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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Chief Director: Financial Management
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: HO14/2021
  Directorate: Financial Management
 
Requirements
An appropriate undergraduate qualification (NQF 7) as recognised by SAQA with at least 5 years experience at a senior management level. Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Services (Candidates not in possession of this entry requirement can still apply but is requested to register for the course and complete as such as no appointment can be made in the absence thereof. The course is available at the National School of Governance under the name Certificate for entry into the SMS and the full details can be sourced by the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. All costs associated hereof will be the responsibility of the applicant).
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge and understanding of financial norms and standards, legislation, national and provincial regulations and directives. Extensive knowledge of and experience in policies and processes with regard to finance, budgeting, revenue, debt management, etc, within the Provincial Administration including the structure of the budget through grants and the equitable share. Management reporting especially on the budget review, expenditure control and financial reports. Technical trained and proficient in: Performance measurement, Financial accounting, Management accounting, Internal control, Internal and external audit, Information systems, Economics . Systems relevant understanding of PERSAL, Logis, BAS. Other skills required: Ability to develop, analyse, monitor and execute policies and strategy. Ability to plan and execute the budget process in the Dept of Health. Advanced skills in databases and computer models in order to plan and manage the compilation of databases from BAS and PERSAL, and the creation of models for use by managers. Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply financial management policies and principles. Policy development, especially financial policy, budget policy and revenue policy. Adaptive leadership skills.
 
Enquiries:
Mr S Kaye, tel. no. (021) 483- 8690/083 308 8240
 
Duties: (key result areas/outputs):
Strategic Capability and Leadership (incl Change Management). Ensure efficient and effective budget management within the Department. Ensure effective and efficient financial accounting services within the Department. Ensure information management and reporting. Management of the people within the Chief Directorate. Effective management of financial resources.
 
Note:
The Western Cape Department of Health has embarked on a transformation journey, guided by its Healthcare 2030 vision and in line with the WHO framework for integrated people-centered health care systems. The transformation strategy comprises of three inter-linked components, namely Service Transformation, Good governance and Leadership and Organisational Culture Strategy. This can result in the current job functions being amended to meet the future service requirements and focus. The person appointed to this position will be subjected to security clearance and the signing of a performance agreement and an employment contract. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
 
Inherent requirement of the job:
Willingness to travel. Willingness to work after hours. Valid (Code B/EB) drivers licence. Ability to function in a team. Ability to give strategic vision.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 1 251 183- R 1 495 956 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.
 
Starting Date:
2/19/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’stechnical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct)assessment.

  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
This advertisement may be utilized to create the pool of potential candidates for a period of not more than 3 calendar months from the date of the advertisement to fill any vacancy in the Department of Health and Wellness provided that the job title, core functions, inherent requirements, and salary level are the same as those of the advertised post.
Closing date: 3/12/2021 12:00:00 AM
 
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