Performance Verification Officer

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

Performance Verification and Validation 

• Conduct detailed verification of performance data and reported indicators against source evidence.

Evidence Management and Quality Assurance

• Assess the reliability, completeness and consistency of supporting documentation for reported results.

Indicator Compliance Review

• Check indicator calculations, definitions and targets for accuracy against approved APP and frameworks.

Performance Audit Preparation

• Support internal and AGSA audit processes by ensuring all evidence and verification trails are complete.

Reporting and Analytics Support

• Compile verification reports with findings, recommendations and validation summaries.

System and Process Improvement

• Identify gaps in reporting systems, recommend controls to improve data integrity.

Capacity Building and Guidance

• Train programme staff on data collection, indicator definitions and evidence retention standards.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Work closely with M&E, Strategy, and Finance to align data verification with organisational reporting timelines.

Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Experience and Qualification

• A minimum of a National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Monitoring and Evaluation, Auditing, Public Administration, Business Management, or a related qualification.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in data verification, audit, or performance reporting
• Understanding of PFMA, Treasury Framework, APP and Audit processes
• Public-sector experience, preferably in a SETA or regulatory environment