Deputy Director: Financial Planning

Requirements

A Senior Certificate plus a relevant Financial Information Systems (FIS) qualification, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Financial Management/Accounting at NQF Level 7, as recognised by SAQA. A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in a finance environment at Assistant Director level. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel, graphs and pivot table interpretation. Knowledge of budgeting, preparation and analysis. Knowledge of BAS and PERSAL. A driver’s licence is a prerequisite. Competencies: Communication skills, both oral and written. Client orientation and customer focus. Honesty and integrity. Service delivery innovation. Knowledge management. Financial management. Problem-solving and analysis. Strategic capability and leadership. Programme and project management. People management and empowerment. Change management. Knowledge of the Public Service Regulatory Framework and policy formulation processes within government. Understanding business and management principles relating to strategic planning, resource allocation, human resource modelling and leadership techniques. Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques. Statistical and data analysis. Policy analysis and research. Analytical thinking, report writing and presentation skills. An understanding of financial statements will be an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate and consolidate inputs for the compilation of the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF). Coordinate and consolidate inputs for the compilation of the Estimates of National Expenditure (ENE). Compile Adjusted Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE), including reprioritisation, requests for additional funds and movement of funds, for the branches. Allocate funds to the various responsibilities within the branches. Coordinate inputs for in-year monitoring reports for the branches. Compile expenditure forecasts for the branches. Compile monthly management reports. Advise budget managers on budget-related matters. Cost the establishment. Assist with the preparation and review of the financial statements.

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EE Target: African/White Male