The National Treasury of South Africa has announced vacancies for qualified and experienced professionals interested in pursuing careers in public service. The advertised positions are based in Pretoria and include a senior management opportunity in the Neighbourhood Development Programme and a Deputy Director position responsible for expenditure and revenue management.
The department is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from persons living with disabilities. It also aims to promote representivity in line with its approved Employment Equity Plan. National Treasury buildings are accessible to persons living with disabilities. Applications must be submitted through the department’s official e-Recruitment System. The closing date for the advertised positions is 2 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.
National Treasury Vacancies 2026
The following positions are advertised by the National Treasury:
| Position | Reference Number | Salary per annum | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chief Director: Neighbourhood Development Programme | S112/2026 | R1,554,696 | Pretoria |
| Deputy Director: Expenditure and Revenue Management | S114/2026 | R932,292 | Pretoria |
The salaries include benefits, as stated in the vacancy advertisement.
1. Chief Director: Neighbourhood Development Programme
Post Number: 37/86
Reference Number: S112/2026
Division: Intergovernmental Relations (IGR)
Salary: R1,554,696 per annum, including benefits
Location: Pretoria
Closing Date: 2 November 2026 at 12:00 noon
Purpose of the Position
The Chief Director will support and facilitate the development and implementation of urban network plans and strategies in line with the vision, strategy and goals of the Infrastructure Finance and Implementation Support Agency (IFISA).
The position focuses on developing urban network plans, bankable precinct plans and infrastructure projects that connect strategic urban hubs in townships. The successful candidate will also support initiatives that attract public and private sector investment to promote urban development.
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- A Grade 12 certificate and a Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Project Management, Civil Engineering, Urban Development, Town and Regional Planning, Economics, Commerce, Social Sciences, Public Administration or Law.
- At least five years of experience at senior managerial level in urban planning.
- Knowledge and experience in managing infrastructure initiatives and funds, including property financing and related expenditure.
- Knowledge of municipal service delivery legislation and frameworks, including the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) and Treasury Regulations.
- In-depth knowledge of government departmental operations, including cooperative governance structures and their supporting entities.
- Knowledge and experience in managing urban and/or economic infrastructure development, including project analysis, oversight and contractual matters.
- Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme, endorsed by the National School of Government, before finalisation of the appointment.
Applicants should ensure they meet the relevant academic, managerial and technical requirements before applying.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will perform the following duties:
Strategy and policy development: Develop and implement annual strategies aligned with IFISA’s mandate and the National Development Plan (NDP). The Chief Director will consult stakeholders, establish performance indicators, monitor progress and oversee business planning, budgets and implementation initiatives.
Municipal project development and preparation: Identify and prioritise municipal projects for planning, feasibility assessments and bankability. The role includes reviewing business cases, feasibility studies, precinct designs and project plans to determine their suitability for IFISA funding consideration.
Public and private sector investment: Support municipalities in identifying, structuring and implementing projects that attract private investment. The successful candidate will collaborate with relevant IFISA units and engage public and private sector decision-makers to strengthen investment partnerships.
Operations management: Provide strategic direction, oversee portfolio implementation, promote organisational values and support initiatives that improve institutional performance and cooperation with stakeholders.
IFISA project pipeline development: Monitor the value of projects originated and approved for the IFISA pipeline, track projects submitted for funding consideration and support initiatives that catalyse private sector funding. The role also involves building strategic partnerships and monitoring agreements that advance IFISA’s objectives.
2. Deputy Director: Expenditure and Revenue Management
Post Number: 37/87
Reference Number: S114/2026
Division: Office of the Director-General (ODG)
Salary: R932,292 per annum, including benefits
Location: Pretoria
Closing Date: 2 November 2026 at 12:00 noon
Purpose of the Position
The Deputy Director will manage expenditure and revenue within the National Treasury and provide administrative support relating to creditor payments, departmental revenue updates and other financial management activities.
The position requires a professional with relevant financial accounting or public administration qualifications and experience in financial accounting and supply chain management.
Requirements
To qualify for this position, applicants must have:
- A Grade 12 certificate and a Bachelor’s degree at NQF Level 7 in Financial Accounting, Business Management or Public Administration.
- At least four years of relevant experience, including a minimum of two years at Assistant Director level or an equivalent level.
- Experience in a financial accounting and supply chain management environment.
- Knowledge and experience of the government financial management framework.
- Knowledge and experience in revenue and expenditure dissemination and reconciliation.
