Published: 28 August 2026
Last updated: 2 September 2026
Last checked: 2 September 2026
Closing date: 11 September 2026
Advertisement status: Open
Amended advertisement: No GTAC amendment identified in Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026
Withdrawal: No GTAC withdrawal identified in Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026
Employer: Government Technical Advisory Centre (GTAC)
Circular: Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026
Employment type: Fixed-term contract
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng
Application method: GTAC eRecruitment portal
Official source: Government Technical Advisory Centre and Department of Public Service and Administration vacancy circular
Download GTAC Circular 31 of 2026 PDF and Apply
If you are looking for GTAC vacancies in 2026, Circular 31 includes three advertised positions in the Government Technical Advisory Centre.
The positions are:
- Financial Analyst
- Project Manager
- Monitoring and Reporting Evidence Checker
Important: GTAC states that only online applications are accepted for these posts. Applicants must register or sign in to the GTAC eRecruitment system and submit their applications through the online portal. Applications without a comprehensive CV and fully completed Z83 form are not considered.
Official GTAC application portal: GTAC eRecruitment
Official DPSA Circular 31 of 2026:
Use the official advertisement as the final source before applying.
About This GTAC Vacancy Update
DPSACircular.co.za is an independent South African government-job information and application guidance website. We publish information about DPSA Vacancy Circulars, government vacancies, internships, learnerships, graduate programmes, bursaries and public-sector opportunities.
We are not the official website of the Government Technical Advisory Centre, National Treasury, DPSA or the South African government.
The purpose of this article is to make the vacancy information easier to understand and help applicants identify the requirements, closing date, application method and documents needed before applying.
Vacancy Summary
| Vacancy | Reference | Salary | Level | Location | Contract |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Financial Analyst | G12/2026 | R932,292 – R1,098,195 p.a. | Level 11 | Pretoria | 12 months |
| Project Manager | G13/2026 | R932,292 – R1,098,195 p.a. | Level 11 | Pretoria | 12 months |
| Monitoring and Reporting Evidence Checker | G14/2026 | R237,453 – R279,708 p.a. | Level 05 | Pretoria | 12 months |
The Financial Analyst and Project Manager salaries are all-inclusive packages. The Evidence Checker position carries a salary plus 37% in lieu of benefits, according to the supplied advertisement.
Table of Contents
- About This GTAC Vacancy Update
- Vacancy Summary
- Editorial Review
- What Is GTAC?
- GTAC Vacancies in Circular 31
- 1. Financial Analyst
- 2. Project Manager
- 3. Monitoring and Reporting Evidence Checker
- Which GTAC Vacancy Fits Your Background?
- What the Requirements Mean
- Who Should Apply?
- Who Should Not Apply?
- Application Checklist
- How to Apply for GTAC Circular 31 Vacancies
- Common Application Mistakes
- Selection Process
- Fixed-Term Contract Explained
- Amendments and Withdrawals
- Official Sources
- Related Government Job Guides
- Frequently Asked Questions
- About the Author
- Disclaimer
Editorial Review
DPSACircular.co.za reviewed the vacancy details against the supplied official government advertisement. Our review focused on the advertised positions, reference numbers, salary information, qualification requirements, experience requirements, closing date and application instructions. Readers should use the official advertisement as the final source before submitting an application.
The supplied GTAC advertisement states that applications close on 11 September 2026 and that only online applications through the GTAC eRecruitment system are accepted.
The official DPSA Circular 31 page identifies Circular 31 of 2026 as the Public Service Vacancy Circular published on 28 August 2026 and lists GTAC under the national departments section.
What Is GTAC?
The Government Technical Advisory Centre, known as GTAC, is a component of National Treasury. Its work includes public-sector technical advisory services, programme and project management, transaction support and capacity-building activities related to public finance management.
GTAC operates through areas including technical advisory, programme management and business support.
For this recruitment round, the advertised positions relate to the Jobs Fund Programme Management Unit, with responsibilities covering financial analysis, project management, monitoring, reporting and evidence verification.
