Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at Gamagara Local Municipality

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• An appropriate and recognised NQF level 7 qualifications in the fields of Accounting, Finance and Economics, or equivalent financial qualification. A Minimum five (5) years’ experience at middle management level in a financial management environment preferably in the local government environment. A valid code 08 (EB) drivers’ licence. Registration with SAICA or a similar professional body will be an added advantage.
• The successful candidate must meet the minimum competency requirements for municipal
• Chief Financial Officers (SAQA ID No. 48965) in terms of the Municipal Regulations on Minimum
• Competency Levels. A candidate who does not yet meet these requirements must obtain the competency within 18 months of appointment. Advanced computer literacy and proven experience in managing financial accounting systems are essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Strategic financial planning and budgeting aligned to the IDP, oversight of budgeting, accounting, reporting, cash flow, debt, assets, and supply chain management, ensure compliance with MFMA and other applicable legislation, provide strategic financial advice to Council and the Accounting Officer, ensure sound financial governance and reporting to all spheres of government

INSTRUCTIONS

• Applications must be submitted on the prescribed Application Form (Annexure C) for Senior Managrs, obtainable from the municipal website or HR Office accompanied by a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV), certified copies of qualifications (not older than 3 months) and certified copy of ID and driver’s licence (not older than 3 months).
• A successful candidate will be required to enter in performance management contract.
• No faxed, emailed or Z83 applications will be accepted. Enquiries to be directed to Mr Kabelo
• Appie at Human Resource office Telephone: 053 723 6000 Submission of Applications the attention of Mr. Lebogang Seetile, Municipal Manager of Gamagara Local Municipality P.O.
• Box1001, Kathu, 8446 Or hand-deliver at: Corner Hendrick Van Eck & Frikkie Meyer Roads, Kathu

Closing Date: 20 February 2026 at 15:00.