Asset Management Officer, Ref No. DOTP 50/2025

Job Purpose

The Department of The Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for suitably qualified and competent individual to supervise a team, perform administrative and physical tasks in maintaining credible asset and inventory register.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (or higher) in Public Finance, B.Comm or Internal Auditing; A minimum of 1 year experience in the asset management environment, warehouse management or inventory management; A valid driving license (Code B or higher).

Recommendation

Postgraduate Degree in Accounting, Auditing or Finance.

Key Performance Areas

Attend to all administrative functions and physical activity in effectively managing the asset and inventory management environment and registers; Analyse data, produce reports, perform monthly reconciliations, and assist in the compilation of financial statements (assets and inventory); Perform and lead a team during the asset and inventory verification process; Project manage the disposal process and assist with general asset and inventory planning; Draft circulars, Standard Operating Procedures and Policies; Perform asset and inventory management presentations and attend to internal and external queries; Fulfil supervisory functions.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management Act (PFMA); Supply Chain Management Prescripts; Financial Accounting; Asset Management framework; LOGIS system (Asset Management sections) or any Other Asset or Inventory Management system.

Skills needed: Computer literacy in MS Office Package (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, outlook etc.); Communication (written and verbal); Client and goal oriented; Numeracy; Project planning and Problem solving; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration

R 397 116 - R 467 790 per annum (Salary level 8)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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