ELUNDINI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT NOTICE NO. 09/2019-2020 The Elundini Local Municipality a category B Municipality, incorporating Maclear, Ugie, Mt Fletcher and parts of Tsolo and Qumbu with its seats in Maclear, invites applications from experienced, qualified and committed individuals to the following positions: VACANCY: CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Total Annual All Inclusive Remuneration package • Minimum R 846 307.00 • Medium R 950 907.00 • Maximum R1,040,327.00
Technical Knowledge, Aptitude, Abilities And Skills: • Accomplished proficiency, acquired through proven work experience at managerial level, preferably in all technical aspects that are pertinent to the broader legal framework and all other relevant legislation that are applicable to the Local Government sphere, particularly financial management. • Demonstrated sound technical knowledge with regard to competency areas prescribed by the National Treasury, including strategic leadership and management, strategic financial management, operational financial management, ethics and values in financial management, financial and performance reporting, risk and change management, audit and assurance, etc. • Interpersonal skills. • Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills. • Proven ability to communicate and negotiate in all spheres and at all levels of Government. • Planning and professional reporting skills. • The ability to meet deadlines. • Attention to detail. • The ability to work under pressure. • Proven ability to provide strategic and innovative leadership.
Key Responsibilities: • Provide strategic leadership in the Finance Department of the Municipality. • Develop and continuously evaluate short- and long-term strategic financial objectives of the Municipality. • Ensure that financial targets and budget implementation are fully consistent with Municipality's IDP, SDBIP and relevant agreements with other sector departments. • Ensure effective and efficient management and control of municipal bank accounts and investments. • Ensure credibility of finance reporting by providing timely analysis of budgets. • Meet reporting requirements as required in terms of financial management legislation, such as the MFMA, Treasury Regulations and DORA. • Monitor financial risks and implement an anti-fraud and corruption strategy in collaboration with the municipality's Risk Management Unit. • Ensure effective management of assets and liabilities. • Ensure sound management of debtors and credit control processes. • Sound and effective management of Supply Chain Management. • Compile budget estimates, including the adjustment budget. • Give input and support towards preparation of IDP and SDBIPs to ensure alignment and efficient performance. • Develop tools and systems to provide financial and operational information to Management and Council. • Formulate creative solutions to enhance cost-effectiveness and efficiency in the delivery of services and administration of the Municipality. • As CFO, ensure municipal financial viability through management and monitoring of all income and expenditure of the Municipality, safeguarding all assets, discharging liabilities of the Municipality, and proper and diligent compliance with Municipal Finance Management Act and other prescripts. • Assist and support the Accounting Officer with the roles and responsibilities delegated to the Chief Financial Officer. Kindly Note: that candidates will be required to undergo security vetting. The successful candidate will be required to sign an employment contract and a performance agreement annually with the municipality and will be required to disclose his/ her financial interests. VALUE STATEMENT "The Elundini Municipality subscribes to high morals and principles to promote and maintain integrity of the Municipality" Interested candidates meeting the requirements are requested to forward application letters together with detailed CVs with contactable references, certified copies of all required documentation and must complete the annexure C application form for employment which can be downloaded from the municipality's website (www.elundini.org.za) or may be furnished to applicants upon request. Appointment will be made in accordance with the council's employment equity plan. Qualification verification checks will be conducted after the interviews have been conducted. Interviewed candidates will also be subjected to a competency based assessment by an independent assessor. The council reserves the right not to continue with interviews if it feels that no suitable candidate could be found. Full details of any dismissal for misconduct must be provided. Any disciplinary actions whether pending or finalized, instituted against the applicant in his or her current or previous employment. Proof of registration with a relevant professional body. The Elundini Local Municipality is committed to the provisions of the Employment Equity Act no 55 of 1998 for the advancement of previously disadvantaged individuals and people with disabilities. Correspondence will only be entered into with short-listed candidates. Applicants not contacted within 30 days of the closing date may assume that their applications were not successful. The Council nevertheless appreciates the interest shown by applicants. Faxed and emailed applications will not be accepted. Faxed applications will not be accepted! Applications should be addressed to: Mr. K. Gashi (Municipal Manager); Elundini Municipality; Box 1; No 1 Seller Street; Maclear; 5480 Telephone No. (045) 932 8100 Closing Date for Applications: 12th June 2020 KHAYALETHU GASHI 1 MUNICIPAL MANAGER
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