Deputy Director Asset Management

Department of Agriculture and Rural Development; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 897 000; Full time

Job summary

A government department in Johannesburg seeks an Asset Management Sub-Directorate to manage and implement asset management policies. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of junior management experience in asset management or supply chain management. Responsibilities include overseeing asset reconciliation, coordinating activities, and monitoring compliance with asset management practices. A valid driver's license is required. Competitive salary offered at R896,436 annually.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years junior management experience in Asset Management or Supply Chain Management.
• Valid driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the sub-directorate and develop the asset management framework.
• Coordinate asset management activities and maintain the asset register.
• Oversee monthly reconciliations and address discrepancies.
• Plan and verify physical asset management and logistics.
• Prepare reports including Annual Financial Statements.
• Monitor assets and advise on compliance with policies.
• Procure and manage assets for the sub-directorate.

Skills

Knowledge of PFMA

Financial management

Supply chain management

Management skills

Education

Grade 12 plus NQF level 7 in relevant field

Job description

Overview

Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Position: Asset Management Sub‑Directorate. Reference: REFS/035269. Number of posts: 1. Salary: R896 436.00 per annum.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 plus NQF level 7 in Supply Chain Management, Financial Management, Public Management/Administration or equivalent commerce qualification.
• Minimum 3 years junior management experience in Asset Management or Supply Chain Management (Assistant Director level or similar).
• Knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, financial and supply chain management systems.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage the sub‑directorate, develop and implement the physical asset management framework and policies.
• Coordinate asset management activities within the department and maintain the asset register and Asset Management System.
• Oversee asset reconciliation by ensuring monthly BAS/asset register reconciliations are prepared, discrepancies investigated and addressed through journal entries.
• Plan and coordinate physical asset verification, arrange necessary logistics and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including Annual Financial Statements.
• Identify and record redundant, obsolete and damaged assets, prepare submissions for the Asset Disposal Committee approval, and monitor disposal management procedures.
• Maintain the inventory register, verify information contained in the register, and perform strategic and annual physical asset management planning.
• Ensure monitoring of assets through verification (physical condition, functionality, utilisation and financial performance) evaluation and reporting.
• Allocate assets to holders, review compliance with relevant policy and procedures, and advise departmental staff on asset management matters to promote sound practices.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by management, manage human resource and related administrative functions, develop and manage the operational plan, and report on progress.
• Procure and manage assets for the sub‑directorate, plan allocation of work to employees, and ensure quality control of work delivered.
• Serve on transverse task teams and provide functional technical advice and guidance.

EEO Statement

The Department is committed to promoting equity and diversity and will consider a range of demographic and disability categories in line with the Employment Equity Plan.