Chief Financial Officer

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER is listed by DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE. The post is based in Bloemfontein, Free State. The closing date is 28 September 2026.

Job Details

Requirements

• Appropriate BCOM (NQ7) in Accounting, Financial Management, Commerce, Economics or an equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA, and a minimum of five (5) years’ experience at Senior Management Service
• (SMS) level in financial management.
• The Nyukela Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme is to be completed before appointment to the post.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience in Public Service financial management; Valid driver’s licence.
• Appointment is subject to the following: Performance Agreement, Personnel Suitability Checks, SMS Contract, Competency Assessment, and Financial Disclosure.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and direction to the Department by ensuring sound financial governance, prudent financial management, and compliance with the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and other applicable legislative and regulatory frameworks.
• Provide strategic financial advice and support to the Accounting Officer and Executive Management on all matters with financial, governance and strategic implications.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve financial management strategies, policies, systems, standards and internal controls to promote sound financial governance.
• Ensure effective financial planning, budgeting, expenditure management, revenue management, financial reporting, cash flow management and forecasting across the Department.
• Ensure the maintenance of complete, accurate and reliable financial records in accordance with prescribed accounting standards and legislative requirements.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of the Department’s and all statutory month, quarterly and annual financial reports to Provincial Treasury, oversight structures and other relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor compliance with applicable accounting standards, financial legislation, Treasury Regulations, departmental policies and internal control measures.
• Direct and oversee the development, implementation and monitoring of the Department’s Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF), Annual Budget, Adjustments Budget and budget implementation plans.
• Ensure effective management of departmental budgets, including expenditure monitoring, cash flow management, budget forecasting, virements, roll-overs and budget adjustments.
• Align financial planning and budget allocations with the Department’s Strategic Plan, Annual Performance Plan and Operational Plans to support the achievement of strategic objective.
• Oversee the implementation and continuous improvement of management accounting systems to support informed decision-making and financial sustainability.
• Provide strategic oversight of Supply Chain Management, procurement, contract management and asset management functions in accordance with the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement legislation and other applicable regulatory prescripts.
• Ensure the development and implementation of effective procurement, contract management and asset management policies, systems and controls.
• Oversee the preparation and implementation of the Departmental Procurement Plan and ensure alignment with approved strategic priorities and available budgets.
• Ensure the effective management, safeguarding, maintenance and accounting of departmental assets.
• Establish, implement and maintain an integrated system of internal financial controls to promote accountability, transparency and sound governance.
• Coordinate and monitor the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
• Facilitate financial assurance processes and strengthen governance through effective risk management and compliance monitoring.
• Develop and maintain an appropriate framework of financial delegations to support effective financial administration.
• Advise and support the Accounting Officer and Executive Management in fulfilling their responsibilities in terms of the PFM and other applicable legislation.
• Develop innovative financial strategies and solutions to improve operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness and value for money in service delivery.
• Facilitate the implementation of applicable national and provincial financial norms, standards and best practices across the Department.
• Provide strategic oversight of financial management information systems and ensure business continuity arrangements for critical financial systems and services.
• Provide strategic leadership and effective management of the Chief Directorate by ensuring sound governance, high performance and continuous improvement.
• Lead, develop, mentor and manage employees through effective performance management, coaching, succession planning and capacity building.
• Manage the human, financial and physical resources of the Chief Directorate in accordance with applicable legislation and departmental policies.
• Develop and manage the Chief Directorate’s operational and budget plans, monitor expenditure, and ensure effective utilisation of allocated resources.
• Promote ethical leadership, accountability, good governance and a high-performance organisational culture.

Application Instructions

To apply for the above position, please apply online at http://professionaljobcentre.gpg.gov.za or email at GDARDRecruitment@gauteng.gov.za

For attention: Ms. Gugu Nevondo at 072 904 1694– Recruitment

Notes

Directions to applicants Applications must be submitted on the new prescribed Z83 application form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at http://www.info.gov.za. The Z83 should be completed in a manner that allows the selection committee to assess the application based on the information provided on the form.

Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the Z83 and detailed Curriculum Vitae. Therefore, only shortlisted candidates for a post will be required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview following communication.

If the certified copies contradict the details on the CV or Z83 form, the candidate will automatically be disqualified and removed from the shortlist. Should an applicant possess a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).

Failure to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Applicants must indicate the reference number of the vacancy in their applications.

Should an applicant wish to apply for more than one post, separate applications must be submitted i.e. all the documentation must be submitted for each post applied for. Applications received after the closing date and those that do not comply with these instructions will not be considered.

Candidates requiring additional information regarding the advertised post should direct their enquiries to the relevant person as indicated in the advertisement.

quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on a New Z.83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Applications with the Old Z.83 form will not be considered.

A New Z.83 form must be fully completed, duly signed and initialled by the applicant. A recent, comprehensive CV, specifying all qualifications and experience, with respective dates must accompany the application form.

Applications are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents on application. Communication regarding certified documents will be limited only to the shortlisted candidates.

Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela certificate) is required before the appointment can be made. Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme.

All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, 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.

Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments). All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.

Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification.

The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment to the advertised post(s). By responding to the advertisement, applicants consent to the collection, processing and storing of their Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) Act No. 4 of 2013.

It is the Department intention to promote equity through the filling of all numeric targets as contained in the Employment Equity Plan (Coloureds and Indians are encouraged apply). To facilitate this process successfully, an indication of race, gender and disability status is required.

Should you be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). General information.

The Department will not accept posted and emailed applications. The Gauteng Department of Environment reserves the right to fill or not fill the advertised posts.

If you have not been contacted within six (6) months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Department Notes

Department Notes

The successful candidate will be required to enter into a Performance Agreement within 3 months after assumption of duty and will be required to disclose his/her financial interests in accordance with the prescribed regulations. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to a technical exercise and interview.

Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behavioural preferences, emotional intelligence, and integrity. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools.

Circular Notes

Circular Notes

can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email ASDERrecruit84@nda.gov.za NOTE: EE Target: Africans, Indians, Coloureds, Whites and Persons with Disabilities. 7 ANNEXURE B DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE APPLICATIONS: Department of Defence, Office of the Secretary for Defence, Private Bag X910, Pretoria, 0001 or you may hand deliver to ARMSCOR Building C/O Nossob & Delmas Ave, Erasmuskloof Ext 4, Pretoria, 0001 or email to zama.mahlangu@dod.mil.za CLOSING DATE: 28 September 2026 at 16h00 (Applications received after the closing date and faxed copies will not be considered).

NOTE: It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these posts with candidates whose transfer/promotion/appointment will promote representivity in line with the numeric targets as contained in our Employment Equity plan. Applications must be submitted on the prescribed form Z83 (obtainable from any Public Service

Enquiries

Mr M Tshabalala Head: Public Works and Infrastructure Tel No: (051) 492 3909 PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION: GAUTENG

Required Documents

Z83, CV, Qualifications, Driver licence, Other

DPSA Circular Source

• Circular: DPSA Circular 33 of 2026
• Source pages: 107–109
• Open the DPSA circular PDF