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INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (IEC)
 
CHIEF EXECUTIVE (CE): POLITICAL PARTIES FUNDING (Level of Deputy Chief Electoral Officer)  
Employment:  Permanent        
Location: National Office  
Remuneration:  Inclusive remuneration package of R1,636,503 annum   
 
Overview
Strategic management of the Multi-Party Democracy Fund (MPDF) and the Represented Political Party Fund (RPPF) business unit of the Electoral Commission, and overseeing the implementation and compliance with the MPDF and RPPF legislation and regulations.  The Chief Executive (CE) reports to the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO).
 
 
Responsibilities/Duties
Provide strategic leadership to the business unit ● Oversee the development and implementation of the operational plan which incorporates goals and objectives that work towards the strategic direction ● Oversee the compliance, enforcement, finance as well as communication departments of the business unit and drive the fundraising activities ● Oversee the management of both the MPDF and the RPPF ● Receive allocation and oversee payment to political parties in line with the determined formula and guidelines/regulations ● Ensure compliance with the prescribed reporting formats and set timeframes ●Represent the business unit at Electoral Commission activities to enhance the profile and role of the Fund ●Act as a spokesperson for the Fund ● Identify, assess and advise the CEO of internal and external issues that affect the Fund's activities ●Ensure the drafting of regulations, business processes, development and review of policy framework of the fund 
●Resolve both internal and external audit queries ● Oversee the preparation of the Annual Report, financial statements and the tabling thereof in Parliament ● Ensure proper risk mitigation for the Fund ● Ensure Management of human resources for the Business Unit ● Ensure strong stakeholder relations with all relevant stakeholders, including political parties  ● Perform any other related duties as directed by the CEO.
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Requirements
A Bachelor's degree or post graduate qualification or three-year relevant National Diploma, a qualification in BCom Law will be an added advantage  ● 10 years' experience at senior general management level (equivalent of Senior Manager or Chief Director in the public service) ● Experience in a regulatory / compliance environment is essential ● Proven track record of stakeholder management ● Liaison with political parties will be an added advantage ●Fundraising and investment expertise will be an added advantage ●Proven / evident successful operational and process management within public or private sector ● Sound knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and institutional governance systems ● Knowledge or understanding of South African Electoral landscape, PFMA, Treasury Regulations ● Good budget and financial management skills ●Good governance ● Knowledge of audit and risk management establishment and functionality ● Advanced or superior proficiency level of leading competences ● Advanced proficiency level on the following core competences: Legislative compliance and enforcement; moral competence; Analysis and Innovation; Knowledge and Information Management; Sound verbal and written communication skills; Results and Quality Focus ● A valid driver's license and must be prepared to travel extensively.


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More Information:

Suitable candidates must submit their applications for the vacant post to the address as indicate below:
Manager: Human Resources Fax: 012-622-5219 Email HR@elections.org.za

Closing date for all applications: 22 FEBRUARY 2019.
Please take note that no applications received after the advertised closing date will be considered.

Please note
  • Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
  • Successful candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
  • Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
  • All applications must include:
    • a covering letter that clearly indicates the relevant reference number of the post and your employee number (permanent employees) as it appears on your salary advice;
    • a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae; and
    • certified copies of all qualification documents and identity documents.
  • Failure to attach the relevant reference number and to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
  • Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
  • All appointments are subject to a probation period of twelve months.
  • The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
  • The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.