Assistant Director Moveable Asset Management

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 468 000 - 562 000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government agency in Cape Town is seeking a qualified individual to oversee the management of movable assets by provincial departments. The role requires a 3-year B-Degree in Financial Management or equivalent and at least 3 years of experience in asset management. The agency offers a salary range of R 468,459 - R 561,894 per annum along with additional service benefits. Candidates must apply online and will undergo pre-entry assessments during the selection process.

Benefits

Medical assistance

Housing assistance

Pension-fund contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in asset and inventory management.
• Valid (Code B or higher) driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor transparent and effective management of movable assets.
• Provide governance and compliance oversight.
• Conduct monitoring, evaluation, and support to departments.

Skills

Analysing

Planning and Organising

Deciding and Initiating Action

Relating and Networking

Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations

Written and verbal communication

Education

3 year B-Degree/Advanced Diploma in Financial Management, Accounting or Commerce

Job description

Job Purpose

Provincial Treasury, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to manage and monitor, transparent and effective management of movable assets by provincial departments and public entities.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3 year B-Degree/Advanced Diploma (equivalent qualification or higher) in Financial Management, Accounting or Commerce; A minimum of 3 years experience in asset and inventory management; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Policy Development, Governance and Compliance Oversight; Monitoring, Evaluation and Support to Departments and Public Entities or other clients; Financial Management and Reporting; Capacity Development, Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Public sector asset management legislation, policies and procedures; public sector accounting conventions for asset management; Implications of the modified cash basis of accounting on asset management activities and financial disclosure; Classification, recognition and disclosure of assets; Generally recognised accounting practices (GRAP) compliant asset management requirements; Policy analysis and experience in research and utilising different research methodologies; Research and Reporting procedures; Financial, SCM and Project Management; Proven knowledge on public sector asset management legislation, policies and procedures; Experience at monitoring compliance to asset management requirements in the public sector; Drafting policies, guides and standard operating procedures for asset management.

Skills needed: Analysing; Planning and Organising; Deciding and Initiating Action; Relating and Networking; Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations; Written and verbal communication.

Remuneration

R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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