Assistant Director: Disposal Management, Ref no. DOI 72/2024 R1 at Western Cape Government

Job Purpose    

• The Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage departmental assets.

Minimum Requirements    

• An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Accounting/ Supply Chain Management/ Commerce; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in Finance/ Supply Chain Management/ Accounting/ Auditing. 

Recommendation    

• Relevant accounting experience and working knowledge of SCOA; A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Key Performance Areas    

• Implement the asset management system, including the establishment and implementation of the Asset Management Unit and Departmental policies and procedures; Develop and maintain the strategic and annual asset management plans aligned with the departmental strategy and budget, and in consultation with Public Works where applicable; Develop and maintain asset registers, including acquisitions, maintenance management, transfers and valuations; Develop asset needs assessment, acquisition management, operational and disposal plan and execute the asset verification, investigate and report on variances, make necessary recommendations to resolve discrepancies and update the asset register; Develop, implement and manage mechanisms to safeguard assets, prepare monthly reconciliation with supporting schedules for the asset registers to the relevant accounting records and resolve uncleared items; Prepare a business plan for the lifecycle of assets including an analysis of pricing options using lifecycle costs as well as recommendations on the most appropriate asset solution; Ensure compliance with relevant legislative, statutory, regulatory, and supervisory requirements towards the achievement of component projects and goals; Determine and communicate financial requirements to execute assigned deliverables; Human Resource Management. 

Competencies    

• Knowledge of the following: Accounting; SCOA; PFMA; Logistical Information System (LOGIS); Asset Management; Skills needed: Written and verbal communication; Proven computer literacy in MS Office package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Ability to work independently and as part of a team; Problem-solving and Decision-making.