| Government Entity | City Council of Johannesburg |
|---|---|
| Location | Gauteng |
| Reference Number | 011_2026_Director-Finance_Human-Settlements_EXTERNAL-1 |
| Salary | R79 386,55 pm (basic salary, excluding benefits) |
| Centre / Location | 222 Smit Street, Braamfontein |
| Closing Date | February 5, 2026 |
| Source and Application | joburg.org.za |
Department: Human Settlements
Branch: Finance
Primary Function: Lead, direct and control the financial activities within the Department of Human Settlements (DoHS) through the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures within the appropriate legislative frameworks.
Leading Competencies:
- Organizational awareness alignment;
- Lateral thinking;
- Coordinating skills;
- An understanding of the application of the Municipal Finance Management Act;
- Strong financial and Risk Management analytical skills;
- Advanced report writing;
- Strong Presentation skills;
- Problem-solving;
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, and must be able to communicate and coordinate effectively with other stakeholders;
- Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy, excellent planning, organising, coordinating, and time management skills. Core Competencies:
- Extensive knowledge of Local Government Finance;
- Ability to analyse and interpret financial information;
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing;
- Problem activity abilities;
- Report writing presentation skills;
- Strategic orientation;
- National Treasury Legislation and related legislation;
- Sound knowledge of audit principles and practices;
- Business acumen;
- Collaborative/Teamwork, Values and Integrity, Attention to detail, and quality-focused;
- Customer and Service Delivery Management (Batho Pele) Ethics, Professionalism;
- Impact and Influence according to the City’s protocols, legislation, and standards. “All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. The City of Johannesburg applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements. Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged groups, including those with disabilities. Appointments will be made in accordance with the approved Employment Equity Plan to promote its equitable representation in terms of race, gender and disability.”
Requirements
Matric/Grade 12 plus a Degree in Accounting/BCom or any financial-related qualification at NQF level 7; 10 years’ experience, of which 5 years at middle management; 7 - 8 years of managerial experience in the compilation, analysis, and interpretation of financial management reports and balance sheets analysis; 5 years’ experience in Public Sector Finance (MMFA or PMFA); Preference will be given to experience in financial management within the Local Government sphere and the public sector sphere; Experience in budgeting, income and expenditure; Management and asset management; Experience in the MS Office application and access database; Project Management, risk management and auditing will be an added advantage.
Duties
Develop strategies, policies and procedures to be implemented by respective directorate within the Department of Human Settlements; Direct, monitor and control procurement for all directorates within the Department of Human Settlements; To provide efficient and effective asset resources (materials and tools) management, monitoring and control within the Department of Human Settlements; Directing and leading the development of financial planning and strategy in the Department of Human Settlements; Compile and consolidate reports prepared for the Head of departments for submission to the Group Financial Officer and other stakeholders; Dissemination of Financial information on policies, procedures, legislation and guidelines to all relevant stakeholders; Direct controls outcomes associated with utilisation, productivity and performance of people and to implement sound relations within the directorate; Provide effective risk management and governance oversight in the directorate; VACANCY C IRCULAR
Source / Circular Reference
joburg.org.za