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17/4/2022

AGRÉMENT SOUTH AFRICA

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Fixed Term Contract
Pretoria
Remuneration: R1 304 933.04 per annum
Reference number: ASA00066/2022

Purpose of the job
To provide strategic and operational business leadership and services to Agrément South Africa Finance and Supply Chain Management Division to enable the Organisation achieve its mandate and strategic outcomes.

Key responsibilities:
Implement, improve and oversee the Finance and Supply Chain strategies, policies and business processes for Agrément South Africa by:

Developing, advising, managing and implementing Finance and Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.
Alignment of Agrément South Africa strategic Finance and Supply Chain Management policies with government policy in terms of vision, mission, values, ethics, policy, governance and risk management.
Assisting the CEO in developing medium term strategic Finance and Supply Chain Management plan and oversee implementation.
Advising on and monitoring the implementation of National Treasury directives and guidelines in the Agrément South Africa Strategic Finance and Supply Chain Management Plan.
Compliance and completion of all Financial Reporting requirements.

Manage the Agrément South Africa Finance and Supply Chain Budget by:

Monitoring the implementation of cost-effective measures and ensure that operational
expenditure is contained within the agreed budgets.
Allocating sufficient funds to ensure the medium-term viability of Agrément South Africa and direct the strategic budgeting processes and allocation.
Placing effective and appropriate controls to prevent unauthorized, irregular and futile
expenditure and reporting on budget irregularities.
Preparing Agrément South Africa’s budget vote statements.
Collating, tabulating and presenting appropriate reports/statistics as required on an ongoing basis by the Board of Agrément South Africa, the Board sub-committees, Executives, Parliament and Department of Public Works.
Leading all reporting processes (i.e. preparation, analysis and presentation) within the Finance Division e.g. Financial, Accounting, Auditing, Operational reports, the Board’s feedback, Audit and other Committee feedback.

Development and Implementation of Financial Governance and Risk Management by:

Establishing and maintaining effective and efficient financial management.
Developing management systems of internal control in the Finance Division.
Complying to relevant Financial Regulations or Legislation.
Evaluating the contents of, conclusions and recommendations emanating from the audit report and providing commendations pertaining to the findings and identified control weaknesses.

Manage the staff in the Finance and Supply Chain Management Division by:

Providing leadership and management to the staff of the Finance Division.

Oversee Finance and Supply Chain Stakeholder Relationship Management by:

Measuring and ensuring service driven outcomes and evaluating and reporting on results to the Department of Public Works.
Developing partnerships and sharing knowledge with relevant stakeholders.
Complying and adhering to stakeholder requirements.

Oversee Supply Chain Management in Agrément South Africa by:

Revising and implementing the procurement policy of the organization.
Ensuring adherence to the Organisations procurement policies and procedures, the
Preferential Framework Act, the PMFA and other applicable legislation when goods and services are procured for the Organisation.
Training the staff in the application of procurement policies and legislations.
Assisting and advising business unit managers in preparing and managing service contracts.
Negotiating preferential rates for the Organisation.
Acting as a custodian of all procurement or service contracts in the Organisation.
Overseeing the tendering processes and advising managers in their areas.
Coordinating tender processes and the evaluation thereof.
Ensuring efficient, effective and economical procurement, storage, risk control, distribution (issuing), maintenance, admin and control over assets and services for the Organisation
Ensuring that items are procured at the best cost and quality measures.
Ensuring that management information is produced and available on a monthly basis.

Manage and oversee effective Revenue Management by:

Planning for future income levels including the determination of income sources.
Focusing on the collection and allocation of revenue collected from relevant sources.
Focusing on accounting for treasury payments.
Management of the investment funds.
Implementing control mechanisms to monitor debtor accounts.

Perform any and all reasonable and agreed to tasks given by the CEO.

