Assistant Director: Departmental Performance Monitoring And Reporting

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Overview This role is for an Assistant Director specializing in Departmental Performance Monitoring and Reporting within the Department of Tourism, based in Pretoria. The position, with reference number DT59/2026, offers a salary of R487,197 per annum (Level 09), excluding service benefits. The Department of Tourism encourages applications from Coloured Male and White Male candidates, as well as Youth and People with Disabilities, as part of its Employment Equity requirements. What you will do * Coordinate the submission of organisational performance reports in line with the PFMA and Treasury Regulations. * Coordinate communication with all branches regarding their reporting requirements. * Compile departmental quarterly performance reports to National Treasury and the DPME through eQPRS. * Compile ad hoc reports as requested by entities such as The Presidency, Public Service Commission (PSC), National Treasury, and Parliament. * Coordinate the alignment of organisational performance management practices within the Department with public service practices. * Coordinate Organisational Performance Management Monitoring and Reporting. * Coordinate communication with all branches regarding performance monitoring and compliance with legislative requirements. * Coordinate the collection of quarterly performance progress reports on the implementation of the departmental strategic plan from branches. * Coordinate the analysis of quarterly performance reports received from branches for accuracy, completeness, validity of reported performance information, and level of performance against pre-set indicators and targets. * Coordinate and compile the annual performance report. * Coordinate the compilation of the Director-General’s Annual Performance Report to The Presidency. * Perform other related duties as assigned by the Deputy Director: Monitoring and Reporting. * Coordinate the compilation of in-year and end-year (quarterly and annual) performance information reports. * Prepare performance information for presentation to the Executive Authority, Accounting Officer, Portfolio Committee, Audit Committee, Branch Managers, and SMS. * Coordinate the management of an effective and efficient organisational performance management system. * Develop an Organisational Performance Management System for the Department. * Continuously review the Organizational Performance Management Framework for the Department, including policies, procedures, and guidelines. * Coordinate the maintenance of an electronic database and hard copy files for all collected and/or produced materials and information (Knowledge Management System/EDMS). * Continuously develop and maintain an organisational performance management system for the Department of Tourism. * Embed a culture of accountability in terms of reporting against set targets. * Develop and maintain adequate control measures for the effectiveness and efficiency of the business performance management function. * Develop and revise organisational performance management instruments (e.g., templates). * Provide all users with access to the organisational performance system. * Coordinate the development and maintenance of a reliable database of all stakeholders. * Maintain and update the organisational performance management checklist and reporting schedule covering all reporting requirements. * Coordinate and manage organisational performance management audits. * Provide inputs for the continuous improvement of the performance management guidelines for consolidation. * Develop a monitoring and reporting schedule. * Develop a reporting template for the branches’ quarterly reports. * Upload final departmental reports and relevant documents on EDMS. Requirements (from the original advert) * A recognised NQF Level 6 qualification in Social Sciences/ Management/ Business Administration/ Public Administration or equivalent qualification. * 3-4 years’ experience in strategic planning, performance monitoring and reporting, of which 2 years must be at a senior practitioner level or equivalent. * Knowledge of organisational performance management system. * Knowledge of eQPRS. * Attention to details. * Deadline-driven. * Ability to work under pressure. * Ability to gather and analyse information. * Ability to develop and apply policies. * Government Planning (Legislation and Cycle). * Government Reporting (Legislation and Cycle). * Legislative and Regulatory Framework: Public Finance Management Act, 1999 as Amended (PFMA). * Treasury Regulations of 2005 as amended. * Framework for Strategic Plans and Annual Performance Plans from the National Treasury 2010. * National Treasury Framework for Managing Programmes Performance Information. 2007. * Guidelines for the preparation of the Annual Report. * Performance Information Handbook. * Policy Framework for the government-Wide Monitoring and Evaluation System. * Guidelines on the Preparation of Quarterly Performance Reports. * All applicable directives from relevant authorities. * Monitoring and Reporting procedures. * Information Security Policies. * Administrative procedures. * Knowledge of analysing, interpreting, monitoring, evaluation and reporting performance information. * Knowledge of policy development, analysis and implementation. * Good communication skills (verbal and written). * Organisational, Planning and Co-ordination skills. * Ability to work individually and in a team. * Facilitation and presentation skills. * Good interpersonal relations skills. * Analytical and Research skills. * Financial Management. * Project Management. * Personnel Management. * Computer literacy. * Problem-solving skills. * Creative thinking. * Innovation. * Sense of responsibility. * Initiative. * Conflict resolution. Who should apply The ideal candidate is a professional holding an NQF Level 6 qualification in Social Sciences, Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or an equivalent field. They should possess 3-4 years of experience in strategic planning, performance monitoring, and reporting, with at least 2 years at a senior practitioner level. Essential attributes include strong attention to detail, being deadline-driven, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. The role requires comprehensive knowledge of government planning and reporting legislation, frameworks such as PFMA and National Treasury guidelines, and specific systems like eQPRS. Applicants must demonstrate strong analytical, research, communication, organisational, planning, coordination, facilitation, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Computer literacy, problem-solving abilities, creative thinking, innovation, a sense of responsibility, initiative, and conflict resolution skills are also crucial. Candidates from designated groups, specifically Coloured Male and White Male, as well as Youth and People with Disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/department-of-tourism-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-dt59-2026 Source: govpage

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