Finance & Supply Chain Opportunity
The Department of Water and Sanitation is looking for an Asset Management Assistant to support asset control processes, including asset verification, record updates, inventory management and disposal procedures. The role is suitable for candidates with Grade 12, especially those with studies or experience in accounting, finance, logistics or supply chain management.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is suitable for candidates who:
- Have a Grade 12 / Senior Certificate
- Have a National Diploma in Accounting, Financial Management, Logistics Management or Supply Chain Management (advantageous)
- Have an interest in asset management and government administration
- Are computer literate, especially in Microsoft Office and Excel
- Have good communication and organisational skills
- Can work well in a team and solve problems effectively
Requirements
- Senior Certificate / Grade 12
- National Diploma in Accounting, Financial Management, Logistics Management or Supply Chain Management will be advantageous
- Current enrolment in a Finance or Supply Chain Management internship will be advantageous
- Knowledge of PFMA, Asset Management Framework and Treasury Regulations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Excel
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Planning, coordination and organisational skills
- Teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain discipline and solve problems
Main Duties
- Conduct quarterly asset counts
- Perform bi-annual physical verification of movable assets
- Update asset movements and maintain accurate records
- Ensure the asset register is regularly updated
- Update inventory lists
- Receive new assets and complete barcoding
- Maintain leased asset registers
- Assist with asset disposal and loss processes
- Support asset management activities within the department
- Work with teams to achieve departmental objectives
Skills Needed
- Asset and inventory management skills
- Record keeping
- Attention to detail
- Computer literacy
- Communication skills
- Planning and coordination
- Problem-solving ability
- Teamwork and accountability
Working Environment
The role supports government asset management functions and requires accuracy, organisation and the ability to maintain proper records for departmental assets.