Assistant Director: Municipal Regional Support

Overview

Assistant Director role supporting municipal capacity development and financial management across Western Cape municipalities.

Requirements

• An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification);
• A minimum of 3 years relevant experience.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Sector Finance;
• Financial legislation in the public sector;
• Applicable financial management systems;
• Monitoring and reporting procedures;
• Statistical packages;
• Municipal finances project management.
• Skills in the following: Computer literacy;
• Written and verbal communication;
• Management skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Conflict Management;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Organising and planning skills;
• Presentation skills.

Duties

• Strengthen the internal capacity of Municipalities to deliver on their mandate;
• Manage and co-ordinate municipal support interventions;
• Monitor and evaluation cross-cutting projects (Shared Services, Grant Management, Performance Management at municipal level);
• Gather all relevant information related to Municipal Performance and Compliance;
• Human Resource Management;
• Financial Management.

How to apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries: Dr S Johnstone Tel No: (021) 483-4647

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS