Assistant Director: Financial Planning x1
Job Details
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Position: Assistant Director: Financial Planning, Budget Monitoring and Reporting
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Reference Number: DSDFS 27/26
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Location: Provincial Office, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
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Salary: R468,459 per annum (Level 09)
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Application Method: Email application to Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za
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Re-advertisement: Applicants who previously applied do not need to reapply
Job Overview
This role is responsible for budget planning, monitoring, and reporting within the provincial office. The Assistant Director ensures compliance with PFMA and Treasury Regulations, prepares accurate expenditure reports, monitors budgets, and supports programme managers in effective budget management.
Job Description
The Assistant Director facilitates the budget process, monitors departmental expenditures, ensures compliance with regulations, and prepares internal and external reports and presentations. The role also oversees administrative functions, workflow management, and staff development in the financial planning unit.
Key Responsibilities
Budget Planning & Monitoring
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Facilitate and assist with compiling all budget planning and related documents
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Ensure all budget processes comply with PFMA and Treasury Regulations
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Monitor budgets continuously: expenditure trends, actual expenditure, commitments, deviations, and projections
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Assist Programme Managers with effective management of allocated budgets
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Control SCOA segments and BAS codes related to budgeting
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Assist with shifting of funds (virements) and reporting thereof
Reporting & Analysis
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Compile accurate and reliable expenditure reports
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Prepare presentations for internal and external stakeholders
Staff Supervision & Administration
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Perform administration functions for the section
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Monitor performance of employees
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Determine workflow requirements and training needs
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
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Relevant tertiary qualification in Financial Management at NQF Level 6
Experience
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Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in Public Sector Financial Administration
Knowledge & Skills
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Understanding of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and public sector budgeting
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High-level computer literacy, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Enquiries
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Contact Person: Ms. Sonja van der Merwe
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Tel: 066 487 6197
How to Apply
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Submit applications via email: Recruitment@fssocdev.gov.za
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Include the reference number DSDFS 27/26 in the application