​PROPERTY PRACTITIONERS REGULATORY AUTHORITY (PPRA) VACANCIES

​CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Head Office (Sandton)
 
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY: To provide financial management services and advice to the Chief Executive Officer (Accounting Officer) and Executive management in terms of the Public Finance Management Act, the Treasury Regulations, and other applicable legislation and regulations. To further manage the finance and procurement functions of the PPRA.
 
REQUIREMENTS: • Master's Degree in Finance /Accounting or equivalent NQF level 9 • A qualified CA having current registration with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants • 10 years' working experience at senior/executive management level in a large/ complex organisation • Knowledge of reporting on financial and management accounting (International Financial Reporting Standards), tax, financial modelling • Knowledge of ERP systems, financial and other management systems, processes, and practices • Thorough understanding of legislation applicable to PPRA, but not limited to PPA, PFMA, GRAP, KING IV, LRA, SDA, BCEA and Companies Act • Knowledge of Supply Chain management frameworks • Good knowledge and understanding of Government policy and legal compliance issues in the public sector • Competent on reporting and budgetary functions associated with the role • Interpersonal and People management skills, Resilience and emotional intelligence abilities are critical for this role.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Provide strategic and financial direction to the CEO and Executive Managers • Executive management functions which include contributing to the PPRA Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan, and quarterly reporting, amongst others, on financial services-related issues, PPRA performance, trends, and best practices in the market • Ensure sound and effective financial planning and budgeting for the PPRA in accordance with applicable reporting cycles • Oversight management over the property sector Transformation Fund and Fidelity Fund, and revenue management thereof • Implementation of proper accounting/budget controls and compliance with approved budget • Developing and implementing measures to prevent fraud and maladministration • Oversee the management of PPRA expenditure, cash flows, and effective alignment of the PPRA budget with priority programmes of service delivery • Oversee the effective management of supply chain processes and PPRA Assets, and ensure the effective, efficient, and transparent utilisation thereof • Strict adherence to procurement legislation and other frameworks • Fostering a good working relationship with the AG's Office and other public sector stakeholders • Ensure the effective and efficient management and/or implementation of audit intervention recommendations • Provide timely and accurate financial and operational information necessary for strategic decision-making, and for reporting on PPRA activities • Formulate creative solutions for investment and revenue generation purposes, and to enhance cost-effectiveness and efficiency in service delivery and administration of the PPRA • Apply effective and efficient revenue and debtors management practices.
 
 
 
 
 
COMPANY SECRETARY
Head Office (Sandton)
 
OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY: The Company Secretary reports directly to the Board Chairperson and administratively to the Chief Executive Officer. The role is responsible for managing and implementing required processes to ensure that the PPRA Board complies with governance, legal and statutory requirements and all applicable codes. The Company Secretary keeps the Board informed of their statutory and fiduciary responsibilities and ensures effective administration and co-ordination of Board activities. The role of the Company Secretary also entails the provision of advice on Board procedures and compliance to requirements.
 
ROLE REQUIREMENTS: • Minimum LLB degree or equivalent NQF level 8 • Membership with Chartered Governance Institute of Southern Africa • A Master's degree qualification in either Business Administration or Corporate Governance will be an added advantage • Minimum 10 years' working experience, 5 years of which must be at Company Secretary level • Functional knowledge and application of the Public Finance Management Act, Company's Act, King IV and National Treasury Regulations • A proven track record within a broad corporate secretariat and legal environment • A good understanding of the Government structures and the relationships between Government (as a Shareholder) and public entities • Functional knowledge and application of Board governance and administration • Good Interpersonal, communication and organising skills • Report writing, research and presentation skills • Stakeholder orientation • Adherence to organisational values and an unquestionable Integrity are non-negotiable.
 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop an Operational plan at Secretariat functional level aligned with PPRA Mandate and Strategy • Develop and maintain appropriate governance frameworks and tools, i.e. the Boards Charter, Code of Conduct / Ethics, Induction Manual, Policy and Procedure documents, King IV Governance checklist, Board Annual Plans and Corporate Plan • Convene and manage all the Board, Sub Committees and internal committee meetings. Ensure continuous Board development through corporate governance interventions • Ensure timeous and proper preparation and distribution of minutes, resolutions and, action items from the Board and subcommittee pack meetings. Develop a record management system. Monitor the implementation of the Board resolutions • Discharge an advisory role to the Board on statutory and Corporate Governance requirements • Ensure that all statutory reports are submitted to the Board • Act as a conduit between the Board of Directors and the Accounting Officer. Identify and manage risks in area of responsibility • Ensure timely budgeting, monitoring, variance analysis and reporting. Ensure that planning takes place, that specifications are developed timeously and that there is compliance with supply chain prescripts. Evaluate and monitor the unit's expenditure. Ensure that all expenses incurred by the unit are in line with the PFMA and accounted for • Facilitate and Manage requisite reporting and other requirements to Department of Human Settlement.

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HOW TO APPLY:
• Applications must be submitted electronically and must contain a detailed CV, copies of qualifications, and a motivation.
• Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise, and the selection panel for the position will further recommend the two highest scoring candidates to undertake psychometric / competency-based assessments.
• Background verification and other probity checks / vetting will form part of the selection process for the successful candidate.
• It is the applicant's responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
• Any applicant who has not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, must accept that their application was unsuccessful.
• The PPRA reserves the right not to fill any advertised position(s). It is the PPRA's intention to promote representivity through the filling of these posts so as to conform to the organisation's prevailing policies.
 
CLOSING DATE: Candidates should submit their applications for the above position by through email to vacancies@theppra.org.za
 
The PPRA is an equal-opportunity employer. The position is open to all without distinction.
 
REMUNERATION: Market-related remuneration will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
 
TERM APPOINTMENT: 5-Year Fixed-Term Contract.