About the Role
The Department of Traditional Affairs is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of Finance Clerk based in Umkhanyakude and Ugu, KwaZulu-Natal. In this position, you will play a vital role in supporting the Local House of Traditional Leaders and Traditional Councils by providing essential financial and administrative services. This role is crucial for ensuring that traditional councils can effectively manage their resources, ultimately contributing to the well-being of the community.
As a Finance Clerk, you will be part of a team that works closely with local leaders, helping to uphold cultural practices and governance at a grassroots level. Your contributions will help maintain financial integrity and transparency within the councils, ensuring that traditional leaders can focus on their primary responsibilities to the community. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about public service and wish to make a tangible difference in their communities.
About the Department
The Department of Traditional Affairs is committed to promoting and supporting the values and responsibilities of traditional leadership in South Africa. Its mission focuses on enhancing the role of traditional leaders in community governance and ensuring that cultural heritage is respected and preserved. Working in this department allows you to engage with the community directly and be part of initiatives that foster social cohesion and development.
What You’ll Do
- Provide financial services to the Local House of Traditional Leaders and Traditional Councils.
- Process payments and manage financial transactions for Traditional Councils.
- Offer administrative and financial support to ensure effective operations of Traditional Councils and Local Houses.
- Assist in managing trust accounts and financial records.
- Support the management of assets belonging to Traditional Councils and Local Houses.
What You’ll Need
- A Senior Certificate/Grade 12/NQF Level 4.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Strong knowledge of IsiZulu and an understanding of African culture.
- Familiarity with administrative processes and financial/accounting functions.
- Basic computer literacy, including the ability to use MS Office.
- Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
The ideal candidate must be in possession of a Senior Certificate/Grade 12 /NQF Level 4 with no experience required and a valid driver’s licence.Essential Knowledge, Skills And Competencies Required: The successful candidate must have Knowledge of: - Knowledge of IsiZulu and African Culture; Administrative processes; Job Knowledge; Knowledge of financial/ accounting functions; Basic knowledge of financial functions, practices as well as the ability to capture data, operate computer and collate financial statistics; Knowledge of SCM principles; Treasury Regulations; Public Finance Management Act; Traditional and Khoi-San Leadership Act; Public Service Act; Public Service Regulations; Labour Relations Act; Knowledge of basic financial operating system (PERSAL, BAS And LOGIS etc) Policy analysis; Planning skills; Decision making skills; Problem solving skills; Numerical skills; Financial Accounting/management; Good communication skills (verbal & written) with other Government organizations and Private sector and good computer literacy in MS Office.
