Deputy Director-general: Office of the CFO

Overview

Deputy Director-general in the Office of the CFO at the Mpumalanga Department of Education, requiring an honours degree and eight years of senior managerial experience.

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 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 nyukela@thensg.gov.za.
• 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.
• All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.
• Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity.

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.

How to apply

The Mpumalanga Department of Education awaits applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons for appointment to positions, as set out below: Should be uploaded via the following link https://erecruitment.mpg.gov.za

Enquiries: Ms LH Moyane Tel No: (013) 766 5520

Notes

The successful candidate will have to sign an annual performance agreement, annually disclose his/her financial interests and be subjected to a security clearance. Appointment will be subject to competency assessment. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job. Following the interview and technical exercise the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency based assessments) The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Applications should be submitted on the latest Form Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department. Applications must in all cases be accompanied by a recently updated comprehensive CV only. Only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview following communication from the relevant HR section of the Department. The filling of posts will be done in terms of the Department’s approved Employment Equity Plan. Due to ongoing internal processes, the Department reserves the right to withdraw any post at any time. The Department reserves the right to verify the qualifications of every recommended candidate prior to the issuing of an offer of appointment. All short-listed candidates will be subject to a vetting process prior to appointment. If no response is received from Mpumalanga Department of Education within 90 days after the closing date of the advertisement, applicants must assume that their application was not successful. 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. Enquiries should be directed to 013 766 5524/5175/5267/5458/5350: Ms. NP Magagula / Ms. SL Mkhatshwa / Ms. SR Ndzinisa / Mr. X Sifunda, YT Mthethwa - HR Recruitment. MANAGEMENT ECHELON