Portfolio Head: Municipal Finance, Fiscal Policy

3 weeks ago

Pretoria, South Africa Tasiso Full time

THE CANDIDATE PROFILE
- Good understanding of the Public Sector and all relevant legislation and Regulations; and Policy directives (MFMA, PFMA).
- Working knowledge of legislative, regulatory, fiscal and policy directives governing company and LG Sector.
- Stakeholder Management and Influencing skills (Lobbying and Advocacy skills with an activist profile).
- Strong analytical ability towards opportunity identification and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Understanding of project/ programme management principles.
- Practical knowledge of financial management and budgeting principles and practices.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Relevant Post-graduate degree. Masters in Economics/Finance or related fields will be advantageous.
- Valid Drivers Licence; Extensive Travel
- At least 10 years experience operating at a senior management level within a medium to large sized organization preferably local government;
- Previous management experience in a multidisciplinary unit is essential;
- Ethical leader that places a high premium on integrity and confidentiality;
- Innovative thought leader
- Financial Management preferably local government
- Public Finance policy formulation
- Proven track record in developing financial turnaround strategies
- Proven track record in developing infrastructure financing solutions
- Proven track record in successful Lobbying and Advocacy of critical issues
- Demonstrates a sound understanding of the Local Government Sector
- Sound track record and experience in a local government finance essential
- Proven knowledge of the MFMA and other relevant local government legislation

KEY PORTFOLIO AND PERFORMANCE FOCUS AREAS
- Business Integration: Actively participate and support the Chief Officer with the development of the Cluster business plan, in ensuring that provincial member needs inform the strategy. Actively participate in the integrated planning process by developing and implementing the business plan for the portfolio, in line with the overall strategy and APP of the company. Develop and oversee the implementation of company decisions in the portfolio, so that all requirements laid down by company are achieved
- Strategic and Business Planning: Actively participate and support the comapny strategy in ensuring that the development of the cluster business plan with reference to the provincial member needs. Ensure effective representation of the Local Government sector by managing a team of Specialists, Senior Advisors and Advisors in an integrated portfolio. Manage, develop and implement the Cluster business plan for the portfolio to ensure that policy and procedures are in line with overall mandate.
- Financial and Budget Management: Support the development of the cluster Budget and ensure the processing of all expenses within budget and in compliance with SCM regulations. Monitor expenditure and budget allocations on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy and alignment with financial requirements. Contribute to the building of value-added service offerings to develop alternative revenue streams. Fulfil revenue generation requirements that the company has of all Senior Managers and source funding for various interventions
- People management and promoting a high-performance culture: Lead, manage and equip staff so that they achieve their work objectives and work within an environment conducive to achieving required results. Promote team work and in line with the the company's organisational culture, role model and educate staff on the importance of alignment of personal and organisational values for improved performance. Support the Chief Officer in building a high-performance culture in the company and in area of responsibility. Implement the performance management and recognition and reward processes in the company and drive high performance through day-to-day management of staff performance
- Corporate Governance and risk management: Ensure company compliance with related Legislative frameworks. Uphold sound corporate governance principles in the day-to-day operation of the portfolio and ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures. Identify and mitigate reputational, organisational and operational risks identified in the Portfolio. Ensure that relevant systems and processes are implemented and in place to facilitate an effective portfolio.
- Stakeholder management: Engage the Auditor General annually on the auditing framework and plan to be used to audit municipalities. Attend national and provincial municipal finance working groups. Prepare necessary policy and implementation frameworks, legislative information and other necessary material for distribution to municipalities. Support, guide and implement programmes with all provincial Programme managers and offices. Coordinate, guide and oversee the convening of municipal finance weeks in all provinces. Assist in development and maintenance of sound relationship

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