DR JS MOROKA LOCAL MUNICIPALITY

EXTERNAL ADVERT 

Dr J.S Moroka Local Municipality hereby invites applications from experienced, qualified, innovative, committed, energetic individuals to fill the under-mentioned position: 

DEPARTMENT: OFFICE OF THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER 

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Total remuneration package will be in terms of Government Gazette No. 55150 dated 05th August 2026: (Minimum: R1 483, 504, Lower: R1 519, 108, Midpoint: R1, 555, 566, Upper: R1 592, 900, Maximum: R1, 631, 130 per annum). 

The successful incumbent will be on a permanent employment contract and will be required to sign an employment contract, a performance agreement and complete the disclosure of financial interest form. He/she will be stationed at Dr J.S Moroka Local Municipality Headquarters in Siyabuswa, Mpumalanga Province. 

REQUIREMENTS: • Post Graduate Degree: Accounting, Financial Management or Economics registered on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF level 8 with a minimum of 120 credits or Chartered Accountant (SA). Minimum competency as per the National Treasury: Local Government, MFMA: Minimum Regulation on Competency Level, Gazette No 29967 issued 15 June 2007. Minimum of 7 years at senior and middle management levels, of which at least 2 years must be at senior management level. Practical experience in compilation of Annual Financial Statements (AFS). A Valid driver’s licence and NO criminal record. Registration with a recognised, relevant and finance related professional body. Good knowledge and understanding of relevant financial management policies and legislation. Good understanding of municipal governance and performance management systems. Good knowledge of supply chain management regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act, 2000 (Act No 5 of 2000). 

RESPONSIBILITIES: Contribute to strategic planning and budget alignment and report to the Executive and Management team. Develop the MTREF in line with the requirements of the MFMA. Develop and implement a budget spent management system to monitor the budget to prevent over- or under-expenditure. Compile annual and mid-year financial statements (in line with GRAP) and submit to the Auditor-General. Ensure that all financial reconciliations are performed and that reports are submitted to relevant stakeholders. Implement the MFMA implementation plan. Ensure effective functioning of Supply Chain Management. Establish an updated Asset Register and the corresponding asset management policy and procedures to enforce compliance with and implementation of GRAP. Compile all relevant financial policies and procedures to ensure sound and sustainable financial management. 

Note: Employment Equity candidates are encouraged to apply as the Municipality seek to achieve its employment equity targets. 

The shortlisted candidates will be subjected to competency assessment, qualifications verification, vetting, security and reference check. 

No faxed or emailed applications will be considered. The selection process will be influenced by the municipality’s Employment Equity Principles. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Applicants who have not been contacted within six weeks after the closing date should assume that their applications were unsuccessful. 

The Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment. 

To apply: use a prescribed application form (it’s available on the website titled “application form for Senior Managers” at www.moroka.gov.za or municipal offices), in terms of GG No. 37245, Annexture C, accompanied by certified copies of qualifications, ID document, (not older than six months), and a detailed CV, must be addressed to: The Municipal Manager, Dr J.S Moroka Local Municipality, Private Bag X 4012, Siyabuswa, 0472. Applications can also be hand delivered in our Head office at: A2601/3 Bongimfundo Street, Siyabuswa. 

For More information contact Office of the Municipal Manager at (013) 973 1101 / 1390. 

Closing date: 25th September 2026 @ 13h00. 

Ms. M M MATHEBELA 

MUNICIPAL MANAGER