Deputy Director: Performance Monitoring Data Management System REF NO: DD/PMDMS/2026

In brief

**Overview** The role of Deputy Director: Performance Monitoring Data Management System, based at the Northern Cape Office of the Premier, involves managing and coordinating provincial performance data and monitoring systems. This position is central to ensuring accurate reporting and analysis on national and provincial priorities, and supporting departments in their performance monitoring efforts. **What you will do** * Manage and coordinate provincial performance data for reporting and performance analysis on national and provincial priorities, utilizing integrated monitoring data management systems. * Manage and contribute to the development of an integrated monitoring and evaluation assessment for departmental performance reports. * Coordinate and monitor the implementation of Annual Performance Plans. * Monitor the timely submission of quarterly performance reports by all provincial departments. * Ensure the quality, accuracy, and reliability of provincial performance data. * Coordinate and monitor the development of provincial information management reporting systems and capacity development initiatives. * Guide business processes and reporting requirements for data management and reporting of government priorities and sector development indicators. * Provide support to internal and external stakeholders. * Perform operational management and governance duties within the Directorate. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * **Qualifications**: * 3-year tertiary qualification in Public Administration, Development Planning, or Monitoring and Evaluation. * Post Graduate Degree will serve as an added advantage. * **Experience**: * 5 years Practical Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation and Planning. * 3 years Assistant Management experience. * **Knowledge**: * Financial Management * Human Resource Management * Government Planning Frameworks * Government Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks * Policy Development, Planning, and co-ordination * Data base management * Computer Literacy (advanced) * Compilation of management reports * Research Methodology * Managerial functions * Project Management * Public Administration and Management * Performance Information Management * Data analysis and interpretation * Data quality assurance and verification * Development and maintenance of performance monitoring and data management systems * Advanced Knowledge of Impact Assessment, Project Management, Evaluation, and Research Methodology. * **Competencies and Skills**: * Mathematics & analytical * Computer Literacy * Written and verbal communication * Organizing and administrative planning * Formal Presentation * Interpersonal relationship * Budgeting * Problem solving * Time Management * Conflict Management * Policy formulation * Research methodology * Facilitation and coordination * Ability to develop new ideas that impact on existing methods/policies/understanding * Data and Performance Information Management (Data interpretation, data management and quality assurance, and performance information management) * **Other**: * A valid driver’s licence. **Who should apply** This role is suited for a professional with a strong academic background in Public Administration, Development Planning, or Monitoring and Evaluation, coupled with extensive practical experience in monitoring, evaluation, planning, and assistant management within a government or public sector context. The ideal candidate will possess advanced knowledge in various aspects of government frameworks, data management, and project management, and demonstrate key competencies such as analytical thinking, strong communication, organizational planning, and the ability to manage complex data and performance information effectively. They should be adept at coordinating provincial performance data, developing monitoring systems, ensuring data quality, and providing stakeholder support, all while operating within established governance frameworks. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/deputy-director-performance-monitoring-data-management-system-ref-no-dd-pmdms-2026-northern-cape-office-of-the-premier Source: myjobmag

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• At least 3 years of experience.

• Project management
• Driver's licence

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