Chief Financial Officer (Re-advertisement)

Please note that this is a re-advertisement, candidates who previously applied for this position need not to re-apply.

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for a highly motivated individual to provide world-class financial management service and perform statutory and other necessary financial management and reporting functions within SANBI and to ensure that the organisation complies with the requirements of the Public Finance Management Act and Treasury Regulations, and Procurement Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice and any other Act that has financial obligations on the organisation as a whole. This includes development and implementation of the funding and finance strategy and to mobilise for funding to ensure SANBI is sustainably funded in the medium to long-term to fulfil its mandate.

This position requires an undergraduate and post-graduate (NQF Level 8) qualification  in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA. Furthermore, the position requires a Chartered Accountancy CA (SA) qualification plus registration with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). This position also requires a minimum of 10 years senior management experience, with at least 5 years at higher/executive management level or equivalent level in dealing with financial matters. The successful candidate will be required to acquire a Senior Management Service  Pre-entry Certificate offered by National School of Government, before assumption of duty.

The successful candidate should be self-motivated, innovative and results-oriented with knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations and other legal frameworks that govern the public sector. The candidate must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence and must be willing to travel nationally. Good interpersonal, problem solving, team work and networking skills are also essential.

Key performance responsibilities include:

• Reporting to the CEO and SANBI Board as the CFO of SANBI in terms of the Public Finance Management Act.
• Developing and/or implementing the Financial Management and Sustainability strategies.
• Executing and managing financial controls and reporting including compilation of Annual Financial Statements.
• Provide leadership, development and the management of the Finance team.
• Oversee the development, implementation and maintenance of the supply chain processes of SANBI.
• Ensuring organisational compliance to applicable legislation, governance, and associated risks.
• Provide leadership on Budget Planning and Revenue Management.
• Playing a pivotal role in the functioning of the Audit and Risk Committee of the SANBI Board including the internal and external audit function.
• Strategic Management and oversight on leases, insurance, retirement funds, assets and payroll administration and expenditure.

Application procedure

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A skills test, competency assessment, qualifications, criminal record and credit checks will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorised verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to l.ralepeli@sanbi.org.za

Enquiries:
Mr Maano Netshiombo
Tel.: (+27) 12 843 5295
Cell: 082 453 0497