About the Role
The Department of Higher Education and Training is seeking a dedicated Asset Officer within its Finance Section, based at the Central Office in King William’s Town. This role is essential for ensuring effective asset management and compliance with standards in public service. By implementing and monitoring asset management policies, you will play a crucial part in upholding the integrity of financial practices within the department, directly impacting the quality of education and training provided to the community.
As an Asset Officer, you will contribute significantly to the operational efficiency of the department. Your efforts in managing the Fixed Asset register and ensuring accurate reporting will help maintain transparency and accountability in government operations. This position offers you the opportunity to engage with various stakeholders while supporting the mission of the Department of Higher Education and Training to provide quality education and training opportunities for all South Africans.
About the Department
The Department of Higher Education and Training is committed to ensuring that all South Africans have access to education and training that is relevant and of high quality. Its mandate includes developing a skilled workforce that meets the needs of the economy while promoting social cohesion and inclusivity. Working in this department means being part of a larger vision to enhance the educational landscape in South Africa, making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
What You’ll Do
- Implement and monitor asset management policies and procedures in accordance with GRAP standards.
- Coordinate physical verification of assets and manage the Fixed Asset register (FAR).
- Develop and execute acquisition, maintenance, and disposal plans for assets.
- Ensure accurate asset disclosures on Annual Financial Statements (AFS) as required by GRAP.
- Lead the implementation and monitoring of Supply Chain policies and introduce systems for procurement and stock control.
- Conduct training and awareness sessions on approved Supply Chain Management policies.
What You’ll Need
- Matric or NCV Level 4, and a recognized three-year degree/diploma in Finance Management, Asset Management, Accounting, or Auditing.
- 3-5 years of experience in a Financial Management environment, including the implementation of relevant legislation and policies.
- Knowledge of BAS/LOGIS & COLTECH systems and asset disposal procedures.
- Understanding of the legislative framework governing public services and supply chain policies.
- Strong administrative, planning, and financial management skills.
- Excellent report writing, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
How to Apply
Please hand deliver or courier your applications to the reception area quoting the relevant reference number addressed to the Acting Principal, Lovedale TVET College, Corporate Office, 1 Amatola Row, Headquarters, Qonce, 5600. Please see the email address below for electronic applications.
Requirements
Matric or NCV Level 4 and with a recognised three-year (3) degree/diploma in Finance Management, Asset management, Accounting or Auditing or related qualification; 3-5 years’ experience in a Financial Management environment and implementation of relevant legislation, prescripts, policies and procedures.Knowledge of BAS/LOGIS & COLTECH system.
Knowledge of assets disposal procedure; Knowledge and understating of legislative framework governing the Public Services; Knowledge of Assets Management; Knowledge of Supply Chain Policies; Knowledge of Department of Higher Education mandate.
Knowledge and skills: Administrative; Planning and organising; Financial management; Report writing; Communication and interpersonal; Problem solving; Computer literacy; Analytical; Client oriented; Project management; Team leadership; People management.
Job Duties
Implement and monitor Asset management policies and procedures in line with GRAP standards and relevant legislation.Coordination of physical verification of assets.
Manage the Fixed Asset register (FAR) and ensure reconciliation to General ledger (GL).
Develop, implement and monitor acquisition, maintenance, and disposal plans for assets, and effectively implement the Asset Management Strategy within the College.
Manage asset write offs and disposal and ensure accurate Asset disclosure on Annual Financial Statements AFS as stipulated on GRAP.
Ensure the implementation and monitoring of Supply Chain policy.
Introduce a system for provisioning, procurement, stock control and reporting.
Identify preference point system and appropriate goals per commodity in terms of preferential procurement policy objectives.
Conduct awareness on approved SCM policies.