For additional information about GTAC, visit the .
GTAC Vacancies in Circular 31
Circular 31 contains three GTAC opportunities.
The vacancies target different professional backgrounds:
- Finance, economics and development-finance professionals
- Project and programme management professionals
- Administration, monitoring and evaluation, finance and data-verification candidates
The three positions also have different experience thresholds. Applicants should compare the requirements rather than applying based only on the salary or job title.
1. Financial Analyst
Post: 31/28
Reference: G12/2026
Directorate/Unit: Jobs Fund Programme Management Unit
Salary: R932,292 – R1,098,195 per year
Salary level: 11
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
Location: Pretoria
Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree, Advanced Diploma or BTech at NQF Level 7 in Finance, Project Finance, Economics or a related field
Experience: At least 4 years of experience after completion of training/internship
Postgraduate qualification: Finance-related postgraduate qualification is advantageous.
What does the Financial Analyst do?
The position focuses on financial analysis and financial aspects of Jobs Fund projects.
The advertised duties include:
- Reviewing Jobs Fund regulatory frameworks and policies
- Interpreting legislation and regulations
- Supporting investment proposal due diligence
- Conducting financial appraisals
- Analysing financial models
- Reviewing funding allocations
- Assessing commercial, financial, risk and institutional information
- Preparing appraisal reports
- Reviewing contracts
- Analysing project portfolios
- Checking financial information
- Performing variance analysis
- Auditing payment documentation
- Identifying financial risks and non-compliance
- Preparing disbursement reports
- Monitoring financial progress
- Supporting financial reporting
- Assisting with policy development and implementation
- Working with stakeholders
- Supporting knowledge management
- Developing financial models and forecasts.
Who is this vacancy suited to?
This position is better suited to candidates with a strong finance, economics or project-finance background who have experience analysing financial information and supporting public-sector or development-finance projects.
Public-sector experience is advantageous according to the advertisement.
2. Project Manager
Post: 31/29
Reference: G13/2026
Directorate/Unit: Jobs Fund Programme Management Unit
Salary: R932,292 – R1,098,195 per year
Salary level: 11
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
Location: Pretoria
Minimum qualification: Bachelor’s degree, Advanced Diploma or BTech at NQF Level 7 in Development Finance, Economics, Business Management, Project Management, Project Finance or a related field
Postgraduate qualification: NQF Level 8 qualification is advantageous
Experience: At least 5 years’ project or programme management experience, including at least 2 years at management level.
What does the Project Manager do?
The Project Manager is responsible for planning, managing, organising and monitoring Jobs Fund project implementation.
The advertised responsibilities include:
- Managing project implementation
- Supporting the National Pathway Manager
- Developing project plans
- Monitoring deliverables
- Monitoring financial information
- Managing project dependencies
- Tracking project outcomes
- Identifying and mitigating risks
- Managing the project life cycle
- Maintaining project records
- Supporting business and project plans
- Managing project data and information
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Monitoring cash flows and expenditure
- Supporting commercial and financial analysis
- Monitoring project milestones
- Preparing status reports
- Supporting governance and compliance
- Supporting strategy and planning
- Managing financial information
- Preparing forecasts
- Maintaining stakeholder relationships.
Who is this vacancy suited to?
The position is aimed at experienced project or programme management professionals.
The experience requirement is important. Candidates need at least five years of relevant project or programme management experience, with at least two years at management level.
3. Monitoring and Reporting Evidence Checker
Post: 31/30
Reference: G14/2026
Directorate/Unit: Jobs Fund Programme Management Unit
Salary: R237,453 – R279,708 per year
Salary level: 05
Benefits: 37% in lieu of benefits
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract
Location: Pretoria
Minimum qualification: National Diploma at NQF Level 6 in Economics, Monitoring and Evaluation, Data Quality, Finance, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Public Management, Administration, Auditing or a related field
Experience: At least 2 years in administration, finance or monitoring and evaluation
Advantage: Experience as a data-quality auditor or verifier is advantageous.
What does an Evidence Checker do?
