Regional Head: Finance Salary : R1 340 691 Per Annum, (All-Inclusive Package) Centre : Gauteng Region

Requirements

An undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognised by SAQA in Accounting / Financial Management / Cost Management Accounting or equivalent qualification. A certificate for entry into the Senior Management Services (SMS) obtained from the National School of Government (NSG) is compulsory (required from all applicants prior to appointment). Five [5] years of experience at a middle/senior managerial level in a similar environment. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Required Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of the South African Criminal Justice System and the Correctional Services Architecture. Understanding of public service policy and related legislative framework (Public Service Act and Regulations, Public Finance Management Act, with emphasis on the Correctional Service Act 111 of 1998 as amended). Competencies and Attributes: Financial management skills. Strategic capability and leadership. Policy development. Communication. Project and programme management. Transformation and change management. Client orientation and customer focus. Problem solving and analysis. Service delivery innovation. Decision making, people management and empowerment. Integrity and honesty. Confidentiality. Interpersonal relations. Understanding of Public Service policy and legislative frameworks. Assertiveness and ability to network. Diplomacy, tactful, influence and impact.

Key Responsibilities

Support and advice the Regional Commissioner and senior managers on finance and supply chain management matters. Effective management of financial accounting. Effective management of management accounting. Effective management of logistic administration. Effective management of procurement and contract management processes. Management of the external audit process. Effective risk management to ensure compliance with the risk management plan of the DCS. Management of performance information. Management of human resources, finances and assets.

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Appointment under the Correctional Service Act