• Reference Number : REFS/022955
• Directorate : Office of the CEO
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R1 741 770 per annum (All-inclusive remuneration package)
• Enquiries : Ms B Baloyi Tel No: 063 504 6675/ Basani.Baloyi@gauteng.gov.za

Requirements :

• A Grade 12 Certificate, NQF level 7 tertiary qualification in Financial Accounting, financial management, Commerce or related field. An NQF level 8 qualification in Commerce, Financial Accounting, Financial management or related field as well as a minimum of eight (8) and ten (10) years’ experience at Senior Management level. Good understanding of the health sector will serve as an added advantage. Knowledge and understanding of the legislations, related regulations and policies in the public sector in the health sector. A valid Driver’s Licence (with exception for persons with disabilities). Must be computer literate. Competencies: Strategic capability and leadership, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Change Management, People Management and Empowerment. Service delivery innovation, Problem solving and analysis, Communication, Client orientation and customer focus. Willingness to work extended hours when necessary. Good understanding of the Public Finance Management Act, Medium Term Expenditure Framework and Budget process, Division of Revenue Act, Income Tax Act, Supply Chain Management, Treasury Regulations and associated practice notes, financial accounting (including principles of GAAP/GRAP). A valid Driver’s licence.

Duties :

• The successful candidate shall report to the Head of Department. The Chief Financial Officer’s core functions are to assist the Accounting Officer to carry out his or her financial management responsibilities in areas ranging from budget preparation to financial reporting, the development and implementation of internal control policies and procedures. Ensure the provision of effective and efficient management of expenditure. Lead and support the provision of Supply Chain Management (SCM) Services. Contribute to the financial aspects of the strategic planning process, ensure that internal financial targets and budgets are fully consistent with the strategic plan. Manage working capital, assets, liabilities, and revenue. Exercise effective budgetary control, which requires monitoring systems that warn of impending overspending of a vote or main division of any impending under collection of revenue or shortfall in budgeted revenue. Prepare reports in terms of financial management legislation such as PFMA, Treasury Regulations and DoRA. Playing a pivotal role in the functioning of the Audit and Risk Committee of the Department including the internal and external audit function. Manage the departmental budget in accordance with departmental strategy and relevant prescripts. Co-ordinate and ensure effective and efficient performance of the Financial Management and Supply Chain Management functions in all facilities of the Department: Develop and maintain measures to prevent fraud and maladministration. Ensure strict adherence to the provisions of the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (Act 5 of 2000). Oversee the preparation and analysis of the Annual Financial Statements. Ensure that the internal control system(s) is in place to prevent unauthorised, irregular, fruitless expenditure. Monitor the implementation, progress and expenditure of infrastructure related projects. Develop and/or improve on accounting and operational policies and procedures, with a view to comply with Public Financial Management Act (PFMA). Ensure the asset management in the Department is in compliance with Treasury regulations (GRAP, GAAP). Provide support to Senior Managers and Chief Executive Officers in executing their financial responsibilities.

Notes :

• Applications should be submitted strictly online at the following E-Recruitment portal: http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za. No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted. For assistance with online applications please email your query to healthjobqueries@gauteng.gov.za. An SMS Pre-Entry Certificate is mandatory when applying for Senior Management positions (Director-upwards) in the Public Service. NB: No appointment shall be effected without the recommended candidate producing a certificate of completion for the SMS Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela), offered by the National School of Government. SMS Pre-Entry Certificate can be obtained by registering on the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-courses/sms-pre-entryprogramme. Applications should be accompanied by a fully completed and signed new Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.dpsa.gov.za/documents. The new Z83 form must be fully completed and signed by the applicant. The following must be considered in relation to the completion of the Z83 by applicants: All the fields in Part A, Part C and Part D must be completed. Application/s without proof of a new Z83 application form and detailed CV will be disqualified. Applicants must indicate the post reference number on their applications. Shortlisted candidates will receive communication from the respective HR unit to submit certified copies of educational qualifications and other relevant documents not older than 6 months on or before the day of the interview). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tool. Personnel Suitability Checks (criminal checks, citizenship checks, qualification verification, company directorship, social media, financial record checks, reference checks) will be conducted prior appointment. Candidates in possession of a foreign qualification must furnish the Department with an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Applicants with foreign qualifications remain responsible for ensuring that their qualifications are evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Preference will be given to South African citizens. The performance of normal and commuted overtime, where applicable is not mandatory, however it will be based on the operational needs of the hospitals. The Department reserves the right not to fill any advertised posts.

Employer : Department of Health

Location : Central Office, Johannesburg

Closing Date : 25-07-2025

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.