About the Role
The Department of Finance is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual for the position of Assistant Director: Contract Administration in Cape Town. This vital role plays a crucial part in ensuring that financial frameworks and contract management processes align with the operational plans of the department. By facilitating the development and review of annual and medium-term expenditure frameworks, the Assistant Director will contribute to the effective allocation of resources, ultimately benefitting the community and enhancing public service in South Africa.
Located in the heart of Cape Town, this role offers the opportunity to engage with various stakeholders, ensuring that contracts are managed effectively and legally vetted. The successful candidate will help foster partnerships that support the natural resource management agenda, which is essential for sustainable development in the region. Your expertise will not only assist in the operational success of projects but will also make a significant impact on the lives of citizens relying on these vital services.
About the Department
The Department of Finance is dedicated to promoting sound financial governance and effective resource allocation across public service sectors in South Africa. With a focus on transparency and accountability, the department’s mission is to enhance the financial management capabilities of all government entities, ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and responsibly. Working within this department means being part of a team that values integrity, excellence, and collaboration for the betterment of South African society.
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate the development and review of annual and medium-term budgets.
- Support the formulation of financial plans that align with operational objectives.
- Provide comprehensive contract administration support and manage the contract amendment process.
- Liaise with finance teams regarding financial implications of contracts.
- Develop systems and procedures for effective contract management.
- Assist in interpreting contracts and providing guidance to stakeholders.
- Maintain a contract database and facilitate partnerships for natural resource management.
What You’ll Need
- A National Diploma (NQF6) in Financial Management or a related field as recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Financial Management or a relevant area.
- Knowledge of financial management, accounting, and government budgeting processes.
- Strong skills in policy formulation, project management, and stakeholder engagement.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- High levels of honesty, creativity, and the ability to work under pressure.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
National Diploma (NQF6) in Financial Management or within the related field as recognised by SAQA, coupled with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in Financial Management or relevant field.All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
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Knowledge of financial management, accounting.
Government budgeting processes.
Costs accounting.
Risk management.
Public Service financial legislative frameworks.
Strategic planning and budgeting.
HR management practices, legal issues, negotiations and dealing with conflict.
Skills & Competencies: Advanced skills in policy formulation.
Adequate skills in computer use.
Advanced skills in financial.
Project management.
Good interpersonal relations.
Relationship Management.
Stakeholder engagement.
Research.
Personal attribute: Honesty.
Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
Ability to gather and analyse information.
Ability to develop and apply policies.
Ability to work individually and in team.
Good interpersonal relations skills.
Creativity.
Ability to work under pressure.
Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict.
Character beyond reproach.
Articulate.
Sense of responsibility and loyalty.
Initiative and creativity.
Job Duties
Facilitate the development and review of the annual and medium-term expenditure framework budgets.Support the development and review of financial plans in line with the operational plans.
Provide all contract administration support.
Facilitate contract generation and facilitate vetting of contracts by Legal Services.
Liaise with finance and financial aspects to contracts.
Develop systems and procedures for the management of contract amendment process.
Provide support on the interpretation of contracts and provide guidance on contract management.
Facilitate the review of NRMP contracts in consultation with all stakeholders.
Maintain contract database.
Facilitate effective partnerships that support the unlocking of natural resource restoration and management.
