NORTH WEST GAMBLING BOARD (NWGB)

This serves as an invitation for applications to fill the vacant positions within the North West Gambling Board, an organisation established in terms of the provisions of section 3 of the North West Gambling Act, 2001 (Act No. 2 of 2001), as amended to provide for the regulation of gambling activities in the North West Province.

The Board herewith invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following vacant positions, which will be based in Mahikeng, North West Province.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

CHIEF EXECUTIVE DEPARTMENT

Salary: R1 704 435.60 (Total Cost to Company)

Term: Five (05) years fixed term contract

The candidates who applied previously are encouraged to re-apply.

Minimum Requirements: Qualifications: A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in one of the following fields: Business Administration Economics Finance Law Public Administration Commerce.

Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years' management experience within the gambling industry or public service, of which at least five (5) years must have been at senior management level Demonstrable experience in: Providing strategic leadership and driving organizational performance Corporate governance and ensuring compliance with applicable legislative, regulatory, and policy frameworks Financial management, strategic planning, budgeting, risk management, and performance management Building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships across government, industry, and other key stakeholders Applying and overseeing compliance with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), King IV principles, and other governance frameworks relevant to public entities.

Knowledge: Thorough understanding of: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) King IV Report on Corporate Governance Public sector governance frameworks Gambling legislation and regulatory environments Labour legislation and human resource management practices Risk management and compliance frameworks.

Competencies and Skills: The successful candidate must demonstrate: Visionary and strategic leadership Sound business acumen Excellent communication and presentation skills Strong decision-making and problem-solving capabilities Financial and commercial management expertise Negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills Integrity, ethical leadership, and professionalism Change management and organizational development capabilities Strong people management and leadership skills.

Inherent Requirements: Valid South African driver's license Willingness to travel extensively within and outside the province Successful completion of competency assessments Security vetting, qualification verification, and criminal record checks Disclosure of financial interests in accordance with applicable legislation.

Key Performance Areas: Provide oversight in the management of the entity’s resources in accordance with the stipulations of PFMA in terms of the approved entity strategy and budget Drive the transformation agenda in the gambling industry in line with the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Development, implementation and maintenance of an Organisation internal and external operational strategies and plans Provide the overall strategic management and leadership of the organisation and accountability of all strategic objectives of the Board and the administration of operational affairs of all programmes Provide effective and efficient regulatory oversight for gambling operations in the province Ensure effective and efficient administration of the affairs of the Board Create and maintain the high standard of financial management and discipline Ensure full implementation of the Corporate Plan of the Board and implementation of the Annual Performance Plans within the approved budget and in compliance of laws of the country Ensure that the gambling industry is effectively and efficiently regulated and that the population of the North West Province is protected against the socio-economic impact of gambling Ensure that the Board complies with all legislative directives and that the gambling legislation complies with the national and international norms and standards Ensure adherence to all legal and policy directives towards service delivery.

Term of Appointment

Five (5) years fixed-term contract, renewable subject to performance and applicable legislation.

This incumbent will report to the Board of Directors and will be responsible for the overall strategic leadership and management of the organization.

Interested persons are required to forward applications to the North West Gambling Board, Private Bag X 34 Mmabatho, 2735, marked for attention Ms. Thando Kwela or send the application by e-mail to:careers1@nwgb.co.za.

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Salary: R1 383 460.81 p.a (Total Cost to Company) Level 14

Term: Five (05) years Fixed term contract

Minimum Requirements: Qualifications: A postgraduate qualification (NQF Level 8) in: Accounting Finance Financial Management Commerce An equivalent related qualification Registration as a Chartered Accountant South Africa CA(SA) will serve as an added advantage.

Experience: A minimum of 8 years' relevant financial management experience, of which at least 5 years must be at senior management level Proven experience in: Public sector financial management PFMA compliance and governance Budgeting and financial planning Financial reporting and audit management Supply chain management and procurement oversight Risk management and internal controls Experience within a regulatory authority, public entity, or government institution will be an added advantage.

Knowledge and Technical Competencies: The successful candidate must demonstrate sound knowledge of: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) Treasury Regulations and financial governance frameworks Generally Recognized Accounting Practice (GRAP) Public sector budgeting and reporting requirements Supply Chain Management legislation and regulations King IV Report on Corporate Governance Risk management and internal control frameworks Labour legislation and organizational governance principles.

Competencies and Skills: The successful candidate must possess: Strategic and analytical thinking Financial leadership and business acumen Strong governance and compliance orientation Excellent report writing and presentation skills High-level problem-solving and decision-making abilities Planning, organizing, and project management skills Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management capabilities Sound negotiation and influencing skills Ethical leadership, integrity, and accountability People management and team leadership skills.

Inherent Requirements: Valid South African driver's license. Willingness to travel as and when required. Successful completion of competency assessments. Security vetting, qualification verification, and criminal record checks. Disclosure of financial interests as prescribed by applicable legislation.

Key Performance Areas: Develop and maintain appropriate financial system and policies to ensure effective, efficient and economical management of resources and assets of the Board Ensure compliance with the provisions of all relevant legislation and accounting standards, including but not limited to the North West Gambling Act, National Gambling Act, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Income Tax Act and Generally Recognized Accounting Practices (GRAP) Manage all transfers from and to government and ensure that proper accountability is maintained Manage working capital, assets and liabilities Advice and guide Management and the Board of Directors on annual budget and financial planning processes Compile, manage and execute the organisational budget Prepare and maintain regular financial reports, cash flow forecasts and other financial projections Ensure complete analysis of monthly, quarterly and annual financial results and develop recommendations (strategic and tactical) Prepare the applicable annual financial statements for Board approval Manage the preparation and support of all external audits Management of and reporting on the implementation of the Post Audit Action Plan Manage the procurement of goods and services in accordance with the Supply Chain Management Framework Responsible for instituting systems and controls that prevent occurrence of irregular, unauthorized, fruitless & wasteful expenditure and ensure disclosure thereof when it occurs Identification and mitigation of Financial risks by means of suitable risk identification & review processes, policies and procedures Ensuring proper segregation of duties and development and implementation of proper internal control procedures.

The incumbent will report to the Chief Executive Officer and be responsible for all financial aspects of the Boards operations.

Interested persons are required to forward applications to the North West Gambling Board, Private Bag X 34 Mmabatho, 2735, marked for attention Ms. Thando Kwela or send the application by e-mail to: careers2@nwgb.co.za

The North West Gambling Board is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.

Persons with disabilities, designated and non-designated groups are encouraged to apply.

All applications should be accompanied by detailed Curriculum Vitae, which must at the minimum contain the following information:

1. Full names and addresses of the applicant.

2. Details of current and three (3) previous employers, by employer name, job title and the period of employment.

3. Certified Proof of all qualifications, and

4. Three (3) referees by full names and recent contact details.

5. Certified Copy of Identity Document.

6. Certified copy of a drivers license.

Please note that the information above is required for preliminary evaluation of applications and if not provided, the application will be disqualified.

The North West Gambling Board reserves the right not to make an appointment. Correspondence will be entered into with shortlisted candidates only. Should you not receive any communication from the North West Gambling Board within three (3) months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

CLOSING DATE: 16 October 2026