SENIOR MFMA ADVISOR
Requirements
A Grade 12 is required coupled with a minimum Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to NQF level 7) in the following disciplines: Public Administration or Economics or LLB (equivalent to NQF level 8). A minimum 4 years' experience of which 2 years’ should be on an Assistant Director level or equivalent obtained in financial management within the public sector or related, Knowledge and experience of the Local and Provincial Government operational set-up.
Duties
Review of Legislation Framework: Provide inputs into legislation impacting financial management in municipalities and municipal entities, Establish and maintain a system of delegation (internal and external) including the development of generic delegations framework, Assist with the interpretation, comment and coordination of MFMA related queries through assisting with the management of the MFMA helpdesk and responding to parliamentary questions as and when required, Research: Assist with maintaining a database 21", "of court cases impacting on MFMA. Stakeholder Engagement: Participate in quarterly MFMA Joint Meetings by conducting presentations on legal matters, Assist with convening or participate in MFMA related workshops, forums etc, Assist with the maintenance of the MFMA webpage on the National Treasury’s website for continued relevance, Liaise with and assist in the coordination of MFMA Implementation, Initiate the Primary Bank Account processes for a safe and secured transfer of funds to municipalities, Engage with key stakeholder to ensure alignment with MFMA, Review policy papers and provide comments upon request, Advise on appropriateness of financial reforms. Monitoring and Reporting: Assist with the finalisation, coordination or contribution towards the development of Guidelines and Circulars supporting MFMA Implementation and when required, Assist with the coordination of departure and exemptions granted in terms of sections 170 and 177 of the MFMA and maintain related records, Capacity Building and Support: Assist with the development, review and maintenance of MFMA training material, Assist with conducting information sessions to various stakeholders on the MFMA, Participate on committees pertaining to MFMA Implementation.
Applications
quoting the reference number must be addressed to Ms. Baarata Moabi. Applications must be posted to the Department of Public Service and Administration, Private Bag X916, Pretoria, 0001, or delivered to 546 Edmond Street, Batho Pele House, cnr. Edmond and Hamilton Street, Pretoria, Arcadia 0083, or emailed. FOR ATTENTION : Ms. Baarata Moabi