FINANCIAL ANALYST: JOBS FUND PMU

Job Overview

The National Treasury is seeking a Financial Analyst for a 12-month fixed-term contract within the Jobs Fund Project Management Unit based in Pretoria. The role involves performing financial analysis on Jobs Fund projects, focusing on contractual obligations, financial governance, investment appraisals, financial modelling, risk analysis, and ensuring compliance with the PFMA and National Treasury regulations. Candidates must hold an NQF 7 degree in Finance, Project Finance, or Economics, complemented by a minimum of 4 years of relevant post-training experience.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree / Advanced Diploma/ BTech Degree (NQF 7) in Finance, Project Finance, Economics or a related field.
• A postgraduate qualification in Finance would be advantageous.
• Minimum 4 years post-training/internship experience.
• Experience in the public sector would be advantageous.
• Client Service Orientation competency reflecting the Batho Pele spirit.
• Concern for Quality and Order, effective communication, and emotional intelligence.
• Integrity/Honesty with high standards of ethical conduct.
• Problem solving, resource planning, team participation, and valuing diversity.
• Vision and purpose aligning with organizational mandate.
• Computer literacy including MS Office, Internet, and email capabilities.
• Knowledge of development financing, economic development, financial analysis, government knowledge, and grant management.
• Knowledge of internal control/audit, labour markets, legislative knowledge (PFMA and NT regulations), project management, and public finance economics.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain mandated documents as required by the Jobs Fund Regulatory Framework.
• Review Jobs Fund policies for alignment with accounting standards and recommend actions.
• Assist Jobs Fund staff in interpreting laws, rules, regulations, and auditing procedures.
• Appraise new investment proposals and opportunities through due diligence related to the National Pathway Manager.
• Conduct financial appraisals of applications, including analyzing proposed financial models.
• Utilize and quality assure the Activity Based Costing Project Implementation Monitoring Plan (ABC PIMP).
• Determine optimal funding allocations, establish standard costs, and collect operational data.
• Conduct commercial analysis, financial modelling, risk analysis, and institutional analysis.
• Prepare appraisal reports, review proposed contracts for policy and legal adherence, and negotiate project appraisal documents.
• Analyse investment project reports, corporate financials, and examine accounting data for accuracy.
• Compare and analyse actual results with plans and forecasts to monitor financial status and variances.
• Audit documents submitted for payment to verify compliance with Jobs Fund guidelines and resolve non-compliance issues.
• Prepare disbursement request reports, monitor approved disbursements, and report on post-investment project progress.
• Coordinate with team members to review financial information, forecasts, and performance trends.
• Provide technical support in policy/regulation development and assist in compiling financial reports.
• Liaise with implementing stakeholders, promote value for money, and manage team dynamics.

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