DPME vacancies 2025: Apply for multiple Pretoria roles before 17 October

DPME vacancies 2025 are now open for multiple posts at the Department of Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation in Pretoria, offering senior management, specialist and technical roles across applications development, facilities and security, internal audit, evaluation, ICT support, vetting, and finance. This human‑friendly guide summarises who can apply, how to submit a complete application, and where to send it so there is no last‑minute scramble.

Shortlisted candidates will undergo vetting, technical exercises where applicable, and security clearance in line with Minimum Information Security Standards. Equity objectives apply.​

DPME South Africa Recruitment Overview

How to apply DPME

• Submit a signed Z83 and comprehensive CV (with MM/YY dates and three references) by post or hand delivery to DPME HR Admin & Recruitment, Private Bag X944, Pretoria 0028, or 330 Grosvenor Street, Hatfield, Pretoria. Reference numbers must be quoted. Certified copies will be requested from shortlisted candidates only. Email options are provided per post below.​

• Closing date: 17 October 2025 at 16:30. Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.​

• SMS candidates must complete the Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services (NSG). All appointments are subject to security vetting and verification checks.​

DPME Vacancies Highlights

Director: Business Applications Development & Support

• Lead the development, maintenance, and support of business applications; model and design databases; research and implement emerging technology; and manage HR, finances, and assets within the directorate. The role requires strong project/programme and financial management, MS SQL, C#/JavaScript/ASP.NET, SharePoint, and reporting tools expertise.​

Director: Facilities and Security

• Oversee departmental security management, facilities and work environment services, OHS compliance, and directorate resources; ensure PFMA compliance, effective HR planning, annual performance planning, and corporate governance. Requires multi-project leadership, stakeholder management, and policy knowledge.​

Deputy Director: Internal Audit

• Manage the sub-directorate to deliver the Internal Audit Plan; provide assurance on governance, risk, and control per ISPPIA; review and implement methodologies; coordinate with internal/external providers; stay current with IA developments; and manage team performance and resources. Professional certifications (CIA/CCSA/CGAP) are valued.​

Outcome Assistant: Economy

• Support monitoring and assessment of Medium-Term Development Plan and NDP outcomes for economic development; advise principals; align sector plans with government priorities; participate in intergovernmental structures; and manage unit operations and reporting. Strong research, analytics, and policy alignment skills are essential.​

Assistant Evaluation Specialist (x2)

• Coordinate evaluations, conduct analytical work, review evaluation documents, monitor improvement plans, evolve the National Evaluation System’s technical elements, communicate results to provinces/stakeholders, manage procurement for evaluation projects, and supervise staff.​

Assistant Director: Salaries, Tax and S&T

• Run salaries and tax operations including payroll processing, payments, tax reconciliations and submissions, suspense accounts, reporting, procedure manuals, policy reviews, and staff supervision. Requires deep BAS, PERSAL, and tax process fluency.​

Senior Evaluation Officer

• Provide administrative and technical support to NES projects; coordinate training and capacity building; support National Evaluation Plan implementation; provide evaluation support to branches and stakeholders; and support procurement workflows.​

ICT Senior Technician (x2)

• Keep departmental systems running: diagnose/resolve software and hardware issues; repair/upgrade machines; install/configure PCs, servers, and IT equipment; advise on IT projects; and meet ICT service standards (ticket resolution timelines). Windows Server, AD/DNS/DHCP/Exchange, cabling/switches experience required.​

Senior Information and Vetting Officer

• Deliver efficient vetting and information security services: administer security document filing, coordinate personnel security, and enforce document/information security. Requires legislation/policy knowledge and strong organisational communication.​

What to include in the application

• Signed Z83 (new form, effective 1 Jan 2021) and comprehensive CV listing experience with MM/YY dates and three references (names, phone, email, relationship). Certified copies will be requested from shortlisted applicants only; foreign qualifications must be SAQA-evaluated. Quote the post and reference number on all submissions.​

Important notes

• Equity: The department intends to promote race, gender, and disability equity in filling posts. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted (within three months of the closing date). Pre-employment checks include security clearance, vetting, qualifications verification, and criminal record checks. SMS posts require the NSG Nyukela pre-entry certificate. Practical/technical exercises may be used to assess suitability. The department may cancel posts at any stage.​

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