Minimum Requirements:

A B-Com in Financial Management/Accounting (NQF Level 7 or equivalent).
Chartered Accountant (South Africa) qualification.
A postgraduate qualification will serve as an added advantage.
5 Years’ Experience in a Senior management position in the Public sector Finance or Accounting.
Experience and working knowledge of SAGE Pastel.
Knowledge of Basic Accounting Systems, Persal, MTEF and the budget process, PFMA, PSA, PSR, Division of revenue act, Adjustments Appropriate on Act, Income Tax Act, Treasury regulations, Supply Chain Management, Internal controls procedures, advanced Microsoft Office applications.

Managerial and Technical Competencies:

Public Service Regulations.
Knowledge and Experience of PFMA.
Knowledge and Experience of Financial prescripts (GAAP and GRAP).
Knowledge and Experience of Treasury Regulations and directives (MTEF, ENE and Adjustment
Estimates).
Knowledge and Experience of Government Budget Systems and Procedures.
Knowledge and Experience of Government or Transversal Financial Systems.
Finance Strategies and Implementation thereof.
Leadership and Strategic Management.
Strategic Planning.
Financial Management principles.
Performance Management principles.
Management Accounting Principles.
Financial Control Techniques.
Financial and Accounting Systems.
Business Management principles.
Statutory Requirements e.g. Financial, Human Resources.
Service Level Agreement Framework.
Negotiation.
Influencing.
Relationship Management.
Coaching and Mentoring.
Performance Management.
Project Management.

Competencies:

Financial Analysis.
Leadership and People Management Skills.
Change Management.
Planning and Organizing.
Business Acumen.
Analytical Thinking and Decision-making Skills.
Customer Management.
Industry Acumen.
Business performance.
Accuracy (Essential).
Attention to detail (Essential).
Interpersonal Relationship Skills (Essential).
Emotional Intelligence (Essential).
Communication Skills (Essential).
Confidentiality (Essential).
Reporting Skills (Essential).
Time Management Skills (Essential).
Co-ordination Skills (Essential).
Working under stress.
Presentation Techniques.
Administrative Skills.
Risk Management.

The candidate will be subjected to integrity checks before appointment is made. Interested parties should forward their CV’s with your name, surname, position title and reference number on the subject line (e.g. Antoinette Gerber: Position interested in: Reference no: ASAxxxxx) to email address [email protected] by no later than 18 April 2022 at 16h30.

Agrément South Africa is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalized groups in line with its Employment Equity Policy. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a Competency Assessment.

Applications must be sent to [email protected].
Agrément South Africa reserves the right not to make any appointment

ECO-LABELLING MANAGER
Fixed Term Contract
Pretoria
Remuneration: R 766 729.80 per annum
Reference number: ASA00060/2022
Purpose
The main purpose of this position is to develop eco-label specifications (along with applicable scheme rules), for approval by the Board of Agrément South Africa, for scheme implementation by February 2023

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct a socio-economic impact analysis
Review existing ecoASA specifications in line with the methodology adopted by the Good Environmental Choice Australia (GECA), by reviewing the applicability of the GECA standards and any other applicable best-practice eco-label standards and its relevance in South Africa
Engage and solicit stakeholders input on the specifications
Review and update the ecoASA business model
Prepare for and lead ecoASA internal and external audits
Scheme marketing
Stakeholder engagement
Develop potential client database.
Develop a technical expert database, for the purposes of review of the specifications.
Develop specific scheme rules, applicable to the specifications.
Pilot each specification.
Participate in various technical committees of Agrément South Africa and advise on matters relating to Eco-labelling.
Present and publish research work to relevant conferences, seminars, workshops, forums, journals etc. with guidance from the Research and Development Group Leader.

Requirements:

Matric certificate plus a bachelor’s degree in Environmental/Natural Sciences or an equivalent relevant qualification (NQF level 7) plus three years’ experience in eco-labelling and/or standards/specification development.
Experience in the development and implementation of environmental and related legislation particularly relating to planning, implementation, and management of Eco-labelling systems.

