Deputy Director: Financial and Physical Planning (Five-year contract appointment) - Department of H

DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: FINANCIAL AND PHYSICAL PLANNING (FIVE-YEAR CONTRACT APPOINTMENT)

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 6

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• The assessment of infrastructure project plans/submissions for approval by the Minister to ensure cost effectiveness and value for money;
• Analysing annual audited infrastructure progress reports submitted by universities to ensure effective and efficient use of earmarked funds;
• Drafting submissions to the Director-General/Minister for the approval and amendment of project plans, the use of interest and savings, virement of funds, etc;
• Conducting in-year monitoring through the co-ordination and analysis of Quarterly PICC expenditure reporting on the SIP14 (Higher Education) infrastructure projects;
• Conducting site visits and compiling reports for monitoring and audit purposes to ensure the effective and efficient use of earmarked funds;
• Assisting with work streams related to the provision of student housing and the task team on the transfer of immovable government property.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A three-year degree in either Economics, Finance or Administration or an appropriate relevant qualification in the Built Environment;
• A minimum of five years’ relevant work experience with at least three years at Junior Management level;
• Experience in the administration of earmarked grants/subsidies or infrastructure projects;
• Post School Education and Training experience (PSET);
• Possess a valid Driver’s Licence.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Knowledge of the following:
  • Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and applicable Treasury Regulations;
  • Legal and policy framework governing the University sector;
  • MTEF budget processes, public finance management and administration;
• Computer literacy (Advanced: MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint);
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
• Hardworking individual who is self-motivated;
• Analytical skills;
• Planning and organising skills;
• Monitoring and evaluation skills;
• Professionalism;
• Client oriented.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• A Built Environment qualification.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In applying for this post, please attach:

• A comprehensive CV;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 15 March 2017

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES:  Ms Sunette Schaafsma, Tel: (012) 423 6600 (Kelly Recruitment)

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2017, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.