The position focuses on checking, verifying, recording and managing evidence connected with Jobs Fund activities.
The advertised duties include:
- Performing ongoing data verification
- Filing and maintaining records
- Authenticating participants
- Checking supporting documents
- Conducting telephone authentication
- Checking training registers and timesheets
- Maintaining error logs
- Preparing verification and error reports
- Following up on outstanding information
- Tracking evidence
- Communicating discrepancies
- Applying file-naming standards
- Maintaining records
- Providing administrative support
- Supporting learning reports
- Assisting with case studies
- Supporting reviews and evaluations
- Providing research support.
Who is this vacancy suited to?
This position is more suitable for candidates with a National Diploma and practical experience in administration, finance, monitoring and evaluation or related verification work.
Attention to detail, data verification, record keeping and computer literacy are relevant competencies for the position.
Which GTAC Vacancy Fits Your Background?
| Your background | Vacancy to consider | Main reason |
|---|---|---|
| Finance or Economics + 4 years relevant experience | Financial Analyst | Financial analysis and Jobs Fund funding work |
| Project/Programme Management + 5 years experience | Project Manager | Project implementation and management |
| Administration, Finance or M&E + 2 years experience | Evidence Checker | Verification, records and monitoring support |
Do not select a vacancy based only on the salary.
The stronger approach is to compare your qualification, relevant experience and demonstrated skills with the requirements in the official advertisement.
What the Requirements Mean
NQF qualification requirement
When an advertisement specifies NQF Level 6 or Level 7, your qualification needs to meet the stated academic requirement.
Do not assume a qualification in a completely different field meets the requirement because the qualification is at the same NQF level.
The field of study also matters.
Post-training or post-internship experience
For the Financial Analyst position, GTAC specifies a minimum of four years of experience after training or internship.
For the Project Manager position, the requirement is five years of project or programme management experience, including two years at management level.
For the Evidence Checker position, the requirement is two years of administration, finance or monitoring and evaluation experience.
South African citizenship and permanent residence
The advertisement states that only South African citizens and permanent residents need apply in accordance with the Public Service Regulations 2016.
Who Should Apply?
You should consider applying if:
- You meet the qualification requirement for the specific post
- You meet the required experience period
- Your experience relates to the advertised duties
- You are eligible under the citizenship or permanent-residence requirement
- You can submit the required Z83 and comprehensive CV
- You can apply through the GTAC eRecruitment system before the deadline
- You are prepared to participate in the stated selection and assessment process.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not mean you are guaranteed an interview or appointment.
Who Should Not Apply?
You should reconsider applying for a specific post if:
- Your qualification does not match the advertised field
- You do not meet the required experience period
- You cannot provide the required application information
- You miss the closing date
- You submit the application outside the specified GTAC online system
- You are not eligible under the citizenship or permanent-residence requirement
- Your application is incomplete.
GTAC states that late applications and applications not meeting the requirements will not be considered.
Application Checklist
Before submitting your application, check the following:
Qualification
- Confirm the required NQF level.
- Confirm your qualification is in the required field.
- Check whether postgraduate qualifications are listed as advantageous.
Experience
- Calculate your relevant experience.
- Confirm your experience meets the minimum period.
- For the Project Manager position, confirm you meet the management-level experience requirement.
Application form
- Complete the Z83 form fully.
- Sign the Z83 where required.
- Ensure your post title and reference number are clearly indicated.
CV
- Prepare a recent comprehensive CV.
- Ensure your CV explains your relevant duties and experience.
- Make sure the information in your CV matches your application.
Supporting documents
The advertisement states that applicants should submit originally certified copies of qualifications and identification documents with the application. Certified copies and other supporting documents are required from shortlisted candidates by HR before the interview stage.
Submission
- Apply through GTAC eRecruitment.
- Submit before 11 September 2026.
- Keep evidence of your submitted application.
How to Apply for GTAC Circular 31 Vacancies
GTAC states that applications for these vacancies must be submitted online.
Step 1: Open the official GTAC recruitment portal
Go to the GTAC eRecruitment portal.
