FREE STATE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE 

 

APPLICATIONS : For The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure to be submitted to: Head: Public Works and Infrastructure, Human Resources Management Directorate. P.O Box 7551, Bloemfontein, 9300 Or Applications that are hand delivered must be brought at the Foyer of OR Tambo House where they must be placed in the appropriately marked box at: Security Ground Floor, OR Tambo House, St. Andrews Street, Bloemfontein or e-mail to e-recruitmentfsdpwi@fsworks.gov.za. No Applications will be accepted by staff in offices in the building. 

 

CLOSING DATE : 15 May 2026 

 

 

 

NOTE : Directions to applicants: Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at http://www.info.gov.za. The Z83 should be completed in a manner that allows the selection committee to assess the application based on the information provided on the form. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and detailed Curriculum Vitae. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication. If the certified copies contradict the details on the CV or Z83 form, the candidate will automatically be disqualified and removed from the shortlist. Should an applicant possess a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applicants must indicate the reference number of the vacancy in their applications. Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted i.e. all the documentation must be submitted for each post applied for. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered. Candidates requiring additional information regarding the advertised post should direct their enquiries to the relevant person as indicated in the advertisement. Note: Successful completion of the Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government, available as an online course on https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/, prior to finalisation of appointment, is a requirement for all SMS positions. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Short-listed candidates will on the day of interview undergo a security assessment. Suitable candidates will be subjected to personnel suitability checks as deemed appropriate and inclusive inter alia of criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record checks, qualification/study verification and previous employment verification. The successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement, annually disclose financial interests, and comply with all requirements applicable to members of the Senior Management Service. The Department is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, particularly in respect of race, gender, and disability. Preference will therefore be given to candidates whose appointment will promote representativeness in line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan. If you have not been contacted within 4 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Faxed or late applications will not be accepted. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MANAGEMENT ECHELON

 

 

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REF NO: PWI 26/04 

SALARY : R1 494 900 per annum (Level 14), (all-inclusive package). The remuneration package consists of a basic salary (70%), the Employer contribution to the Government Employee Pension Fund and flexible portion, which may be structured in terms of the rules for the structuring of the flexible portion and which may include 13th cheque, motor car allowance, home owner’s Allowance, And Medical Aid Assistance. 

CENTRE : Bloemfontein 

 

REQUIREMENTS : Applicants must be in possession of an appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or Advance Diploma (NQF Level 7) in Accounting, Financial Management, Commerce, Economics or an equivalent related qualification as recognised by SAQA. A postgraduate qualification and professional registration will be advantageous. Applicants must have a minimum of ten (10) years’ relevant experience in financial management, budgeting and public sector financial administration, of which at least five (5) years must be at senior managerial level. Extensive experience in the public service environment, preferably within a Public Works, Infrastructure, Property Management, Human Settlements, Transport, Roads or related built-environment portfolio will be a strong requirement. Applicants must have a sound knowledge of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, the Public Finance Management Act, 1999(PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act and Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice (GRAP), Supply Chain Management prescripts, GIAMA and all other legislation, regulations, directives and frameworks governing financial administration, asset management, infrastructure expenditure and public accountability in Government. Completion of the Nyukela Pre-Entry Certificate to Senior Management Services, as endorsed by the National School of Government, is a prerequisite for appointment. A valid drivers’ licence is also required. The ideal candidate must demonstrate proven strategic capability and leadership, advanced financial and analytical skills, sound knowledge of public sector governance, high-level communication ability, people management and empowerment, programme and project management, change management, policy analysis and implementation, service delivery innovation, and a strong commitment to ethics, accountability and good governance. The candidate must possess the capacity to function effectively at executive management level, provide sound strategic advice to the Head of Department and Executive Authority and drive financial discipline, operational efficiency, institutional compliance and improved audit outcomes in a complex public sector environment. Added Advantage: Sector-Specific Exposure Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable experience in the financial oversight of: Public Works and Infrastructure programmes; Property and accommodation management; Lease management and facilities-related expenditure; Infrastructure planning and implementation budgets; Maintenance and capital works expenditure; Immovable asset management and reporting; Public sector procurement in construction and built-environment contexts Personal Attributes The Department seeks a candidate who is visionary, decisive, disciplined, and highly ethical; one who demonstrates sound judgement, resilience, maturity, and the ability to operate under pressure in a demanding governance environment. The incumbent must be capable of balancing strategic leadership with operational rigour and must display an unwavering commitment to accountability, transparency, and stewardship of public resources. 

 

DUTIES : The successful candidate will report directly to the Head of Department and will be responsible for the following: Strategic Financial Management: Provide strategic leadership and direction on all financial management matters of the Department. Ensure that the Department’s financial strategies, plans, and systems support the overall mandate of the institution and are aligned to government priorities, service delivery imperatives, infrastructure development plans, and applicable legislative requirements. Budget Planning and Expenditure Management: Manage and oversee the preparation, coordination, and implementation of the Department’s budget, including MTEF processes, cash flow projections, in-year monitoring, expenditure reporting, and budget performance reviews. Ensure optimal allocation and utilisation of resources and institute control measures to prevent under-expenditure, over-expenditure, unauthorised expenditure, and fiscal instability. Financial Accounting and Reporting: Oversee the preparation of accurate, complete, and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, in accordance with GRAP, PFMA, Treasury prescripts, and other reporting frameworks. Ensure proper management of financial transactions, reconciliations, commitments, accruals, payables, receivables, suspense accounts, and disclosure requirements. Supply Chain and Financial Governance: Provide executive oversight over the financial governance aspects of supply chain management, demand planning, acquisition management, logistics, contract management, and compliance monitoring. Ensure that procurement processes are consistent with the constitutional principles of fairness, equity, transparency, competitiveness, and cost-effectiveness, and that all procurement-related financial risks are properly managed. Asset and Infrastructure Financial Oversight: Lead the financial management of departmental movable and immovable assets and provide oversight on infrastructure-related expenditure, maintenance budgets, lease commitments, accommodation costs, capital planning, asset verification, impairment, disposal, and related financial reporting obligations. Ensure that the financial dimensions of custodianship, user asset management planning, and infrastructure investment are properly governed. Internal Controls, Compliance and Risk Management: Establish, strengthen, and monitor internal financial control systems to ensure full compliance with the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, audit requirements, and internal policies. Ensure effective management of irregular, fruitless and wasteful, and unauthorised expenditure, including reporting, investigation support, corrective action, and consequence management processes. Audit Coordination and Governance Support: Support the Accounting Officer in discharging statutory financial governance responsibilities. Coordinate responses to Internal Audit, Audit Committee, and Auditor-General findings. Drive the implementation of audit action plans and ensure the institution is audit-ready at all times. Promote sound governance practices and a strong control environment aimed at achieving and sustaining clean audit outcomes. Organisational Leadership and Capacity Building: Lead and manage the Finance Branch, including the functions of budgeting, financial accounting, revenue management, expenditure management, supply chain financial oversight, asset management, and internal control. Build institutional capability through effective leadership, performance management, mentoring, succession planning, and accountability. 

 

ENQUIRIES : Mr M Tshabalala Head: Public Works and Infrastructure Tel No: (051) 492 3909