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CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Department of Land Reform and Rural Development · gauteng · Gauteng (Pretoria)

Closing date: 23 October 2026
Reference: 3/2/1/2026/275
Salary band: R 1 885 710
Application method: Email application

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Department: Department of Land Reform and Rural Development Location: Gauteng (Pretoria) Salary: R1 885 710 per annum (Level 15), (all-inclusive package). The package includes a basic salary (70% of package), and a flexible portion that may be structured in accordance with the rules for Senior Management Services (SMS) Requirements: Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of Grade 12 Certificate and minimum qualification at NQF Level 8 in Financial Management including Accounting / Business Administration / Commerce / Supply Chain Management / Public Finance as recognised by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment. Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a senior managerial position. Must demonstrate high level of competency in financial administration, financial accounting and supply chain management. A valid driver’s licence. Job related knowledge: Knowledge and experience in Generally Recognise Accounting Principles (GRAP) and modified cash standards. Knowledge of the public sector budget reform process. Ability to effectively manage alignment of budget with priority programmes of service delivery. Ability to act as change agent and manage in accordance with the strategic vision and objective of the Department. Knowledge of financial management in relation to the regulatory framework for the Public Service e.g Public Financial Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations, the Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations. Understand the Constitutional mandate and key priorities of the Department. Cash flow forecasting. Job related skills: Communication skills (both verbal and written) and Negotiation, Monitoring and evaluation, Coordination and facilitation, Financial analysis, Risk management, Problem solving with Financial and supply chain legal framework, Project management, Change management, Excellent people management. Personal Attributes: Departmental empowerment on Financial and Supply Chain requirements, Integrity, Ethical and empathetic leadership, Good interpersonal relations, ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, Ability to work in a team and independently, Strong character, Problem solving and analysis, decisive decision making, client orientation and customer focus, Proactive Communication with all stakeholders, Good financial judgement. Duties: Manage and render supply chain management services. Manage demand management plan and acquisition services. Manage logistics, assets and contract management. Ensure that internal procedures and control measures are in place. Provide advice and contribute towards the financial aspects of the strategic planning process of the Department. Compile delegations of authority in respect of financial and procurement matters. Provide inputs into the formulation of the medium-term objectives, policies, and strategies in support of the strategic and operational plans of t

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Requirements

✓Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of Grade 12 Certificate and minimum qualification at NQF Level 8 in Financial Management including Accounting / Business Administration / Commerce / Supply Chain Management / Public Finance as recognised by South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) and a Nyukela certificate (Pre-entry Certificate to the SMS) submitted prior to appointment
✓Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a senior managerial position
✓Must demonstrate high level of competency in financial administration, financial accounting and supply chain management
✓A valid driver’s licence
✓Job related knowledge: Knowledge and experience in Generally Recognise Accounting Principles (GRAP) and modified cash standards
✓Knowledge of the public sector budget reform process
✓Ability to effectively manage alignment of budget with priority programmes of service delivery
✓Ability to act as change agent and manage in accordance with the strategic vision and objective of the Department
✓Knowledge of financial management in relation to the regulatory framework for the Public Service e
✓g Public Financial Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations, the Public Service Act and Public Service Regulations

Key responsibilities

•Manage and render supply chain management services
•Manage demand management plan and acquisition services
•Manage logistics, assets and contract management
•Ensure that internal procedures and control measures are in place
•Provide advice and contribute towards the financial aspects of the strategic planning process of the Department
•Compile delegations of authority in respect of financial and procurement matters
•Provide inputs into the formulation of the medium-term objectives, policies, and strategies in support of the strategic and operational plans of the Department
•Monitor and oversee the collection of revenue by the Department
•Manage governance and assurance management services
•Provide timely and accurate financial and operational information necessary for strategic decision making to all Branches and exercise oversight into programme performance