Applicants should ensure that their qualifications and work experience correspond with the requirements outlined in the advertisement.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Processing creditor transactions and departmental payments: Process and reconcile creditor transactions, authorise payments through BAS and LOGIS Procurement Integration, prepare management reports and communicate with stakeholders regarding payment confirmations.
- Transferring funds to government departments and entities: Initiate transfers to provinces, municipalities and other entities in accordance with applicable regulations. The role includes verifying transfers and reconciling transfer schedules.
- Managing cash deposits and departmental revenue: Issue receipts for deposits, allocate departmental revenue, verify supporting payment documents and manage petty cash advances and records.
- Managing National Treasury bank accounts: Initiate the clearing of control and bank accounts, execute banking transactions, perform bank reconciliations and minimise discrepancies. The successful candidate will also coordinate requested funds through SAFETYWEB in accordance with designated drawing schedules.
- Monitoring control and suspense accounts: Engage relevant institutions to resolve amounts allocated to control and suspense accounts, review reconciliations and ensure outstanding amounts are cleared. The role also includes reviewing management reports for accuracy.
How to Apply for National Treasury Vacancies 2026
Applications must be submitted through the National Treasury’s official e-Recruitment System. Application link: https://erecruitment.treasury.gov.za/eRecruitment, Applicants must log in or register on the system, complete their profiles and submit their applications for the relevant positions.
The department has used the e-Recruitment System since 7 April 2021. An applicant’s completed online profile serves as the equivalent of the approved Z83 application form. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that their profiles are fully completed, as incomplete profiles may result in applications not being considered.
Required Documents
Applicants must upload the required supporting documents to the e-Recruitment System, including:
- Copies of relevant qualifications, including the National Senior Certificate or Matric certificate.
- A copy of their identity document.
- Other supporting documents required by the recruitment system or applicable instructions.
Documents do not need to be certified when the initial application is submitted. However, certification will be required before attending an interview. Applicants with foreign qualifications, including O-Level and A-Level certificates, must have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) at their own expense.
Important Application Information
- Hand-delivered or posted applications will only be accepted if an applicant can demonstrate that they attempted to apply through the e-Recruitment System unsuccessfully and the National Treasury ICT unit was unable to assist.
- Shortlisted candidates, including those applying for Senior Management Service (SMS) positions, will be required to complete two pre-entry assessments. These include a practical exercise assessing technical and general competencies and an integrity assessment focusing on ethical conduct.
- For SMS positions, candidates must complete the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme before finalisation of their appointments. The programme is available online through the National School of Government at: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/
- Shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will also undergo a technical exercise and interview. Following these stages, a maximum of three candidates will undergo psychometric assessments covering cognitive abilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence and integrity.
- The department will conduct qualification, criminal record and South African citizenship checks on shortlisted candidates, together with any additional checks required by applicable directives.
- National Treasury does not support the use of artificial intelligence (AI) during recruitment and selection assessments. Applications may be disqualified if the use of AI is detected in completing assessments without acknowledging the source of information.
- By applying, candidates consent to the collection, processing and storage of their personal information for internal human resources purposes in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), Act No. 4 of 2013.
- Successful candidates will be required to disclose all registrable financial interests upon appointment. They must also sign a Performance Agreement within three months of their appointment. Candidates appointed for periods exceeding 12 calendar months will serve a 12-month probation period, excluding leave taken, as prescribed by Public Service Regulation 68.
- Applicants can monitor their application status through the e-Recruitment System. If no feedback is received within three months after the closing date, the application should be regarded as unsuccessful.
National Treasury Vacancies 2026 Closing Date
The closing date for both advertised positions is 2 November 2026 at 12:00 noon.
The e-Recruitment System automatically removes advertisements from public view at exactly 12:00 noon on the relevant closing date. Late applications cannot be submitted after the deadline, including applications delayed by technical problems. Applicants are encouraged to complete their profiles and submit all required documents well before the closing time.
National Treasury Recruitment Enquiries
For recruitment-related enquiries, applicants may contact the National Treasury Human Resources Recruitment Support Team: Email: Recruitment.Enquiries@treasury.gov.za, The vacancy advertisement also lists Recruitment.Enquries@treasury.gov.za under the individual posts. Applicants should use the official recruitment contact details provided by the department for clarification. Enquiry email addresses are for questions only and must not be used to submit applications.
The National Treasury reserves the right not to fill the advertised positions, withdraw a vacancy, place a recruitment process on hold or re-advertise a position. Qualified candidates who meet the stated requirements are encouraged to apply through the official e-Recruitment System before the closing deadline. Apply online: https://erecruitment.treasury.gov.za/eRecruitment/
