Careers in Administration

Closing Date

2023/05/19

Reference Number

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Tracking Number

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Job Title

Executive Director: Spatial Planning & Economic Development

AND

Chief Financial Officer

Department

Administration

Enquiries

Director: Corporate Services, Mr. K.H. Mrali at (043) 783 2201/4162.

Job Type

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Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Eastern Cape

Location - Town / City

Amathole District Municipality

Job Purpose

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Minimum Requirements

Executive Director requirements: A South African citizen or permanent resident; at least a Bachelor degree in the field of Social or Developmental or Business Sciences or a relevant qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at a NQF level 8 with a minimum of 120 credits; minimum of 7 years at senior and middle management level, of which at least 2 years must be at senior management level; Certificate in Municipal Financial Management Programme (SAQA qualification ID No. 48965) or Certificate in Municipal Development (CPMD) is a requirement in terms of the Minimum Competency Requirements of National Treasury Regulations; demonstrable past general management experience in the fields of Public Administration and / or Economic Development; knowledge and experience of good corporate governance and compliance in a government or quasi government environment as well as policy formulation and implementation; strategic thinking as well as formulation of strategies and objectives are essential; practical understanding of the constitutional; legislative and policy frameworks governing the local sphere of government and in particular, the responsibilities of a senior manager in terms of the Municipal Systems Act (32 of 2000) and the Municipal Finance Management Act (56 of 2003); registration with a relevant professional body would be an added advantage; a valid code B driver’s license.

Chief Financial Officer requirements:

A South African citizen or permanent resident; at least Post Graduate Degree or a Degree qualification  in the field of Accounting, Finance or Economics registered on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF Level 8 with a minimum of 120 credits or Chartered Accountant (SA); minimum of 7 years at senior management levels, of which at least 2 years must be at senior management level; demonstrable past financial and general management experience and should possess good business acumen; knowledge and experience of the principles of good corporate governance and compliance in a government or quasi government environment; Policy formulation and implementation; National Treasury Certificate in Management Development for Municipal Finance (CPMD) qualification as per Government Gazette 29967; practical understanding of the Constitutional, Legislative and Policy frameworks governing the local sphere of government, and in particular, the responsibilities of a senior manager in terms of the Municipal Systems Act No. 32 of 2000 and the Municipal Finance Management Act; good understanding and ability to implement MFM Act No.56 of 2003.

Recommendation

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Key Performance Areas

Executive Director duties: Providing strategic guidance and leadership towards the rendering of Land, Human Settlement and Economic Development services for Amathole District. Ensuring the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of strategies and programmes that work towards the achievement of goals relating to Local Economic Development, Land and Human Settlement; development and management  of policies and systems to ensure smooth running of the day to day operations, procedures and processes that relate to all the above stated functions; providing an advisory service to the senior management and council leadership regarding relevant policy and legislative issues of compliance, compiling and managing the Directorate’s annual Capital and Operational Budget; preparing and submitting reports to the Municipal Manager, Council and Council committees; compilation of annual reports; taking responsibility and managing Performance Management System for the directorate; ensuring optimum utilisation of Council resources; leading and managing staff and all related resources.

Chief Financial Officer duties: Providing strategic support to the offices of the Municipal Manager and the Executive Mayor for the day-to-day financial management of the Municipality; fulfilling the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) as prescribed by the Municipal Finance Management Act No. 56 of 2003 (MFMA); preparing and implementing the budget; advising the senior managers in terms of budgeting, accounting, analysis, financial reporting, cash management, debt management and other duties as delegated to the CFO from time to time; advising the Municipal Manager, Executive Mayor and other Office-bearers on matters of financial and economic strategies including policy formulation; development and implementation of appropriate financial policies, procedures and rules applicable to the Municipality or re-evaluate the existing financial architecture to ensure relevance & compliance; preparing and submitting regular reports to Council, Executive Mayor, Provincial and National Departments as prescribed by various pieces of legislation; preparing budget in terms of legislated timeframes; preparation and implementation of medium term financial plans; calculation, determination and implementation of tariffs for Municipal Services and facilities; budgetary controls and monitoring of spending patterns and generation of income in terms of Council’s approved SDBIPs; monitoring and controlling of proper accounting systems; preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with acceptable accounting practices; cash & investment management; billing processes and revenue collection; development, implementation, monitoring and maintenance of asset registers and municipal wide internal control systems; managing the Human Capital of the Budget and Treasury Office; taking an active role in the preparation of audit periods.

Competencies

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Remuneration

Executive Director: Spatial Planning & Economic Development:

All-inclusive salary package: (Minimum: R1 206 468.00 - Midpoint: R1 436 273.00 - Maximum: R1 620 698.00)

Chief Financial Officer:

All-inclusive salary package: (Minimum: R1 206 468.00 - Midpoint: R1 436 273.00 - Maximum: R1 620 698.00)

Notes

The closing date is:  19 May 2023 @ 15h30

The Amathole District Municipality is a Category C (Grade 6) Municipality, established in terms of the Municipal Structures Act. It is situated on the central coast of the Eastern Cape with its headquarters based in East London. The Municipality is looking for visionary, inspirational, customer-oriented, high caliber and trend-setting strategist, experienced and suitably qualified individuals to fill the following positions: Executive Director: Spatial Planning & Economic Development AND Chief Financial Officer

Kindly note that candidates will be required to undergo security and reference checks. A successful candidate will be required to sign both written employment contract as well as a performance agreement with the municipality and required to disclose his/her financial interests. Furthermore, a successful candidate must attain the minimum competency level in the finance management as prescribed in terms of the Municipal Finance Management Act 2003, within 18 months from the date of appointment.

Interested persons should fill the application forms that are available for Senior Managers at the ADM Offices and website www.amathole.gov.za. The detailed CVs must be attached to the application forms together with certified copies of relevant certificates including ID and submitted to:  Amathole District Municipality, Corporate Services Department, 15 Rees Road, Quigney, East London, 5201, East London or post applications to the addresses provided below. Take note that certification of relevant certificates including ID copy should not be older than 3 months.

NB! Faxed, emailed, incomplete and late applications will not be considered. Canvassing with Councillors and whoever, is not permitted and proof thereof will result in disqualification.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted and if you are not contacted within 30 days after the closing date, you may regard your application as unsuccessful. It must be noted that ADM reserves the right not to appoint in this position. Amathole District Municipality is committed to the achievement and maintenance of employment equity and diversity, especially in respect of race, gender and people with disabilities.