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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUDGET IMMOVABLE ASSET

Department of Infrastructure · western cape

Salary band

R 932 292

Closing date

7 September 2026

Reference

DOI 68/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Infrastructure

Location

Department of Infrastructure, Western Cape Government

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive salary package)

Requirements

An appropriate 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Management; A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in management accounting at supervisory/management level (Assistant Director). Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, NT Instructions/Practice Notes applicable to budgeting and financial management; Provincial budgeting processes (MTEF, ENE/AENE, Rollovers, virements, shifting of funds); Management accounting principles, cash-flow planning, expenditure analysis, and cost-driver modelling; Revenue and expenditure control processes within the public sector; Public finance, human resources (HR) and records management processes; Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Government policies; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Advanced numeracy, analytical and financial modelling skills; Strong report- writing, presentation and communication skills; Computer literacy (Advanced Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word (report writing), Presentation tools); Project management, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement; Accounting/Finance skills relating to budgeting and in-year financial reporting; Team leadership & people management; Problem solving & decision-making; Planning & organising; Attention to detail.

Duties

Undertake financial planning, budgeting processes by analysing project lists for infrastructure programmes; Manage the roll-over, Adjustment Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE), and virement process; Manage reporting of Immovable Assets sub-directorate including inputs to the Infrastructure Reporting Model (IRM); Manage administrative and operational functions of the Immovable Asset Sub-directorate.

Enquiries

Ms S Andrews Tel No: (021) 483 483 5180 254

Notes

s applicable to budgeting and financial management; Provincial budgeting processes (MTEF, ENE/AENE, Rollovers, virements, shifting of funds); Management accounting principles, cash-flow planning, expenditure analysis, and cost-driver modelling; Revenue and expenditure control processes within the public sector; Public finance, human resources (HR) and records management processes; Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas; Government policies; Labour Relations legislation and regulations; Performance management in general. Skills in the following: Advanced numeracy, analytical and financial modelling skills; Strong report- writing, presentation and communication skills; Computer literacy (Advanced Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word (report writing), Presentation tools); Project management, problem-solving, and stakeholder engageme

About finance and accounting roles in South Africa

Finance professionals are in consistent demand across the South African public and private sectors. The National Treasury, Auditor-General's office, and all provincial treasury departments regularly advertise financial management and accounting posts. In the private sector, CA(SA) qualification holders remain among the most sought-after professionals in the country. Many public sector finance roles require knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA).

·For government finance roles, experience with PFMA compliance and BAS (Basic Accounting System) is highly valued.

·SAICA, SAIPA, and CIMA designations should be prominently listed on your CV with registration numbers and status.

·Junior finance roles in government are typically graded at salary levels 6 to 8 and require a relevant three-year degree or diploma.

·Internal audit roles in the public sector require knowledge of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Infrastructure in western cape. 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 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) in Financial Management
·A minimum of 3 years relevant experience in management accounting at supervisory/management level (Assistant Director)
·Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, NT Instructions/Practice Notes applicable to budgeting and financial management
·Provincial budgeting processes (MTEF, ENE/AENE, Rollovers, virements, shifting of funds)
·Management accounting principles, cash-flow planning, expenditure analysis, and cost-driver modelling
·Revenue and expenditure control processes within the public sector
·Public finance, human resources (HR) and records management processes
·Functioning of the province and the activities of sister departments/related functional areas
·Government policies
·Labour Relations legislation and regulations

Key Duties

·Undertake financial planning, budgeting processes by analysing project lists for infrastructure programmes
·Manage the roll-over, Adjustment Estimates of National Expenditure (AENE), and virement process
·Manage reporting of Immovable Assets sub-directorate including inputs to the Infrastructure Reporting Model (IRM)
·Manage administrative and operational functions of the Immovable Asset Sub-directorate

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
✓Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
✓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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What is the salary for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR: BUDGET IMMOVABLE ASSET position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 932 292. 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.

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