Department of Home Affairs - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (REF NO: HRMC 34/26/5 ) Vacancies
| Job Title | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REF NO: HRMC 34/26/5 |
| Company | DPSA |
| Job Reference | HRMC 34/26/5 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Location | Pretoria, ZA |
| Employment Type | Full Time |
| Date Posted | 2026-06-13T19:47 |
| Closing Date | 2026-07-13T21:46 |
| Status | Open for Applications |
| Salary | ZAR 1885710 - 2124237 per year |
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER REF NO: HRMC 34/26/5 - Job Description
Introduction
The Department of Home Affairs - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (REF NO: HRMC 34/26/5 ) Vacancies applications Must be submitted on or before the closing date; accompanied by a fully completed and signed Application for Employment Form (New Z83, effective from 1 January 2021, obtainable at www.dpsa.gov.za), citing the correct post number and job title; a comprehensive CV (citing the start and end date, job title, detailed duties performed and exit reason for each employment period to be considered, as well as the details of at least two contactable employment references (as recent as possible)); as well as relevant educational qualifications / RPL certificates / Academic Transcripts of completed qualifications, regardless of online, email or manual submission. Applicants who possess (a) foreign qualification(s), are furthermore required to submit the evaluated results of such qualifications as received from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Pre-Screening: During pre-screening, candidates may be directed to submit additional supporting documentation such as a copy of their ID document, a valid driver’s license (if specified as a job requirement), acting letters, amongst others. Selection: Shortlisted candidates - will be subject to various assessments, such as an interview(s) and technical test(s) (which assess the candidate’s professional and technical competency against the job requirements and duties, general job fit, integrity and digital literacy); potentially considered suitable after the interview(s) and test(s), will be subjected to further mandatory assessments (which, amongst others, assesses the candidate’s proficiency in the core, professional and behavioural competencies attached to the level of the post within the Senior Management Service), employment suitability checks (credit, criminal, citizenship, qualifications, social media background, conducting business with State; and employment references including verification of relevant employment tenures, pending disciplinary action and exit reasons); will be required to submit a Declaration of Business Interests and successfully complete the online Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate to Senior Management Services course, which can be accessed via: http://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. Candidates wishing to be considered for appointment, are encouraged to enrol for this course immediately. All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One must be a practical exercise, and the other must be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
Appointment:
Once appointed, the completion of an employment contract, performance agreement, financial disclosure; and the undergoing of a compulsory induction programme, serving a prescribed probation period, and undergoing security vetting will be required. Unless otherwise indicated, correspondence between the Department and candidates generally will be limited to shortlisted candidates. The DHA complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (Act No. 4 of 2013). Personal information submitted will be processed solely for recruitment purposes, retained where required for audit, and safeguarded against unauthorized disclosure, except where legally required. Submission of an application constitutes consent to such processing
About the Company
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) seeks to appoint professional, passionate and skilled individuals to form part of a leadership team driving the transformation of Home Affairs into a digital-first, world class organization. Candidates committed to service excellence, digital transformation, innovation, integrity and the Department’s shared values, and whose credentials meet the requirements of these posts, are invited to apply before the closing date. The DHA is a merit-based and equal opportunity employer. In line with its commitment to promoting opportunities, in the filling of these posts, women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for, amongst others, the following
key functions: Provide strategic and executive leadership to the Finance and
Supply Chain Management Branch, including the effective management of
human, financial and physical resources, as well as governance, risk and
compliance processes. Lead the modernisation and digital transformation of
financial and supply chain management systems, processes and controls in
alignment with Departmental priorities and national digital government
objectives. Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Department on
financial management, budgeting, accounting, expenditure management,
revenue management, asset and fleet management, supply chain
management and public-private partnership initiatives in accordance with the
PFMA and National Treasury Regulations. Lead the Department’s financial
planning, forecasting and budgeting processes, including medium- and long
term financial strategy development, financial modelling, resource allocation,
expenditure oversight and the optimisation of financial performance and
sustainability.
