Remuneration
Remuneration package per annum: R 956 012 (Minimum), R 1 074 171 (Midpoint) R 1 175 182 (Maximum) all inclusive (As determined by notice No: 53882 of 18 December 2025 for a Category 2 municipality on upper limits for senior managers.
NB: The pay scale will be individually determined by competence-based assessment outcome, experience and qualifications.
BENEFITS / CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
A remote allowance of 7% of the total annual remuneration package
Requirements
Minimum Competency Requirements for Senior Managers as promulgated in Government Gazette No 37245 of 17 January 2014, Local Government: Regulations on appointment and conditions of employment of senior managers, Local Government System Act, 2000, as amended will apply.
A Bachelor degree in Accounting/Finance /Economics or a relevant qualification registered on the National Qualifications Framework at NQF Level 7 or a Chartered Accountant (SA).
Extensive planning and management skills, good interpersonal skills, negotiation skills, conceptual and analytical skills
Excellent communication and report writing skills
Extensive knowledge and understanding of local government-related legislations
Knowledge and understanding of MS Word and PowerPoint
A valid driver's license
Years of Experience
Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience at Middle Management Level
Proven track record in managing municipal finance services
ADDED ADVANTAGE
A Certificate Programme in Municipal Development (CPMD) or Municipal Finance Management Programme (MFMP)
Registered Chartered Accountant;
Membership of IMFO or equivalent professional bodies
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Sound knowledge and understanding of Local Government - relevant policy and legislation
Sound knowledge and understanding of institutional governance system and performance management
Understanding of Council Operations and delegation of powers
Sound knowledge of Supply Chain Management Regulations and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act 5 of 2000
Good Governance, Labour Relations Act, and other labour related prescripts
Knowledge of coordination and oversight of all specialized support functions
Must possess the Minimum Competency Requirements for Senior Managers as promulgated in Government Gazette No 37245 of 17 January 2014, Local Government:
Regulations on appointment and conditions of employment of senior managers, Local Government System Act, 2000, as amended. Leading Competencies: Strategic Direction and Leadership, People Management, Program and project Management, Financial Management, Change Leadership and Governance Leadership.
Core Competencies:
Moral Competence, Planning and Organizing, Analysing and Innovation, Knowledge and Information Management, Communication, Results and Quality Focus.
Ethical, integrity, honesty, maturity and courtesy Diplomacy and commitment to providing progressive democratic and accountable government ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂðStrategist and excellent corporate planner ÃÂâÃÂÃÂÃÂðExcellent communication (written and verbal) and motivational skills
Interpersonal skills and Customer focused
Advanced negotiation skills
Conceptual and Analytical thinker
Diversity management skills.
Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Core functions Provide strategic direction to the BTO Directorate.
Responsible for development organizational policies and procedures.
Be accountable for the execution of all resolutions of the municipality, as well as be accountable for the general supervision, control and efficiency of the directorate.
Formulate support and implement the strategic goals of the municipality in order to give effect to the Integrated Development Plan (IDP).
Participate in strategic management of the Municipality by advising the Municipal
Manager on issues pertaining to BTO Directorate.
Ensure that municipal Performance Management System is fully implemented in the Directorate
Render support and consultation to the political structure. Provide financial direction and advice to other directors and for projects and programmes of interest to the municipality.
Financial planning in terms of providing framework for financial accountability.
Develop and implement the budgeting process and manage budgeting planning.
Ensure income and expenditure control management, budgets and financial control activities of the municipality to meet the information needs of management, the municipality, other spheres of government and statutory bodies.
Compile annual financial statements and apply budgetary control measures.
Engage in assets and insurance management to ensure that all assets are accounted for and that are adequate cover is available.
Execute municipality's financial administration.
Manage and improve all administrative functions of the Directorate.
Contribute towards the development of the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) as the strategic document of the institution together with the Service Delivery Budget & Implementation Plan (SDBIP).
Develop, implement and manage strategic goals, policies, procedures and plans for the directorate and align them with the Municipality's strategic objectives. Advise the
Municipal Manager timeously and effectively on matters pertaining to the directorate.
Provide advice and support to Council and other Office Bearers on all functions of the Directorate.
Provide visionary and innovative leadership to a diverse workforce, to ensure optimal utilization of the Council's resources in terms of implementing its strategic objectives articulated in the IDP and in the fulfilment of its statutory mandate.