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Requirements

Grade 12 plus an appropriate undergraduate (NQF level 6) qualification in Financial Management, Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification as recognized by SAQA.

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Financial Management of which 3 years must have been at an Assistant Director level. A valid driver’s license (with the exception of people with disabilities).

Knowledge, Competencies, and Skills Sound and in-depth knowledge of relevant prescripts and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations, Labour Relations Act, 139 Public Finance Management Act, Financial systems: PERSAL, BAS, CSD and LOGIS.

Experience of and insight into legislation which impacts on financial management.

Proven extensive experience in: financial planning, budgeting, reporting, revenue, expenditure management, accounting, supply chain management and assets management.

Thorough understanding of policy analysis and development.

People Management.

Financial Management.

Problem Solving.

Planning & organizing.

Time Management.

Policy analysis and development.

Good Communication skills.

Group dynamics.

Diversity management.

Facilitation skills.

Co-ordination skills.

Leadership skills.

Responsiveness.

Proactiveness.

Professionalism.

Accuracy.

Flexibility.

Independent.

Co-operative.

Team player.

Supportive.

Willing to work under changing and difficult circumstances.

Ability to work in a highly pressured environment and driven by a sense of urgency to meet deadlines.

Client focused finance strategist.

Action-oriented and results-driven.

Duties

Provide and ensure sound, effective, efficient and economical financial management services in the district.

Manage Financial Planning, Budgeting and Reporting.

Manage the Financial Revenue, Expenditure Management and Accounting.

Manage the provision of supply chain management.

Manage Asset and Inventory.

Manage and utilise resources (Human and Physical) in accordance with relevant directives and legislation.

How to apply

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