Other Advantageous Requirements

ISO 14024 Training
ISO 17065 Training
Exposure to environmental standards and certification processes

Skills, Experience and Competencies

Project and Programme Management
Knowledge of environmental standards (ISO, SANS and other)
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information and attention to detail
Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information
Analytical
Coordination
Presentation
Technical Report Writing
Planning and organisation
Research

The candidate will be subjected to integrity checks before appointment is made. Interested parties should forward their comprehensive CV, certified copies of all qualifications (academic transcript must be attached) and certified copy of SA identity document with your name, surname, position title and reference number on the subject line (e.g. Khumo Sehunoe: Position interested in: Reference no: ASA00060) to email address [email protected] by no later than 18 April 2022.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with shortlisted
candidates and that Agrément South Africa reserves the right to not make any appointment.

Enquiries: Ms. Nozipho Mabasa at +27 12 841 2859.

FINANCIAL MANAGER
Fixed Term Contract
Pretoria
Remuneration: R650 000.00 per annum
Duration: 2 Years
Reference No: ASA00063/2022
Purpose:
To provide accurate financial information and manage financial systems in accordance with
generally recognized accounting practices (GRAP).

Duties and Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

Prepare financial reports for submission to ASA relevant structures and Treasury to
ensure financial information is reliable, efficient and effective
Maintain effective financial internal control through a risk assessment workshop,
ensuring ASA has mitigating controls to avert risks identified
Monitor compliance to ensure that operations are in line with Treasury regulation
and PFMA requirements
Accurately load all payroll payments from the payroll report for payment of salaries
to staff
Manage accounts receivable and payable to ensure funds are received and paid
timeously, and to comply with Treasury regulation and budgetary requirements
Ensure asset management is correctly classified and recorded in line with GRAP
standards and Treasury regulations to ensure safeguard of assets
Manage staff to ensure the finance department delivers on their mandate to the
ASA and all stakeholders.
Facilitate compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Understand the implication of changes in statutory financial requirements to the
company’s business.
Communicate this to the CFO and executive committee, and implement the
necessary company policies to comply with change.
Support the external and internal audit function to ensure compliance with
accounting standards, law and internal controls.
Financial Systems Management.
Monitor batches on the financial system to ensure that all batches are approved and
posted on a regular basis.
Follow up with all users for non-compliance.
Approving financial system generated monthly reports in preparation for standard
monthly reporting.
Ensure all journal entries are captured and approved on the financial system.
Attain clean audit.

Qualifications and Experience:

BCom or relevant degree.
At least five years’ post-admission civil experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Strong analytical ability and excellent communication skills.
Team player.
Self-development orientation.

Skills and competencies:

Financial accounting principles and regulations i.e. PFMA, GRAP
Knowledge of Organisational Legislation, Policy and Procedures
Compliance Management
Financial Management
Planning and Organising skills
Excellent communication skills
Problem solving skills
Stakeholder management skills
People management skills

Application process
The candidate will be subjected to integrity checks before appointment is made. Interested
parties should forward their CV’s with your name, surname, position title and reference
number on the subject line (e.g. Antoinette Gerber: Position interested in: Reference no:
ASAxxxxx) to email address [email protected] by no later than 18 April 2022 at
16h30.

Agrément South Africa is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalized
groups in line with its Employment Equity Policy.

Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
Applications must be sent to [email protected].

Agrément South Africa reserves the right not to make any appointment.

QUALITY ASSURANCE SPECIALIST
Full Time
Pretoria
Remuneration: R559 000 per annum
Reference number: ASA00061/2022
Purpose
The main purpose of this position is to lead audits for Agrément South Africa certified products and systems, for compliance monitoring and recertification purposes, as well as audit applicants’ quality management systems, for the purpose of certification.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform specific lead quality assurance tasks in line with Agrément South Africa’s guideline and standards.
Review process documentation for compliance with the Quality Management System
Communicate clearly within the quality assurance unit and others on the activities.
Investigate client queries/complaints related to performance-in-use of certified products and systems.
Conduct all quality assurance activities ethically.
Support Technical Assessment on the following:
Advice on corrective actions
Advice on documentation to be completed
Verify that assessment processes have been completed
Follow up on outstanding quality issues.
Promote a culture of excellence with regards to the application of Quality Assurance in the Technical Division.
Seek training and develop own skills

Requirements:

A relevant NQF 7 (or higher) qualification in Civil Engineering, Building Science, Architecture or Construction Management
5 Years Work Experience
ISO 9001:2015 Training
Experience in inspection of building systems, products and/or material, which may further include roads products, sanitation systems and other.

