Deputy Director: Local Government Budget Analysis Jobs

Deputy Director: Local Government Budget Analysis

Organization: National Treasury of South Africa

About Us:

The National Treasury manages South Africa’s national finances and promotes responsible public financial management to support economic development and good governance.

Requirements:

• Grade 12 certificate
• National Diploma/Bachelor’s Degree (NQF 6/7) in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
• 4+ years’ experience (including 2 years at Assistant Director level)
• Experience in budget analysis and financial reporting
• Knowledge of municipal financial regulations and budget processes

Core Responsibilities:

Budget Management:

• Coordinate municipal budget processes per MFMA regulations
• Monitor budget compliance and provide feedback
• Support provincial treasuries on budget reforms

Financial Monitoring:

• Track municipal spending and service delivery
• Analyze financial reports and implementation plans
• Prepare reports for national stakeholders

Intergovernmental Coordination:

• Monitor financial data submissions for national publications
• Evaluate grant allocation structures

Stakeholder Relations:

• Guide municipalities on financial reporting
• Promote timely submission of required documents

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of municipal governance frameworks
• Report writing proficiency
• Intergovernmental coordination experience

Application Note:

Qualified candidates should submit applications through the National Treasury’s official recruitment portal. No application fees are required at any stage of the process.

Important: Beware of recruitment scams. The National Treasury never requests payment for applications or assessments.