Employment and Labour Assistant Director: Treasury & Investments Management Vacancy 2026

Opportunity Overview

The Compensation Fund, operating under the Department of Employment and Labour, is offering a professional opportunity for an Assistant Director in Treasury & Investments Management. This role is based in Pretoria and is essential for the effective financial stewardship of the Fund.

This position involves critical functions related to the management and oversight of the Compensation Fund's investment portfolios and daily financial operations. It offers an opportunity to contribute to public service within a key financial management capacity.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 6) recognised by SAQA in Finance, Investment Management, Financial Economics, or Financial Accounting.
• A minimum of 4 years of functional experience in a Treasury, Finance, Investment Management, or Financial Accounting environment.
• At least 2 years of the required experience must have been at a senior state accountant or supervisory level.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of financial management duties, including:

• Reviewing reports that detail the position and performance of various investment portfolios.
• Executing investment accounting review functions for the portfolios under management.
• Monitoring the daily cash flow of the Compensation Fund to ensure liquidity and stability.
• Managing the resources within the sub-directorate to achieve operational objectives.

What the Work Involves

As an Assistant Director in Treasury & Investments Management at the Compensation Fund in Pretoria, you will primarily work in an office environment, focusing on financial oversight and strategic management. Your daily tasks will involve deep dives into financial data, analysing investment performance reports, and ensuring that the Fund's assets are managed effectively. You will be instrumental in tracking the Fund's cash flow, making sure there is always sufficient liquidity for its operations. This role also includes supervising and managing the resources within your sub-directorate, which involves guiding staff and optimising processes to meet financial goals and regulatory compliance.

How to Apply

To apply for this opportunity, please direct your application to the following email address:

• Email Address: Jobs-CF6@labour.gov.za
• For Attention: Sub-directorate: Human Resources Planning Practices and Administration
• Reference Number: Ensure to quote REF NO: HR5/1/2/3/23 in your application.

Note: Priority will be given to Persons with disability, Indians and Whites.