Other Advantageous Requirements

ISO 14024 Training
ISO 17065 Training
Accreditation as Lead Auditor

Skills, Experience and Competencies

Project and Programme Management
Knowledge of environmental standards (ISO, SANS and other)
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information and attention to detail
Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information
Analytical
Coordination
Presentation
Technical Report Writing
Planning and organisation

The candidate will be subjected to integrity checks before appointment is made. Interested parties should forward their comprehensive CV, certified copies of all qualifications (academic transcript must be attached) and certified copy of SA identity document with your name, surname, position title and reference number on the subject line (e.g. Khumo Sehunoe: Position interested in: Reference no: ASA00061) to email address [email protected] by no later than 18 April 2022.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with shortlisted
candidates and that Agrément South Africa reserves the right to not make any appointment.

Enquiries: Ms. Nozipho Mabasa at +27 12 841 2859.

TECHNICAL & ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Full Time
Pretoria
Remuneration: R 235,206.00 per annum
Reference number: ASA00064/2022
Purpose
To provide administrative and technical support to the certification processes of Agrément South Africa for evaluating the fitness for purpose of non-standardized construction products, materials, and systems against performance-based criteria.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform administrative duties for the Technical Services functions by:
Providing support to the Executive Manager: Technical Services and the Technical Group Leaders in respect of meeting coordination, including, but not limited to making all logistical arrangements required for meetings
Performing records management processes, (filing and retrieval), for the department in accordance with the document management policies.
Ensuring preparation and processing of documentation/packs required to be couriered/dispatched to clients and stakeholders.
Providing effective and efficient office administration as directed.
Providing reception support and general field general enquiries for the department
Communicating with Clients, the Executive Manager, Technical Group Leaders, and other employees on matters related to service delivery and certification, as and when required.
Preparing invoice requisitions.
Preparing all documents related to certification, such as requests for application forms, assessment criteria, printing, and courier of certificates etc.
Coordinating the service delivery process within the timelines.
Follow up with all clients and obtain customer feedback, post certification.
Being responsible for all administrative duties in the department as required from time to time.
Regular feedback to the Executive Manager: Technical Services on matters of concern.
Performing ad hoc duties as requested by the Executive Manager: Technical Services.

Requirements:

Grade 12
3 Years’ Experience in Certification and or the Built Environment Sector
Computer Literacy

Other Advantageous Requirements

ISO 9001 Training
ISO 17065 Training

Skills, Experience and Competencies

Administration
Basic Knowledge of SABS standards
Accuracy in preparing and entering information and attention to detail
Working knowledge and understanding of the relevant system and the impact of accuracy of certificates produced.
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information and attention to detail Record keeping skills
Project and Programme Management
Analytical
Coordination
Planning and organisation

The candidate will be subjected to integrity checks before appointment is made. Interested parties should forward their comprehensive CV, certified copies of all qualifications (academic transcript must be attached) and certified copy of SA identity document with your name, surname, position title and reference number on the subject line (e.g. Khumo Sehunoe: Position interested in: Reference no: ASAxxxxx) to email address [email protected] by no later than 18 April 2022.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates and that Agrément South Africa reserves the right to not make any appointment.

Enquiries: Ms. Nozipho Mabasa at +27 12 841 2859.

