Assistant Manager: Asset – Emalahleni Local Municipality | Apply by 21 May 2025

Hiring Organisation: Emalahleni Local Municipality
Department: Financial Services
Location: Witbank, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Published Date: 07 May 2025
Closing Date: 21 May 2025
Annual Salary: R759,673.00 per annum
Position Level: Grade 3, Level 3

About Emalahleni Municipality

Emalahleni Local Municipality, based in Mpumalanga, is committed to efficient governance and the delivery of high-quality public services. The Assistant Manager: Asset role is a strategic position in the Financial Services Department, focusing on the control, compliance, and effective management of the municipality’s asset and property portfolio. This opportunity is best suited for experienced professionals in finance, asset management, or property valuation with strong leadership capabilities and attention to detail.

Position Summary

The Assistant Manager: Asset will oversee the asset management function within the municipality, ensuring accurate reporting, proper maintenance of records, effective budget management, and regulatory compliance. This leadership role requires strong financial knowledge, internal control expertise, and experience in supervising financial teams.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

Interested candidates must meet the following mandatory criteria:

• A National Diploma or Degree (NQF Level 6 or 7) in Asset Management, Finance, or Property Valuation

• A minimum of 5 to 8 years’ relevant experience, of which at least 3 years must be at supervisory level

• Solid understanding of municipal financial frameworks, compliance procedures, and reporting standards

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to carry out the following responsibilities:

• Supervise Financial Clerks and Officers, ensuring task execution and compliance

• Prepare detailed capital project schedules and track asset performance

• Compile and submit periodic financial and audit reports

• Oversee cash flow management, ensuring sufficient balances and avoiding overdrafts

• Maintain loan and investment registers, ensuring accuracy and compliance

• Support departments with petty cash processes and system usage, including Excel and VENUS

• Conduct asset depreciation calculations and manage the asset register

• Coordinate verification processes with the District Council

• Ensure the reconciliation of all control accounts and payment of loans

• Approve insurance claims, tenders, and internal requisitions as per the delegated authority

• Participate in budget preparation and ensure alignment between asset value and capital budgets

• Sign municipal cheques and ensure the accuracy of capital interest calculations

Key Competencies and Attributes

• In-depth knowledge of municipal finance, asset management principles, and sector-specific legislation

• Ability to interpret strategic goals, align them with departmental deliverables, and manage compliance

• Strong leadership, organisational, and project coordination skills

• Proven ability to develop corrective financial measures and manage risks

• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to communicate across technical and administrative levels

• Ability to work in high-pressure, deadline-driven environments with minimal supervision

• Experience in budget management, performance tracking, and internal auditing

How to Apply

Applicants are required to submit the following documents:

• Completed Application Form

• Comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Certified copies of:

  • Academic Qualifications

  • Identity Document (ID)

  • Driver’s License (if applicable)

Submit Applications To:
The Manager: Human Resources
P.O. Box 3
Witbank, 1035

Please Note:

• Emailed or faxed applications will not be accepted

• Applications received after the closing date of 21 May 2025 will be disqualified

• Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo:

  • A practical test

  • An assessment

  • A formal presentation

Employment Equity and Inclusion

In alignment with its Employment Equity Plan, Emalahleni Local Municipality strongly encourages applications from:

• Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDIs)

• Women (African, Coloured, White)

• Persons with disabilities

The municipality is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and representative workforce.

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