Step 2: Register or sign in
Create an account if required or sign in to your existing account.
Step 3: Find the relevant vacancy
Check the vacancy title and reference number carefully.
Step 4: Prepare your application
Complete the Z83 and prepare your comprehensive CV and required supporting information.
Step 5: Review your information
Check your personal details, qualifications, employment history, reference number and other information before submission.
Step 6: Submit online
Complete the application through the GTAC eRecruitment system.
Step 7: Keep proof of submission
Save your application confirmation or other available evidence showing your application was submitted successfully.
Closing date: 11 September 2026.
Do not wait until the final day if you have already confirmed that you meet the requirements.
Common Application Mistakes
1. Applying for the wrong post
Check the reference number before submitting.
For example:
- Financial Analyst: G12/2026
- Project Manager: G13/2026
- Monitoring and Reporting Evidence Checker: G14/2026
2. Ignoring the experience requirement
A qualification alone does not satisfy the experience requirement.
3. Submitting a generic CV
Your CV should make your relevant experience easy for a recruitment panel to identify.
4. Leaving the Z83 incomplete
GTAC specifically states that applications without a fully completed Z83 will not be considered.
5. Using the wrong application method
These GTAC posts require online applications through the GTAC eRecruitment system.
6. Missing the closing date
Applications submitted after the closing date are not considered according to the advertisement.
7. Applying based only on salary
A higher salary does not mean the post is suitable for your qualifications and experience.
Compare your background with the actual requirements first.
Selection Process
Applicants should understand that submitting an application is only the first stage.
According to the advertisement, shortlisted candidates will be available for panel interviews.
GTAC also states that personnel suitability checks will be conducted and successful candidates will undergo security vetting.
The advertisement further states that all shortlisted candidates, including SMS candidates, undertake two pre-entry assessments:
- A practical exercise
- An integrity and ethical conduct assessment.
This means applicants should prepare for more than a conventional interview.
Fixed-Term Contract Explained
These GTAC vacancies are advertised as fixed-term contract posts additional to the establishment for 12 calendar months.
The advertisement states that contracts may be extended depending on operational needs, continuation of projects or the absence of an incumbent, subject to approval and available funds.
Applicants should not interpret the possibility of an extension as a guarantee of continued employment.
The advertisement also states that appointment to these posts does not create a legitimate expectation of permanent employment or automatic contract renewal.
Equal Opportunity and Accessibility
GTAC states that it is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from women and people with disabilities.
The advertisement also states that accessible buildings and reasonable accommodation are available.
What Happens If You Do Not Receive Feedback?
The GTAC advertisement states that if applicants do not receive feedback within two months after the closing date, they should regard their application as unsuccessful.
Keep your application records so you can refer to the vacancy details if you need to follow up through the appropriate official channels.
GTAC Vacancy Enquiries
The supplied advertisement lists:
Human Resources enquiries: Kaizer Malakoane
Telephone: 066 250 7072
Technical enquiries: jobsfund@treasury.gov.za
Applicants should use the official advertisement for the most current contact information before making an enquiry.
Amendments and Withdrawals
The official DPSA Circular 31 document contains an amendments and withdrawals section.
No GTAC amendment or withdrawal was identified in the Circular 31 amendments and withdrawals information reviewed for this article.
This status should be checked again before applying because government recruitment information can change after publication.
Last checked by DPSACircular.co.za: 2 September 2026.
Official Sources
Applicants should verify the information against the official sources before submitting an application.
Department of Public Service and Administration
The DPSA circular identifies the publication as Public Service Vacancy Circular 31 of 2026, dated 28 August 2026.
Government Technical Advisory Centre
GTAC eRecruitment
Official GTAC eRecruitment application portal
Use the official government sources as the final authority for vacancy requirements, amendments, withdrawals and application instructions.
Related Government Job Guides
For applicants who need additional help, this article should be connected to relevant guides on DPSACircular.co.za.