INTERNAL AUDIT SPECIALIST
Full Time
Pretoria
Remuneration: R 504 000.00 per annum
Reference No: ASA00065/2022
Purpose:
To assist the organization in the Audit, Risk and Compliance Department
Duties and Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

Internal Auditing Responsibilities:

Executing of a risk based internal audit in accordance with the annual audit plan.
Developing and executing audit approaches around key financial and operational risks with the
aim of testing the adequacy and effectiveness of controls;
Responsible for audit execution, from planning to reporting phase;
Audit planning in terms of assignment objectives, scope of work and resource allocations;
Performing audit risk and control assessments;
Develop and review audit procedures and audit programs;
Prepare audit findings, compile draft audit report, and advise on practical recommendations with various levels of management which will support the achievement of the strategic and financial objectives;
To compile and review through, concise and reliable audit reports, quality assuring and integrating the inputs into the final report;
Rating of audit observations and obtain management comments on audit observations;
Follow up on audit issues raised and provide input into the reports to the audit committee;
Assist in conducting Control Self-Assessments for the organization;
Maintain quality standards in terms of the audit methodology, approach and documentation;
Implementation and improvement of general quality assurance on all audit work;
Building relations with partners and stakeholders;
Supporting a combined assurance model (includes working with external auditors and other
assurance providers);

Risk Management Responsibilities:

Assisting with the implementation and review of Operational Risk Management frameworks, policies and plans;
Identifying areas of significant Operational Risk;
Assisting the business to identify, assess, monitor and report on Operational Risk issues;
Performing Operational Risk Management reviews;
Monitoring Operational Risk Management practices;
Providing management with advice on improving Operational Risk Management practices;
Preparing and presenting the results of Operational Risk Management reviews to management and committees;
Assisting with the facilitation of risk assessment processes and workshops.

General:

Assisting with general audit and risk matters and projects
Assisting with Compliance Management reviews and monitoring
Perform adhoc management requests/projects
Perform adhoc investigations

Qualifications:

BCom / B Honours / B Tech Degree in Internal Audit is minimum requirement
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) would be beneficial or studying towards
Registration with professional body – Institute of Internal Auditors

Experience:

4 – 6 years’ internal auditing and risk management experience
2-3 years’ working experience in public sector is essential
Financial experience would be preferred
Public entities experience would be beneficial
Through understanding of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, PPPFA and King Report
Understanding of financial reporting processes and procedures (GRAP).
Understand all IIA standards and practice advisories as it relates to assignment execution.

Skills:

Analytical skills and problem solving skills
Deadline driven and attention to detail
Good Communication skills
Good understanding of the risks involved, what to look for and how it works
Good governance
Innovative thinking for service delivery.
Ability to interface and coordinate work efficiently and effectively with business
partners/stakeholders.
Strong planning and organisational skills.
Decisions making skills.
Good facilitation skills.
Knowledge of Combined Assurance.
Team working skills

Application process:
The candidate will be subjected to integrity checks before appointment is made. Interested parties should forward their CV’s with your name, surname, position title and reference number on the subject line (e.g. Antoinette Gerber: Position interested in: Reference no: ASAxxxxx) to email address [email protected] by no later than 18 April 2022 at 16h30.

Agrément South Africa is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalized groups in line with its Employment Equity Policy.

Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

Applications must be sent to [email protected].

Agrément South Africa reserves the right not to make any appointment.

QUALITY ASSURANCE INTERN
Internship
Pretoria
Term of Contract: 12 Months
Remuneration: R113 955.00 per annum (All-inclusive Cost to Company)
Reference number: ASA00061/2022
Purpose:
The purpose of this internship is to provide work-integrated learning, while the incumbent applies all tertiary learnings to provide technical and administrative support to Agrément South Africa’s quality assurance activities.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

National Diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction Management Advantageous:
ISO 9001 Training

Required Skills:

Computer Literacy
Good Communication Skills
Deadline driven and attention to detail
Problem-solving • Collaboration Skills
Strong planning and organizational skills
Project Management
Ability to work with sensitive and confidential information
Presentation skills
Technical Report Writing

The candidate will be subjected to integrity checks before appointment is made. Interested parties should forward their CV’s, together with academic transcripts, with your name, surname, position title and reference number on the subject line (e.g. Khumo Sekhu: Position interested in: Reference no: ASAxxxxx) to email address [email protected] by no later than 18 April 2022 at 16h30.

Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates and that Agrément South Africa reserves the right to not make any appointment.

Enquiries regarding the posts should be made with Ms. Nozipho Mabasa at 012 841 2895

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