Deputy Director: Monitoring and Reporting

About the role

The Department of Correctional Services is hiring a Deputy Director: Monitoring and Reporting, based in National Head Office Strategic Planning Management. This is a permanent post, paying R932,292 a year. How to apply: should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered. Reference number to quote: HO 2026/11/30 Closing date: 09 November 2026 @ 15H45. Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV. Note: Appointment under the Public Service Act.

Responsibilities

• Compilation of performance information reports for the department.
• Manage the collection, verification and evaluation of evidence-based performance information.
• Identify early signs of non-compliance or missed targets and offer corrective strategies to line managers.
• Establish and manage the institutional PoE framework.
• Review the source documents submitted by branches to ensure it completely supports the reported performance or reasons for deviations.
• Prepare data and performance presentations to internal stakeholders and external oversight bodies, including portfolio committees, audit committee, etc. Manage and develop policies and monitoring tools.
• Draft and institutionalize internal reporting SOPs so all branches understand how, when and where to submit their data.
• Oversee the implementation of the departmental monitoring and reporting tools.
• Facilitate the monitoring and reporting training for branches and regions. ensure provision of support services within the branch.
• Coordinate the strategic management forums and meetings for the quarterly and annual reports.
• Establish and maintain appropriate internal controls and reporting systems to meet performance expectations.
• Management of human resources, finance and assets.
• Management of performance information.

Requirements

• Recognised Degree or National Diploma in Public Administration/Auditing/Statistics/Monitoring and Evaluation or relevant qualification.
• 5 years’ experience in Monitoring and Reporting of which 3 years must be at a managerial/ASD level.
• Computer literacy.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Competencies And Attributes:
• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation processes
• Knowledge of research methodologies
• Knowledge of governmental guidelines
• Public Finance Management
• Policy framework for the government-wide monitoring and evaluation system
• South African Statistical Quality Assessment Framework
• National Evaluation Policy Framework (NEPF)
• Policy imperatives, strategic planning guidelines, management and development
• Knowledge and experience of problem-solving technique
• Planning and organisation
• Relationship management, programme and project management
• Analytical thinking, presentation, research data analysis, report writing, interpersonal, communication, interpersonal and diplomacy skills
• Emotional intelligence, change management, risk management, goal orientation, leadership and people management skills