Recommended internal links include:
- How to Complete the Z83 Application Form
- How to Apply for South African Government Jobs
- Documents Needed for South African Government Vacancies
- How to Write a CV for Government Jobs
- Why Government Job Applications Get Rejected
- How Government Job Shortlisting Works in South Africa
- How to Prepare for a South African Government Job Interview
- How to Verify South African Government Jobs
- DPSA Salary Levels Explained
- Latest DPSA Vacancy Circular
These internal links should point to the corresponding live pages on DPSACircular.co.za rather than placeholder or invented URLs.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is GTAC?
GTAC stands for Government Technical Advisory Centre. It is a National Treasury component providing technical advisory, programme management and related public-sector support services.
2. How many GTAC vacancies are in Circular 31 of 2026?
The supplied GTAC advertisement contains three posts: Financial Analyst, Project Manager and Monitoring and Reporting Evidence Checker.
3. What is the GTAC Circular 31 closing date?
The closing date is 11 September 2026.
4. Where do I apply for GTAC Circular 31 vacancies?
Applications must be submitted online through the GTAC eRecruitment system.
5. What is the Financial Analyst reference number?
The Financial Analyst position has reference G12/2026.
6. What is the Project Manager reference number?
The Project Manager position has reference G13/2026.
7. What is the Evidence Checker reference number?
The Monitoring and Reporting Evidence Checker position has reference G14/2026.
8. What is the Financial Analyst salary?
The advertised salary is R932,292 to R1,098,195 per year, at salary level 11.
9. What is the Project Manager salary?
The advertised salary is R932,292 to R1,098,195 per year, at salary level 11.
10. What is the Evidence Checker salary?
The advertised salary is R237,453 to R279,708 per year, at salary level 05, plus 37% in lieu of benefits.
11. What qualification is required for the Financial Analyst?
The advertisement requires a Bachelor’s degree, Advanced Diploma or BTech at NQF Level 7 in Finance, Project Finance, Economics or a related field.
12. How much experience is required for the Financial Analyst?
A minimum of four years of experience after completion of training or internship is required.
13. How much experience is required for the Project Manager?
The Project Manager requires at least five years of project or programme management experience, including at least two years at management level.
14. How much experience is required for the Evidence Checker?
The Evidence Checker requires at least two years of experience in administration, finance or monitoring and evaluation.
15. Is the GTAC employment permanent?
No. These posts are advertised as 12-month fixed-term contract positions.
16. Does GTAC guarantee contract renewal?
No. The advertisement states that possible extensions depend on operational needs, project continuation, approval and available funds.
17. Do I need to complete a Z83 form?
Yes. GTAC states that applications must include a fully completed Z83 and comprehensive CV.
18. Are late GTAC applications accepted?
No. The advertisement states that late applications will not be considered.
19. What happens after shortlisting?
Shortlisted candidates are subject to panel interviews, personnel suitability checks and, for successful candidates, security vetting. The advertisement also requires two pre-entry assessments for shortlisted candidates.
20. Is DPSACircular.co.za the official GTAC website?
No. DPSACircular.co.za is an independent South African government-job information and application guidance website. Applicants should use the official GTAC and DPSA sources for final verification and applications.
About the Author
Godwin Samuel is the founder and publisher of DPSACircular.co.za.
He has more than eight years of experience in employment research, recruitment guidance and job information publishing.
His work focuses on making South African public-sector vacancy information easier for job seekers to understand, while directing applicants to official recruitment sources for final verification and applications.
Disclaimer
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DPSACircular.co.za is not affiliated with, endorsed by or operated by the Department of Public Service and Administration, Government Technical Advisory Centre, National Treasury or any South African government department.
Vacancy information on this page is provided for informational and guidance purposes. Although we review vacancy information against the available official advertisement, applicants should always consult the official government advertisement before submitting an application.
The official advertisement is the final authority regarding qualification requirements, experience, salary, closing dates, application procedures, amendments, withdrawals and other recruitment conditions.
Article Update Record
Published: 28 August 2026
Updated: 2 September 2026
Last checked: 2 September 2026
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