MUNICIPAL FINANCE MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Closing Date: 05 December 2018
Salary: An all-inclusive salary Package of R 95 760.00 per annum

BUDGET AND TREASURY OFFICE: MUNICIPAL FINANCE MANAGEMENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

3 x FINANCIAL INTERNS

(Two year contract position with an option to extend for further twelve months)

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:* Applicants must be in possession of a three-year B. Com Degree/ National Diploma in the following fields:

Financial Management/ Economics/Accounting and Financial Information Systems/Financial Information Systems, including either Risk Management and/or Auditing.

No experience is required. The intern will work closely with the Senior Manager: Budget & Treasury as their Mentor. The intern will sign an internship agreement which is in addition to the employment contract. The effect of the agreement is to ensure commitment to the program which require, amongst other, full participation in the educational and workplace assignments and observance of policies and procedures.

The candidate must between the ages of 21 and 35.

Internship Overview: The Municipal Finance Management Internship Program is a structured professional training and work experience program with the goal of providing high quality and practical exposure in all aspects of a Municipal Budget, Risk Management, Internal Auditing and Treasury Office which is governed by the Municipal Finance Management Act, Act 546 of 2003 and the underlying reforms. The program has a logical training sequence that builds on the skills and competence acquired during University and Technikon training. It ends where appropriate, with the credits or a qualification in Municipal Finance Management in line with the Municipal Minimum Competency Regulations, Gazette 29967 of June 2007.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS INCLUDE:

• Implementation of GRAP and Budget Reforms
• Financial and Performance reporting
• Change, Risk and Project Management
• Expenditure and Revenue Management, Supply Chain/Procurement Management
• Communication and Implementation of the Municipal Finance Management Act
• Asset Management
• Risk Management/Internal Auditing
• IT and Governance

Work related enquiries can be directed to Ms. FV Mzizi; fmzizi@plett.gov.za or on tell: 044-501 3000.

Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and evaluation process and be aware that previous employers and references may be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal records may be verified. Candidates that are invited for screening will be responsible for their own travel and accommodation costs. Such costs may be claimed back if such claims are made according to Council’s Policy.

REMUNERATION: An all-inclusive salary Package of R 95 760.00 per annum.

Applications forms are available on the Bitou website (www.bitou.gov.za); A detailed CV of no more than five pages plus original certified copies of qualifications must be attached to the application form and must be posted /hand delivered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600. For any other enquiries you can contact Mr. J Williams or Ms. L Clark on telephone no: 044 501 3067.

The requirements of the Employment Equity Act apply for this position, but will not be the only criterion applied. Appointment is subject to the conditions of service of Local Authorities.

Please take note:

1. ONLY hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.

2. Late applications will not be considered. Canvassing of Councillors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.

3. Should applicants not receive feedback within 12 weeks from the closing date they must accept that their application was unsuccessful.

4. Preferences will be given to applicants who resides or who are originally from the Plettenberg Bay area.

Bitou Municipality subscribes to and applies the principles of the Employment Equity Act. Females, Youth and Disabled persons are encouraged to apply.

Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only, if you do not receive a response within 3 months, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Bitou reserves the right not to fill the vacancy.

TC NDLOVU

MUNICIPAL MANAGER

CLOSING DATE: 05 December 2018

Municipal Notice: 318/2018