CHIEF DIRECTOR: LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL SERVICES

Gauteng Treasury; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,495,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial treasury in South Africa seeks a Chief Director of Local Government Financial Services in Johannesburg. This strategic role requires an undergraduate qualification in Financial Management or related fields along with 5 years of senior managerial experience. Candidates should demonstrate expertise in overseeing financial practices and compliance with legislative regulations. Applications must be submitted online by 11-08-2025.

Qualifications

• 5 years of working experience at senior managerial level in local government.
• Experience in Financial Management, Accounting, Auditing, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Manage the chief directorate strategically.
• Oversee financial practices in municipalities.
• Support intergovernmental relations.

Skills

Financial Management

Accounting

Auditing

Strategic Oversight

Education

Undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7)

Job description

CHIEF DIRECTOR: LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCIAL SERVICES

• Reference Number : REFS/023025
• Directorate : Municipal Finance Management
• Number of Posts : 1
• Package : R 1 494 900 per annum (All-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package) and a flexible portion that may be structured in terms of the applicable guidelines.
• Enquiries : For queries ONLY, please email Mr. Tebogo Thobejane - email: [e-mail]. /060 387 4862. Do not send applications to this email address!

Requirements :

• An undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management/ Accounting/ Auditing/ Internal Auditing/ Economics/ Cost Management or Accounting. 5 years of working experience at senior managerial level in local government in municipalities, municipal entities and or Provincial Treasuries MFMA Units. 5 years of experience in Financial Management/ Accounting/ Auditing/Internal Auditing/ Economics/ Cost Management or Accounting.

Duties :

• Ensure strategic management of the chief directorate. Provide Strategic oversight and support over financial assets and liabilities practices in municipalities and municipal entities in line with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) and the relevant MFMA Regulations. Ensure Strategic oversight and support over municipal budgets and related processes in line with the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) and the relevant MFMA Regulations to ensure optimal financial resource allocation at all levels of government and alignment of budgeting and integrated planning processes. Provide Strategic monitoring and support over municipal revenue practices and processes in municipalities and municipal entities to ensure compliance with the Municipal Finance Management Act, the MFMA Regulations and other related Legislations. Provide relevant strategic support to municipalities pertaining to financial management practises. Ensure effective and strategic intergovernmental relations (internally and externally).

Notes :

• The position is earmarked to address employment equity in terms of female and youth representation at Senior Management level. Applications must be submitted on a duly New signed Z83 form, comprehensive CV, only shortlisted candidates will submit certified documents. Applications should be submitted online at: http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za site or https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/. Z83 and updated CV must be attached. Pre-entry SMS certificate is compulsory for appointment. The course can be accessed by clicking on the following link : https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. For more information regarding the course please visit the NSG website: www.thensg.gov.za. N.B Only online applications will be considered.

Employer : Gauteng Treasury

Location : Johannesburg

Closing Date : 11-08-2025

Criteria Questions

Do you have an undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7) in Financial Management/ Accounting/ Auditing/ Internal Auditing/ Economics/ Cost Management or Accounting?

Do you have 5 years of working experience at senior managerial level in local government in municipalities, municipal entities and or Provincial Treasuries MFMA Units?

Do you have 5 years of experience in Financial Management/ Accounting/ Auditing/Internal Auditing/ Economics/ Cost Management or Accounting?

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If youdo not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.