Finance · Circular 27 of 2026

Supply Chain Management Officer: Acquisition Management

Department of Public Works & Infrastructure

Overview

Supply Chain Management Officer overseeing acquisition processes including quotations, bids and tender invitations for the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure across four Eastern Cape centres.

Requirements

  • National Senior Certificate/ National Diploma in SCM/Logistics/ Cost & Management Accounting/ Financial Accounting/Financial Information System (NQF Level 06) with 1-2 years’ experience in Acquisition Management.
  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Knowledge and Skills: National Treasury Prescripts and Circulars, Provincial Treasury Prescripts and Circulars, SCM Delegations, Policies and Prescripts, Public Service Act, Public Service Regulations of 2016, Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Applicable Legislation and Prescripts, CIBD, BBBEE, PPPFA, Policies and Procedures.
  • Good Communication Skills (verbal & written), Computer Literate, Planning and Organising.

Duties

  • Render acquisition services, Compile the request for quotation documents, Verify registration of service providers identified on LOGIS, Execute the bidding / quotation process, Publish tender invitations., Send request for quotation documents to the identified service providers, Receive and open bid / quotation documents, Print CSD report, Check compliance, completeness and accuracy of documents received.
  • Evaluate quotations received in line with SCM prescripts and make recommendations, Publish tender award where applicable, Conduct compliance check on documentation, utilize standard checklist to confirm policy compliance regarding quotes, Send complete document for verification, Record the received quotation documents on the quotation register for the end user to collect, Submit complete documentation for further processing at Logistics Management.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted as follows: via the provincial e-recruitment system accessible at: https://ecprov.gov.za and/or at https://erecruitment.ecotp.gov.za. The Provincial e-Recruitment System is available 24/7 and closes at 23: 59 on the Closing Date. To report any e- Recruitment System challenges send an email with your (i) ID Number, (ii) profile email address, (iii) details of your issue to: e-recruitment- bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za. Do not send any applications to this email address; should you do so, your applications/ CV will be regarded as lost and will not be considered. Technical support is limited to working hours: (08:00-16:30 Mon- Thursday and 08:00-16:00 on Friday). Hand-delivered/ E-Mailed/ Faxed/ Posted applications will not be accepted.

Enquiries: Ms S. Zazini at 066 489 6117 / Mr L Maliti at 066 489 6117, e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za for Mount Ayliff posts: Ms O. Mailula at 060 979 3691 / Ms N. Gcabi at 060 979 3691, e-recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za Ms. N. Ndawo at 083 627 2151 / Ms. S. Nenene at 083 627 2151 / Mr. S. Mpumlwana at 083 627 2151, e-recruitment Technical Enquires: erecruitment- bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za Ms C. Bermoskie at 083 797 8135 / Mr. S.Damane at 083 797 8135, e- recruitment Technical Enquiries: e-recruitment-bhisho@ecdpw.gov.za

Notes

Bisho: (Preference will be given to Youth Indian Female and Youth White Female) Mount Ayliff: (Preference will be given to White Male with Disability) Gqeberha: (Preference will be given to Coloured Male with Disability) Queenstown: (Preference will be given to Youth White Male) Applications must be submitted on a duly completed New Z83 form (effective from 01 January 2021), e-Recruitment System automatically generates Z83 immediately you press apply and generate Z83. Applicants are not required to submit copies of qualifications and other relevant documents upon application but must submit a fully completed Z83 form and detailed Curriculum Vitae. NB: Z83 in the e-recruitment system is currently not signable; so, applicants who submitted applications via the e-recruitment system will not be disqualified for an unsigned Z83 instead will be requested to sign on/or before the interview day. View the list of the positions you applied for on “My Job Applications” and do note that the system Z83 does not reflect work experience and qualifications, however, every detail of your information does reflect to the Recruitment team. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, and other relevant documents (like a copy of Permanent Resident Permit for Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit Holders to HR on or before the interview date. Failure to submit all the required documents will disqualify the application. Correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within six (6) months after the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Selected candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record check, citizenship verification, financial/asset record check, qualification/ study verification and previous employment verification). All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic Managerial Competency Assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of Competency-based Assessment. Successful candidates will also be subjected to security clearance processes. Where applicable, candidates will be subjected to a skills/ knowledge test. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS competency assessment tools. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of twelve 12/24 months. It is the objective to address the Employment Equity Affirmative Action Measures in line with the Employment Equity Plan and to achieve equitable representation across race and gender. The EE targets of the recruiting Department will be adhered to although the applications are welcome from all racial groups. The Recruiting Department reserves the right to amend/ review/ withdraw the advertised posts if by so doing, the best interest of the department will be well served. (Females and People with Disabilities are also requested to apply and indicate such in their applications). Misrepresentation in the application documents will result in automatic disqualification and disciplinary action in the event the candidate has already been appointed. SMS pre-entry certificate (Nyukela) must be submitted prior appointment. All shortlisted candidates for SMS posts will be subjected to technical exercises and interviews. Following the technical exercise and interview, a maximum of three (3) SMS candidates will undergo psychometric assessments to assess cognitive capabilities, behaviourally preferences, emotional intelligence and integrity. Successful candidates will be appointed on a probation period of 12/24 months. The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated Full details can be sourced by following the link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme Note: Due to austerity measures, the Department will not carry any related costs (transport, accommodation, and meals) for candidates attending pre-selection assessment/s and interviews. MANAGEMENT ECHELON

Post 27/109, sourced from the DPSA Circular 27 of 2026. Apply directly to Department of Public Works & Infrastructure by 17 August 2026. No late applications will be accepted.. This is an unofficial index; the advert in the circular is authoritative.

Location
Bisho, Eastern Cape
Salary
R338 106 p/a · Level 7
Closing date
17 August 2026. No late applications will be accepted. Closed
Reference
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