Mkhondo Local Municipality Jobs

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GENERAL MANAGER: FINANCIAL SERVICES (CFO)

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT

Mkhondo Municipality, which is a gateway to the Province of Mpumalanga from Kwa-Zulu
Natal and Swaziland, seeks to appoint highly motivated self-starters and visionaries to
the extremely challenging position of:
DEPARTMENT FINANCIAL SERVICES

The position is a permanent employment contract, based in Mkhondo (Former Piet Retief)
subject to the signing of a performance agreement, disclosure of financial interests and
security vetting. The incumbent will report to the Municipal Manager regarding the
Municipal Systems Act, 2000.

Annual Total Remuneration Package R1 050 411 – R1 196 881 – R1 358 462

The above Annual Total Remuneration is in line with the Local Government: Municipal
Systems Act, 2000 (Act No 32 of 2000) – Upper limit of Total Remuneration Packages
payable to Municipal Managers and Managers Directly Accountable to Municipal
Managers

REQUIREMENTS
 A recognised B degree in Finance and/or Accounting,
 5-7 years’ experience within the required discipline of which at least 5 years is of
reputable management experience,
 Valid driver’s licence,
 Successful completion of the Municipal Finance Management Programme as
stipulated in the MFMA minimum competency level regulations

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
 Excellent knowledge of accounting principles and a flair of figures
 A good knowledge of the MFMA and Supply Chain Management
 Knowledge and a deep understanding of public sector financial management and
local government mandate and environment
 Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and leadership skills Hands-on knowledge of change management

RESPONSIBILITIES:
 Ensure the development and implementation of strategies that will have a
measurable positive impact on financial performance of the municipality
 Provide advisory services to the Municipal Manager and Council regarding
financial policy issues
 Ensure the implementation of, and adherence to, GAMAP and GRAP
 Ensure the implementation of the Municipal Finance Management Act, the
Municipal Property Rates Act and other pertinent pieces of legislation
 Execution and control of the budgetary process, thereby ensuring alignment with
the IDP
 Compilation of financial statements
 Attend top management, Portfolio Committee, Audit Committee, Mayoral
Committee and Municipal Council meetings
 Monitor all departmental budgets
 Facilitate loans, grants and investments of the municipality
 Develop and ensure successful implementation of debt collection, credit control
and revenue enhancement strategies
 Ensure the implementation of Indigent Policy
 Liaise with the Office of the Auditor-General and other bodies which set financial
standards to ensure effective compliance with pertinent pieces of legislation
 Promote BBBEE in the procurement of goods and services by the municipality

CLOSING DATE & TIME: 17 MARCH 2025 at 12H00

Enquiries: Wendy Mahlangu 017 004 0197

To apply:
Please forward your application on the prescribed Annexure C of the Local Government:
Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Manager
(Government Gazette Published 17 January 2014 No 37245) with a concise CV together
with originally certified copies (not older than three months) of all relevant
qualifications, Identity Document and Valid Driver’s License with at least three contactable
work references to:

GENERAL MANAGER: PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Mkhondo Municipality, which is a gateway to the Province of Mpumalanga from Kwa-Zulu Natal
and Swaziland, seeks to appoint highly motivated self-starters and visionaries to the extremely
challenging positions of:
GENERAL MANAGER: PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Ref: GMPDS/PDS/25

The position is a permanent employment contract based in eMkhondo (former Piet Retief)
subjected to the signing of an employment contract, a performance agreement, disclosure of
financial interests and security vetting. The incumbent will be reporting to the Municipal Manager
in terms of the Municipal Systems Act, 2000. The successful candidate will be responsible to
provide leadership to the Town Planning & Development Department.

Annual Total remuneration package R1 050 411 – R1 196 881 – R1 358 462

The above Annual Total remuneration is as per Local Government Municipal Systems Act,
2000(Upper Limit of the annual total remuneration package)

Minimum Requirements
 Appropriate Bachelor Degree in Town and Regional Planning/ Building Sciences / Architect
/ or Development Studies; or equivalent.
 Registration with relevant professional body;
 5-7 years’ experience within the required discipline of which at least 5 years is of reputable
management experience;
 Valid drivers’ license;
 Successful completion of the Municipal Finance Management Programme as stipulated in
the MFMA minimum competency level regulations.

Other Requirements
 Knowledge of the Council operations and delegation of Powers
 Knowledge of the King III report
 Must have an ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders including politicians,
communities, government departments, etc. Wide knowledge and understanding of the policies, legislation and regulations applicable to
Local Government e.g. MFMA, MSA etc.;
 Good understanding of the Microsoft Office programme
 An ability to demonstrate leadership skills
 Knowledge of spatial, town and development planning.

Duties
 Oversee and manage the
o Planning, Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and Building Control section
o Human Settlements
o Local Economic Development, Tourism and Community Rural Development Programme
(CRDP) section.
 Advise the Municipality on all aspects of strategic development.
 Compile and ensure implementation of the departmental Service Delivery Budget
Implementation Plan (SDBIP);
 Budget management
 Participate in various committees as appointed by the Accounting Officer
 Participate in the performance appraisals;
 Be prepared to travel

CLOSING DATE & TIME: 17 MARCH 2025 @12h00

Enquiries: Wendy Mahlangu 017 004 0197

To apply:
Please forward your application on the Prescribed Annexure C of the Local Government:
Regulations on Appointment and Conditions of Employment of Senior Manager (Government
Gazette Published 17 January 2014 No 37245” with a concise CV with original certified copies
(Not older than three months) of all relevant qualifications, Identity Document and Valid Driver’s
License with at least three contactable references to

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