The legal mandate and core business of the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) are to manage, protect and conserve South Africa’s environment and natural resources. The mandate is informed by section 24 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act No. 108 of 1996), which affords everyone the right to (a) an enviro...
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National Diploma (NQF 6) in Accounting / Financial Management or relevant qualification within the related field as recognised by SAQA.
A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Financial Management or relevant field of which three years should be at an entry /junior managerial level (Assistant Director level).
Knowledge of financial management, accounting and business practices. Financial management, Accounting.
Government budgeting processes.
Costs accounting.
Risk management.
Public Service financial legislative frameworks.
Ability to establish and manage financial management systems and controls.
Knowledge of strategic planning and budgeting and Modified Cash Standards (MCS). Ability to develop, interpret and apply policies, strategies, and legislation.
Knowledge of HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations and dealing with conflict. Assist in career planning and effective deployment of personnel.
Ability to control and manage the acquisition of services and asset of the department.
Sufficient knowledge of specific computer software packages and efficient use of associated hardware.
Perform in-house training for subordinates. The candidates must be in possession of the following skills:
Organising, Facilitation skills, Communication (Written and verbal); interpersonal relations and good computer skills.
Advanced skills in respect of formal presentation and public speaking; negotiation skills.
Stakeholder engagement and project management Ability to protect the confidentiality of documents.
Ability to gather and analyse information; to work independently and in a team.
A highly developed sense of honesty.
Ability to work under pressure and to work long hours voluntarily.
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