Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

The National Museum, Bloemfontein invites applications for the following position:

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO)

(5-year fixed-term contract)

Post level: DPSA Director Level

Area: Bloemfontein

Closing date: 24 October 2024. Visit www.nationalmuseum.co.za for full vacancy listing.

Remuneration: Salary (DPSA Director level band). The Museum package includes 13th cheque, housing, pension, and medical aid.

Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Requirements:

• A South African citizen
• B COM Acc (Honours). A registered Chartered Accountant in good standing.
• At least 60 months experience of preparing Annual and other Financial Statements and receiving unqualified audit outcomes.
• Management experience of 60 months and strong people management experience.
• Some GRAP Heritage Assets experience and public sector sourcing.
• Working knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Supply Chain Management Regulations, basic Labour law requirements, and other relevant legislation related to Public Entities.
• Working knowledge of risk assessments and the management of Enterprise-Wide Risk Management.
• A valid unendorsed code 8 driver’s licence.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good organisational skills and a team player.
• Professionalism and ability to work under pressure and be able to prioritise tasks without compromising standards.
• Ability to work extended hours at times to meet statutory deadlines.
• An energetic, resourceful and flexible approach to the requirements of the post.
• Computer literacy (including Office, Pastel, VIP & Case Ware).
• Details of three contactable references to be included with the application.

Key Performance Areas

• Effective Management of Finances: Ensure that finances are managed to best enable the achievement of the Museum’s strategic objectives relating to research, collections, education, and public programmes.
• Effective Supply Chain Management: Conduct needs assessment, compile a procurement plan, and manage procurement plans for various Museum departments.
• Acquisition Management: Ensure procurement of goods, works, and services are in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.
• Contract Management: Implement effective management of tender and contracts registers.
• Reporting: Capture and prepare registers and submit to CFO for reviews.
• Effective Asset Management
• Effective Corporate Governance and Reporting: Develop and manage risk register, ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Development and maintenance of policies and procedures: Ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
• Management of staff: Effective management of Administration Department.

Closing date: 24 October 2024.

How to Apply?

All applicants must submit the following via email to Dr Coetzee at minutes@nasmus.co.za:

• A covering letter which addresses how the applicant meets the minimum requirements for the position
• Application Form of the National Museum
• A detailed CV with 3 contactable references from previous employment
• Copies of ID, professional registration as a Chartered Accountant South Africa, qualifications, and driver’s license

Shortlisted candidates will undergo vetting for probity which includes credit vetting, employment record, audit outcomes vetting, reference checking, criminal records, etc.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person