JOBS AT GOVERNMENT TECHNICAL ADVISORY CENTRE (GTAC)

Launch Your Public Sector Career with GTAC in 2026

Looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in South Africa’s public sector? The Government Technical Advisory Centre (GTAC), operating under the National Treasury, is inviting talented and motivated professionals to apply for exciting vacancies in Pretoria.

Whether you’re an experienced municipal finance specialist or a skilled administrative professional, GTAC offers the chance to contribute to stronger local government performance while advancing your career.

High-Level Leadership Opportunity: Deputy Director – Municipal Support

GTAC is seeking an accomplished professional to join its Municipal Finance Improvement Programme as Deputy Director: Municipal Support (Ref: G06/2026).

What You’ll Earn

• Competitive all-inclusive package of R1.1 million to R1.29 million per year
• Fixed-term contract until 30 June 2027
• Opportunity to influence municipal financial management nationwide

Who Should Apply?

You should have:

✔ A Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 7) in Local Government Finance, Municipal Financial Management, or a related field

✔ 6–8 years of relevant experience

✔ At least 2 years of management experience

✔ Strong knowledge of municipal finance legislation and governance frameworks

Candidates with public sector experience, project management expertise, and technical advisory skills will be highly regarded.

Your Impact

In this role, you’ll help drive financial excellence across municipalities by:

• Leading municipal support projects
• Coordinating technical advisors
• Monitoring programme performance and budgets
• Supporting legislative compliance
• Building municipal financial capacity
• Engaging with key stakeholders

Administrative Career Opportunity: Team Assistant

GTAC is also recruiting a Team Assistant: Municipal Finance Improvement Programme (Ref: G07/2026).

Salary Package

• Between R338 106 and R398 277 per annum
• Additional employee benefits
• Valuable experience within a nationally recognised government programme

Minimum Requirements

Applicants need:

✔ A National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Secretarial Studies, Office Administration, or a related qualification

✔ 2–3 years of administrative support experience

✔ Excellent organisational and communication skills

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will:

• Manage executive diaries and schedules
• Organise meetings and prepare documentation
• Coordinate travel arrangements
• Maintain records and filing systems
• Handle correspondence and communications
• Provide administrative support to programme teams

How to Apply

GTAC will only accept applications submitted through its online eRecruitment system.

Prepare the following documents:

• Completed Z83 form
• Updated CV
• Certified copies of qualifications and ID documents

Application Deadline

12 June 2026 at 12:00 PM

Only South African citizens and permanent residents may apply.

Join an Employer That Values Inclusion

GTAC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women and persons with disabilities to apply. Accessible facilities and reasonable accommodation measures are available to support successful candidates.

If you’re passionate about strengthening local government and contributing to better service delivery across South Africa, this could be the career opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Apply now and become part of a team shaping the future of municipal governance.