able to maintain a high level of confidentiality and prioritise work in a high-pressure environment.
Duties
The successful candidate will manage the Sub-directorate: Procurement Services.
The role includes managing demand and acquisition management, logistics management and contract administration in support of procurement services.
The candidate will oversee RFQ and bidding processes, including compilation of bid documents and advertisements.
The successful candidate will publish bid documents and contribute to the compilation of interim and annual financial statements.
The role includes attending to and responding to SCM-related audit findings and developing audit action plans.
The candidate will ensure effective contract administration, logistics management, warehouse management and payment of suppliers within 30 days of receipt of invoices.
The successful candidate will manage and supervise employees to ensure an effective acquisition management service.
The role includes undertaking administrative functions related to financial administration and human resource administration.
The candidate will develop, implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work, discipline, performance management and staff development.
Assistant Director: Demand and Acquisition Management Ref No: 15/2025
Sub-directorate: Procurement Services
Salary: R487 197 – R573 897 per annum, Level 09, plus benefits
Centre: Pretoria
Enquiries: Ms BX Sebuyana, 012 312 0462
Application Email: Recruitment36@dpme.gov.za
Requirements
Applicants must have a National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Supply Chain Management.
Applicants must have at least five years’ experience in demand and acquisition management.
Three years of the required experience must be at Senior Officer level in demand and acquisition management.
An NQF Level 7 qualification in Supply Chain Management will serve as an added advantage.
Applicants must have extensive knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Public Service Act and regulations.
Knowledge of National Treasury SCM instruction notes and circulars is required.
Applicants must understand the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act and its regulations.
Applicants must have good presentation, problem-solving, verbal communication and written communication skills.
A high level of analytical skills is required.
Applicants must be able to engage with stakeholders.
Applicants must be able to accept responsibility and produce good quality work.
Applicants must be team players, flexible and reliable.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide an effective and efficient demand and acquisition management system within the Department.
Duties include ensuring approval and authorisation of quotations, requests for proposals and tenders.
The candidate will compile and submit monthly SCM reports to the Deputy Director.
The role includes ensuring that quotations, RFPs and tenders comply with SCM policy, delegations and SCM legislation.
The successful candidate will monitor and facilitate RFQ, RFP and tender processes.
The candidate will monitor and update the SCM tracking tool.
The role includes ensuring that RFQ, RFP and bid process timeframes align with the approved SCM charter.
The successful candidate will ensure that all Bid Committees are convened for RFP and tender processes.
The role includes providing inputs into SCM policy reviews, internal audit reports and risk management queries.
The candidate will compile monthly reports on the status of RFQs, RFPs and tenders.
The successful candidate will manage SCM operational plans, provide continuous training, mentor and support subordinates, and manage staff discipline.
Food Service Aid Ref No: 16/2026
Branch: Corporate Services
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum, Level 02, plus benefits
Centre: Pretoria
Enquiries: Ms BX Sebuyana, 012 312 0471
Application Email: Recruitment37@dpme.gov.za
Requirements
Applicants must have an NQF Level 1 qualification, below Grade 10, or NQF Level 2, Grade 10.
An ABET Level 2 certificate or equivalent qualification is acceptable.
No experience is required.
Basic food services experience will serve as an added advantage.
A qualification or certificate in food preparation or food services will serve as an added advantage.
Applicants must have good interpersonal relations and communication skills.
Basic numeracy is required.
Applicants must have basic knowledge of hygienic food preparation.
Knowledge of managing stock and stores in the kitchen and storeroom is required.
Applicants must be able to use a variety of cleaning equipment and products.
Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles is required.
Applicants must be team players, flexible and reliable.
Applicants must be able to accept responsibility for their own areas of work.
Duties
The successful candidate will provide services related to food preparation.
Duties include cleaning the kitchen and preparing boardrooms.
The candidate will prepare venues for meetings and functions.
The role includes maintaining cleaning materials, products and equipment.
The successful candidate will monitor stock and request cleaning materials.
The candidate will report broken cleaning machines and equipment.
The role includes safekeeping catering equipment and stock.
The successful candidate will fill aqua coolers and apply hygiene and safety measures in the work area.
How to Apply
Applications must be posted or hand delivered to:
The Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation
Private Bag X944
Pretoria
0028
Hand delivery address:
330 Grosvenor Street
Hatfield
Pretoria
0028
Applicants must quote the relevant post and reference number.
Applications may also be emailed to the correct email address listed under each post.
To apply and access more details, visit the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation official website.
Important Notes for Applicants
The closing date is 28 August 2026 at 16:30.
Applications must be submitted on a signed Z83 form with a comprehensive CV only.
The comprehensive CV must specify all experience and indicate the respective dates in month and year format.
Applicants must provide three reference persons with names, contact numbers, email addresses and the capacity in which the referee is known to the applicant.
Certified copies of qualifications and other relevant documents will be requested from shortlisted candidates only.
Applicants must meet vetting requirements as prescribed by Minimum Information Security Standards.
Foreign qualifications must be evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority.
Reference checks will be conducted during the selection process.
Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Applicants who are not contacted within three months of the closing date should accept that their application was unsuccessful.
Shortlisted candidates must be available for interviews at a date and time determined by the Department.
Pre-employment checks will be conducted for shortlisted candidates, including security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal record checks.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates, will undertake two pre-entry assessments, including a practical exercise and an integrity assessment.
For salary levels 11 to 15, the inclusive remuneration package consists of a basic salary, the State’s contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund and a flexible portion.
The Department may use practical exercises or tests for non-SMS positions during the recruitment process.
The Department reserves the right to cancel the filling of a vacancy or not fill an advertised post.
SMS candidates are required to complete the Nyukela Programme before appointment.
Applicants must use the new Z83 application form implemented from 1 January 2021.