Provide strategic financial advice and support to the Accounting
Officer and Executive Management on financial governance, fiscal planning,
strategic investment decisions, financial risks and the financial implications of
Departmental initiatives and reforms. Oversee the implementation of robust
financial governance frameworks, including internal control systems, audit
readiness strategies, compliance management, financial risk-management
practices, and consequence management measures, to achieve and sustain
clean audit outcomes and strengthen the Department’s financial maturity.
Facilitate high-level stakeholder engagement and represent the Department in
governance, audit and financial management structures, including leading
Audit Committee engagements on behalf of the Department, to promote
effective oversight, accountability and organisational performance. Lead the
development, review and implementation of financial and supply chain
management policies, directives, frameworks and operational standards
aligned to national legislation, Treasury prescripts and Departmental priorities.
Ensure the achievement of Branch performance targets, operational efficiency,
effective service delivery and the institutionalisation of accountability, ethical
governance and organisational values across the Branch.
Required Qualifications
A qualification in Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Management or
in a related field at NQF level 8 as recognised by SAQA. 8 years’ experience
at a Senior Management level.
Extensive experience in a Financial
Management environment leading complex financial management functions,
including Financial Governance, Audit- and Risk Management practices.
Proven track record of operating successfully at a strategic / executive
leadership level within a large organization of comparable size and complexity
as well as public sector experience will serve as an added advantage.
Knowledge of the Constitution of South Africa. Knowledge of Public Service
Regulatory Framework. Advanced knowledge and understanding of the Public
Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Treasury Regulations, Modified Cash
Standards, Auditing Standards and practices, the PPPF Act, and accounting
systems, e.g. BAS, PERSAL and LOGIS. Sound knowledge and understanding
of government planning and governance frameworks, including the Medium
Term Development Plan (MTDP), Government Planning Frameworks, and the
principles of good corporate governance (King IV). Understanding of all
relevant human resources Legislative Framework, Regulations and prescripts.
A Valid driver’s licence or ability to fulfil the operational travel requirements of
the post independently, through maintaining reliable transport arrangements
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for the execution of official duties, as well as willingness to travel and work
extended hours. Successful completion of the Nyukela Pre-entry Certificate to
Senior Management Services. Skills and competencies: Strong digital
leadership capabilities, including the ability to drive innovation, embrace
emerging technologies and lead business process transformation within a
digital-first environment; including the modernisation of financial management
processes and systems, digital governance controls and technology-enabled
oversight mechanisms.
Strategic leadership and execution capabilities,
including strategic planning, decision-making, accountability and the ability to
lead financial governance within a complex organisational environment.
Advanced financial management and governance capabilities, including
budgeting, financial planning, expenditure management, supply chain
management, revenue management, audit compliance management, financial
risk management and the interpretation and implementation of PFMA and
Treasury Regulations. Strong analytical and operations management
capabilities, including programmed and project management, policy
development, research, business process optimization, problem-solving,
planning and organizing, and the ability to work effectively under pressure and
meet organizational targets. Excellent stakeholder management and
interpersonal capabilities, including influencing, networking, diplomacy,
communication, presentation and business report writing skills, with the ability
to engage effectively with executive management, oversight structures and
strategic stakeholders. Strong people management and change leadership
capability, including team leadership, coaching, empowerment, talent
development, and the ability to drive organizational culture transformation and
workforce adoption of digital solutions. Strong numerical skills, high levels of
professionalism, ethical conduct, honesty and integrity, attention to detail,
sound judgement and a commitment to public service excellence.
How to Apply
Applications compliant with the “Directions to Applicants” above, must be
submitted online at https://erecruitment.dha.gov.za, or via email to
financerecruitment@dha.gov.za (limited to 2.5MB in size. Should an
automated acknowledgement of receipt not be received when an application is
emailed, this could mean that the application was not received due to the size
of the attachments. Should this occur, kindly resend the application in 2 / 3
parts, splitting the attachments accordingly), or delivered for the attention of
the enquires person cited for this post, to the Department of Home Affairs, Head
Office, 5th Floor Hallmark Building, 230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street,
Pretoria Central.