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LEPELLE-NKUMPI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 
Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality is situated in the Capricorn District Municipality of
Limpopo Province. The Municipality boost great tourism development potential and also ever increasing discovery of both underground and surface mineral deposits. It is also the seat of the Limpopo Provincial Legislature and situate south east of Polokwane.
 
 
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Fixed -term employment contract for five (5) years and the incumbent shall be expected to sign an employment contract, performance agreement and complete the disclosure of financial interest form
REMUNERATION PACKAGE R 857571- R980082 - R1,102590.00 p.a
(Total remuneration package will be paid as per the applicable Determinations on Upper Limits)
 
REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent tertiary qualification in Finance/Accounting or Economics. A postgraduate degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage. A certificate as prescribed by National Treasury, Government Gazette No. 29967 dated 15 June 2007 for Senior Officials i.e. CPMD/MFMP/ELMDP. A minimum of 5 years' experience at a middle management level and have proven successful in local government or similar environment. A valid driver's license. Computer literacy.
 

KNOWLEDGE AND COMPETENCIES: Good knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation. Good knowledge and understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management. Comprehensive knowledge of MFMA, Treasury regulations and Local government regulations. Sound knowledge of Auditing principles, GRAP. SCM Regulations and PPPF Act 2000 (Act No.5 of 2000). The ability to compile the Municipal budget and Annual Financial Statement. Must have extensive knowledge of the public office environment. Must possess proven skills in respect of planning and organizing, problem solving, presentation, conflict resolution, communication, strategic leadership, financial management, governance, risk and change management, program and project management, and people management.
 
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS: Provide strategic leadership in Budget and Treasury directorate. Responsible for advising the Municipal Manager and Executive Managers in terms of the MFMA. Ensure full compliance with applicable legislations, internal policies and procedures by all structures within the municipality. Formulate and review the internal financial policies and ensure implementation and adherence. Develop and coordinate the financial plan in terms of the IDP and SDBIP. Develop and maintain effective and efficient systems of financial and risk management and control. Develop and ensure the successful implementation of debt collection, credit control and revenue enhancement strategies. Compile financial reports and statements for submission to the Municipal Manager and other relevant stakeholders. Compile the Municipal budget as per Treasury requirement. Prepare Annual Financial Statements. Liaise with provincial and national government institutions on financial matters. Ensure implementation of GRAP standards. Management of staff in the Budget and Treasury Directorate. The successful candidate shall report to the Municipal Manager.
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Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. It is our intention to promote representation (race, gender and disability) in the municipality through filling of this position. 
The municipality reserves the right not to fill any of the advertised positions.
 
Applications must be submitted on an official application form obtainable from the municipal website (www.lepelle-nkumpi.gov.za) and must be accompanied by comprehensive curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic qualifications (including computer literacy certificate), academic records, Identity Document and driver's license. Short listed candidates will be required to produce original copies of qualifications and identity document on or before the appointment.
 
NB: When you apply for this post, you give the municipality consent to process your personal information.
 
The successful candidate will be subjected to security screening.
 
NB: Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a compulsory security vetting; reference checks by contacting current or previous employer; validity of qualifications; verifying whether a candidate has been dismissed previously for misconduct or poor performance. Recommended candidates will be subjected to competency assessment test. 
 
The successful candidate will be required to submit disclosure of financial interest, be expected to sign an employment contract and performance agreement.
Correspondences will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. 
Applicants will be penalized for canvassing. 
 
Please forward all applications to: The Acting Municipal Manager, Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality, Private Bag X07, Chuenespoort, 0745. or hand delivered at Lepelle-Nkumpi Local Municipality,170 BA Civic Centre Unit F, Lebowakgomo, 0737. 
 
Faxed or e-mailed applications will not be considered.
 
Enquiries must be directed to: Ms. M.V Muparutsa- 015 633 4533 / Mr. C.R Mphahlele - 015 6334522.
 
CLOSING DATE: 29 FEBRUARY 2020
 
L A GAFANE: ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER