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CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Government Communications and Information System

Salary band

R 1 554 696

Closing date

4 September 2026

Reference

3/1/5/1-26/15

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About this role

Department

Government Communications and Information System

Location

Pretoria

Salary

R1 554 696 per annum (Level 14), (an all-inclusive package), of which 70% will be basic salary and 30% may be structured according to an individual’s needs.

Requirements

An appropriate bachelor’s degree NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in the field of Financial Management with a minimum of Five (5) years’ experience at Senior Management Service level in financial management environment. Advanced financial analytical skills and innovativeness. Strong financial management, asset management and supply chain management acumen (SCM). Strong managerial and communication skills (written and verbal). Thorough knowledge of Financial Management and Supply Chain Management Prescripts in the Public Service. 44

Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of sound financial, supply chain management to enable Departmental Management to make informed decisions. He/she will ensure an effective budget (MTEF adjusted and compiled), and the preparation of interim financial and unquafied annual financial statements. Maintaining an effective Supply Management System. Ensuring proper maintenance of systems of internal control, cash management, liabilities management and expenditure and revenue management. Identifying, managing and implementing risk and risk mitigation plans for the achievement of GCIS objectives. Furthermore, the incumbent will ensure overall management and control of the Chief-Directorate, Financial Management. Providing strategic advice to the Department in respect of Financial Management. Overseeing the budgeting and expenditure monitoring processes. Presenting the monthly financial reports to the Budget Committee and the Executive Committee. Ensuring the timeous submission of the Government Communication and Information System’s financial documentation to the National Treasury. Providing professional financial advice to the line function managers. Ensuring full compliance to the PFMA, SCM Regulations, Treasury Regulations and all the relevant Acts relating to Auxiliary Services. The applicant must have Strong Financial and Human Resource Management skills. Ability to identify and review strategic risks, oversee and manage the implementation of mitigation plans. Participate in the audit planning process and manage responses to audit queries. Ensure implementation of audit recommendations as outlined in the intervention/action plans. In-depth knowledge of policy formulation, implementation and monitoring. Process Competencies: Knowledge Management, Service Delivery Innovation, Problem Solving and Analysis, Client Orientation and Customer Focus, Communication. Competencies: Strategic leadership and capability; Financial management; Risk management; Corporate governance; Extensive knowledge of the Government Communication Policy; the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa of 1996; the Public Service Act of 1994 and Regulations;

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Administrative and clerical positions are among the most consistently advertised roles in both the South African public and private sectors. Government departments in particular have a high and ongoing demand for administrative clerks, especially at salary levels 5 to 7 on the public service scale. These roles form the operational backbone of every department and offer a stable entry point into a public sector career with a clear progression path.

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About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Government Communications and Information System. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·An appropriate bachelor’s degree NQF level 7 as recognised by SAQA in the field of Financial Management with a minimum of Five (5) years’ experience at Senior Management Service level in financial management environment
  • ·Advanced financial analytical skills and innovativeness
  • ·Strong financial management, asset management and supply chain management acumen (SCM)
  • ·Strong managerial and communication skills (written and verbal)
  • ·Thorough knowledge of Financial Management and Supply Chain Management Prescripts in the Public Service

Key Duties

  • ·The successful candidate will be responsible for the provision of sound financial, supply chain management to enable Departmental Management to make informed decisions
  • ·He/she will ensure an effective budget (MTEF adjusted and compiled), and the preparation of interim financial and unquafied annual financial statements
  • ·Maintaining an effective Supply Management System
  • ·Ensuring proper maintenance of systems of internal control, cash management, liabilities management and expenditure and revenue management
  • ·Identifying, managing and implementing risk and risk mitigation plans for the achievement of GCIS objectives
  • ·Furthermore, the incumbent will ensure overall management and control of the Chief-Directorate, Financial Management
  • ·Providing strategic advice to the Department in respect of Financial Management
  • ·Overseeing the budgeting and expenditure monitoring processes
  • ·Presenting the monthly financial reports to the Budget Committee and the Executive Committee
  • ·Ensuring the timeous submission of the Government Communication and Information System’s financial documentation to the National Treasury

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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How do I apply for the CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER position at Government Communications and Information System?+

Applications for this post are submitted by email. Sign up on NewGenJobs, complete your profile, and use the one-click auto-apply feature - we attach your CV and the completed Z83 form (for government posts) and send the application directly to Government Communications and Information System from your Gmail account. The closing date is 4 September 2026.

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What is the salary for the CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 1 554 696. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

When does the CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER application close?+

The closing date for this position is 4 September 2026. Late applications are not accepted by South African employers. Submit your application well before the deadline. NewGenJobs sends you a reminder before your tracked jobs close.