Program 2: Finance & Administration

The Finance and Administration Programme consists of two divisions, the Finance Division and the Administration Division. The Finance Division focuses on budgeting and accounting of financial resources to ensure that funds are applied in an appropriate and accountable manner. The Administration Division manages and provides administrative and logistical support to the Department and the Statutory Offices. Furthermore, the Division ensures that the Department’s assets and facilities are efficiently managed to maximize work performance.

Functional Responsibilities

The functional responsibilities of the Finance Division are to:
• manage DLIR’s funds and ensure compliance with the PFMA and Finance Directives;
• prepare budget estimates;
• ensure there is planning, budget control and monitoring;
• communicate budget information;
• prepare and provide finance report as and when required;
• collect revenue;
• manage the accounting system; and
• manage procurement process (Recurrent, Project, and Trust Accounts).

The functional responsibilities of the Administration Division are to:
• ensure corporate planning, monitoring and evaluation are done;
• maintain registry and records; • manage the procurement processes and safeguard assets;
• provide transport and logistical support;
• ensure communication devices and channels are accessible;
• renovate and safeguard office buildings; and
• provide capacity development assistance to labour administration in the provinces.