Deputy Director-General: Office of the CFO at Mpumalanga Department of Education

REQUIREMENTS

• An appropriate SAQA recognised Honors Degree or Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent qualification (NQF level 8) relevant to the specific field plus a minimum of 8 - 10 years' experience at senior managerial level. Registration as CA (SA) would be an added advantage. Valid driver's license.

Knowledge, skills, training and competencies required:

• Sound technical knowledge of GRAP (Generally Recognised Accounting Practices), which will encompass the transition to the accrual basis of accounting, performance budgeting and the Public Service Legislative Framework for Financial and Supply Chain Management.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of the provisions of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and the Division of Revenue Act. Sound knowledge of the Public Service Act and –Regulations, the Employment of Educators Act and other HR-related policy frameworks and practices. Sound knowledge of the strategic planning processes.
• Ability to provide sound technical advice on the performance of the departmental financial system to the Accounting Officer and Line Managers. Strong leadership ability in securing financial resources for the Department to adequately fund the Strategic Plan. Ability to capitalize on human potential and to build a strong financial delivery team. Advanced planning, organising and project management skills. Excellent verbal communication- and report writing skills. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a relevant technical exercise.
• Please note: With effect from 1 April 2020, an individual may only qualify for appointment at SMS level provided that said official has successfully completed a Public Service Senior Management Leadership Programme and that he/she can produce the required Pre-entry Certificate as issued by the National School of Governance (NSG) on her/his own cost. For further information related to the on-line course, interested officials are advised to contact [email protected]. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

DUTIES

• Develop, implement and maintain appropriate mechanisms to timeously respond to the changing needs for financial information, the interpretation thereof and the rendering of technical advice to the Accounting Officer. Ensure that the financial resources and assets of the Department are utilised effectively and economically to realize the objectives of the Strategic Plan.
• Provide technical advice to Line Managers to ensure the equitable allocation, maintenance and utilization of resources in line with the strategic objectives of the Department, legislative imperatives and good governance principles. Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations and the Division of Revenue Act. Meet the reporting requirements and standards set in terms of the PFMA, Division of Revenue Act and financial statements.
• Ensure adequate internal financial control arrangements and systems for the accountable delegation of financial powers, asset security, monitoring and evaluation, early warning and timeous corrective action. Assist the Accounting Officer by applying cost benefit analysis principles ensuring value for money. Oversee the budgetary process within the Department, exercise budgetary control and provide early warning arrangements at a strategic level.
• Develop and facilitate the implementation of Supply Chain Management Systems consistent with legislative and other good governance arrangements. Oversee the preparation and submission of the annual financial statement and liaise with the Auditor General in this regard. Oversee the rendering of diverse HR Management-, labour relations and HR development services within the Department.