School Finance and Records Officer

Reference Number: 51

Employer: Western Cape Education Department (WCED)

Location: Western Cape

Job Type: Full-Time

Company Overview

The Western Cape Education Department (WCED) oversees early childhood development as well as primary and secondary education within the province. Our main goals are to improve literacy and numeracy skills, increase matric pass rates, and ensure all communities have access to high-quality education.

Job Summary

The School Finance and Records Officer will play a vital role in managing the financial and administrative records of our educational institutions. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in finance and office administration.

Requirements

• A 3-year post-matric finance qualification or a relevant degree.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant administrative experience, specifically in finance and records management.
• A valid driver’s license.

Knowledge and Competencies

The successful candidate should possess the following:

• Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of the Public Financial Management Act (PFMA), Archives and Records Service Act, and Supply Chain Management (SCM) procedures.
• Financial Expertise: Experience with budgeting processes, bookkeeping, and financial software like Pastel.
• Systems Knowledge: Familiarity with School Administrative processes and Information Management Systems such as EMIS and CEMIS.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively in two of the official languages of the Western Cape.
• General Skills: Strong computer literacy, professional report writing, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are interested in this position, please apply through the official Western Cape Education Department or the DPSA vacancies portal.