About the Role
The KZN Provincial Treasury is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Deputy Director for its Provincial Moveable Asset division, based in the heart of Pietermaritzburg. This role is vital for ensuring effective asset management frameworks are developed and implemented across various provincial departments and public entities. By monitoring governance and compliance, the Deputy Director will play a key part in enhancing public service delivery, ensuring that resources are managed efficiently for the benefit of the community.
In this pivotal position, you will take charge of overseeing the improvement of asset and inventory management systems while providing essential guidance and technical advice. You will also engage with stakeholders to ensure they are equipped and supported in asset management practices. Your contributions will directly impact the operational efficiency of government departments, ultimately leading to improved services for the citizens of KwaZulu-Natal.
About the Department
The KZN Provincial Treasury is committed to promoting sound financial management and accountability within the provincial government. This department plays a critical role in ensuring that public funds are utilized effectively and transparently, aligning financial practices with the national goals of service delivery and socio-economic development. Working at the Provincial Treasury means being part of a mission that focuses on responsible governance and the sustainable management of resources.
What You’ll Do
- Monitor and enhance asset management frameworks within provincial departments and public entities.
- Ensure compliance with governance standards and regulations.
- Provide technical advice and guidance on asset and inventory management practices.
- Facilitate stakeholder engagement and capacity-building initiatives.
- Manage resources effectively within the Sub-directorate.
What You’ll Need
- A 3-year NQF Level 7 Degree or higher in Financial Management, Accounting, or Commerce, with Accounting 3 as a major.
- A minimum of 3 years of junior management experience in accounting, asset management, or inventory management.
- A valid driver’s license (assistance will be provided to individuals with disabilities).
- Strong understanding of national and provincial policies, including the Public Finance Management Act and relevant Treasury regulations.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications and knowledge of accounting frameworks related to asset management.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.
Applications are encouraged to be submitted through the e-Recruitment website, however, hand delivery applications are acceptable and must be submitted on the fully completed and signed new Z83 application form obtainable from all government departments.
Requirements
A 3-year NQF Level 7 Degree or higher qualification in Financial Management / Accounting/ Commerce with accounting 3 as a major subject.A minimum of 3 years experience of junior management in an accounting, or asset management, or inventory management environment.
Valid Driver’s license.
People with disabilities without valid driver’s licenses will be assisted by the department to meet work related travel obligations.
Skills, Knowledge And Competencies: Knowledge of applicable national and provincial policies and legislation is required, including: Public Finance Management Act.
MTEF.
Republic of South Africa Constitution.
Planning Frameworks relevant legislation and plans.
Public Service Act, 1994.
National Treasury practice notes and guidelines.
KwaZulu-Natal Procurement Policy Framework.
Treasury Regulations.
Provincial Treasury policies, practice notes and guidelines.
Strategic Planning.
Annual Performance Plan.
Monitoring and Evaluation.
National Treasury Strategic Planning.
National Development Plan.
Service Delivery Framework.
National and Provincial Practices Notes.
Provincial Growth and Development Plan.
Advanced MS Office Applications.
Knowledge of Accounting Frameworks related to asset inventory and management.
Public Service Regulatory Framework; and SCM Practices and Procedures.
Public Service Regulation 2016.
Government Immovable Asset Management Act, no.
19 of 2007.
KZN Land Administration and Immovable Asset Management Act, no.
2 of 2014.
Knowledge of Modified Cash Standard (MCS).
Accounting Practices (GRAP), or International Financial Reporting 170 Standards (IFRS).
Movable and immovable Asset Management.
Communication.
Computer literacy.
Financial Management.
Strategic planning and management.
Financial management.
Leadership.
Management.
Human resource management.
Project planning and management.
Analytical.
Conflict Management.
Business process management.
Good inter-personal relations.
Problem solving.
Change management.
Presentation.
Interpersonal Relation.
Policy analysis and development.
Project Management.
Job Duties
Monitor the development and the implementation of asset management frameworks, Governance and Compliance within Provincial Department and Public Entities.Ensure implementation, Monitoring and the improvement of asset and inventory management.
Ensure the provisioning of guidance and technical advice on asset and inventory management.
Ensure capacitation and stakeholder management on Asset and Inventory Management.
Manage the resources of the Sub-directorate.
