Closing Date

2025/09/08

Reference Number

WCG250724-7

Tracking Number

DSD 55/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director: Budgeting and Planning, Ref No. DSD 55/2025

Department

Social Development

Salary level

Enquiries

Mr DI Holley at (021) 483 4276

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an employment opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to coordinate, review and implement the management accounting systems and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years relevant supervisory experience.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage and supervise staff regarding the following functions and perform the more complex work in that regard; Planning – Coordinate, review, analyse and quality assure the financial supporting information for planning purposes; Budgeting – Coordinate, review, analyse and qualify assure the budget preparation process; Reporting – Coordinate, review, analyse and quality assure the management accounting reporting processes; Manage the operational processes, resources and procedures associated with the management accounting functions.

Competencies

Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies; Skills needed: Applying expertise and technology; Analysing; Deciding and initiating action; Delivering results and meeting customer expectations; Following instructions and procedures; Coping with pressures and setbacks; Adhering to principles and values; Relating and networking; Presenting and communicating information; Writing and reporting; Learning and researching; Planning and organising.

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

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. 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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