CHIEF DIRECTOR-COMPETITIVENESS INCENTIVES (REFERENCE NUMBER: IFB – 118/119) 2026 JANUARY INTAKE

Overview: To provide strategic leadership and management of Incentive
Programmes under the Chief Directorate Competitiveness Incentive within the
Incentives Branch.

SALARY :

R1 494 900 per annum, (Level 14) (All-inclusive remuneration package)

CENTRE :

Sunnyside, Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS :

A qualification at NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in Economics, Finance,
Public Management, or relevant qualification. 5 years’ experience at a senior
managerial level in Economic/Incentive Administration in both public and
private environments.

 

Key Requirements: Demonstrated experience in strategy design, planning and implementation of incentive programmes. Indepth knowledge of incentive administration processes, systems, policies and procedures. Knowledge of relevant legislation and broader government economic policies, financial and operational risk reporting, and PFMA/Treasury Regulations. Ability to manage internal controls, governance processes, compliance frameworks, and risk management.

 

Strong stakeholder management skills with experience in building partnerships with local and international institutions. Proven ability in financial management, project management, programme management, and strategic planning. Excellent
report writing, research, presentation, communication and problem-solving
skills. Strong people management, leadership and empowerment skills.
Computer literacy (MS Office packages).

DUTIES :

Policy Analysis & Programme Development: Analyse policies, regulation and
legislation to Strategy and Planning. Design and implement strategies and
action plans for effective incentive administration. Prepare funding requests,
spending plans, and delivery team consolidation. Competitiveness Incentive
Interventions. Provide guidance on developing and managing systems,
policies and procedures.

 

Oversee research, automation, and continuous improvement of incentive administration. Lead the implementation of improving applications and claims documentation and templates for efficient incentive administration Monitoring and Evaluation. Monitor performance against operational and project plans, incentive reconciliations, and risk registers. Evaluate implementation progress of approved projects and manage contingent liability. Stakeholder Management.

 

Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with local and international institutions. Manage stakeholder relations, resolve client challenges, and communicate programme progress. Internal Controls and Governance. Oversee audit processes, legal disputes, compliance with guidelines, and SOP development. Proactively manage all legal disputes, litigation cases and legal responses. Ensure training on governance, legislative processes, and risk mitigation.

 

Chief Directorate Management. Oversee strategic, operational, financial and human resource management of the Chief Directorate. Provide strategic leadership to the development and execution of operational plans for incentive schemes. Communicate performance criteria and oversee compliance with standards

ENQUIRIES :

L Mdashe, Tel No: 012 394 3103/ L Mabokela 012 394 1809 / D Mathavha, 012
394 3864 / K Xaluva, 012 394 1563

 

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: RSA RETAIL BONDS REFERENCE NUMBER: S051/2025/6

Division: Asset And Liability Management (ALM)
Purpose: To assist with the creation of a conducive environment and culture of
saving in South Africa through the marketing and issuances in the
administration of RSA Retail Bonds.

SALARY :

R582 444 per annum (Excl. benefits)

CENTRE :

Pretoria

REQUIREMENTS :

A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum National Diploma (NQF 6)/ B.
Degree (NQF 7) in Economics/ Accounting/Business Management, Marketing,
Investment and Finance, A minimum 3 years’ experience obtained in financial
markets, banking sector and capital markets, retail banking, private wealth
management. Experience in delivering internal and external customer service
excellence through adherence to quality service standards.

 

Knowledge and experience in creating commercially viable client solutions that deliver measurable value and business growth. Knowledge in research methodologies. Knowledge in market analysis related to information for
utilisation in the broader business, Experience in qualitative and quantitative
analysis of domestic markets.

DUTIES :

Some key Outputs include:

RSA Retail Bonds Administration: Assist with the verification of withdrawals, estate and late payments and support solutions on exceptions, Verify Proforma correspondence to investors (audit and tax inquiries/ investor communication). Assist with interest and redemption payments against public debt register, Engage stakeholders on the implementation rates changes for implementation, Adhere to audit procedures and assist auditors during annual audit process.

 

Retail Bonds Stakeholder Engagement: Assist in the engagement of stakeholders through roadshows and other marketing strategies, Assist with awareness drives and engage stakeholders on the accessibility of the product, Encourage savings through robust intervention and exposure of the product through various stakeholders’ platforms to enhance visibility, Assist with publishing of articles on improved bond offerings on the website and other mediums.

 

Marketing: Assist with the provision of inputs annually market drives and awareness campaigns. Assist with promotions and exhibitions on new products.

Benchmarking and Research: Assist with comprehensive benchmarking initiative with reputable local and international institutions. Assist with research to improve the product and value proposition to maintain appropriateness within the market.

ENQUIRIES :

ONLY (No applications): Recruitment.Enquries@treasury.gov.za