Assistant Director: Supply Chain and Asset Management

Overview

Assistant Director for Supply Chain and Asset Management at Ingwe TVET College central office, requiring a diploma and supervisory SCM experience.

Requirements

• Incumbent should have a relevant Senior Certificate / Grade 12/ NCV Certificate (Level 4).
• Applicants must have a recognised National Diploma (NQF Level 6)/ Degree recognised by SAQA in Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management or a related field.
• Three (3) to Five (5) years’ experience at supervisory level on a salary level 7 or 8 in Supply Chain Management, specifically in tender processes and logistics management, is required.
• The candidate must have in-depth knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA), Treasury Regulations, the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Act, and the Supply Chain Management Framework.
• A comprehensive understanding of the entire supply chain cycle, including demand planning, acquisition, logistics, asset disposal, and supplier relationship management, is essential, along with knowledge of asset management practices and National Treasury guidelines.
• The ideal candidate must demonstrate advanced administrative, planning, and organisational skills, as well as competencies in financial management, report writing, and project coordination.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills are critical.
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications, client-focused service delivery, leadership, and effective team and people management are expected.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, technical expertise, and a commitment to service excellence are key attributes required for this role.

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, implementation, review, and monitoring of Supply Chain Management (SCM) policies in line with relevant legislation and regulations.
• This includes ensuring effective provisioning, procurement, stock control, and reporting processes, while conducting policy awareness across the College.
• The incumbent will oversee the procurement of goods and services, ensuring compliance with SCM procedures, timely authorisation of official orders, alignment of procurement plans with the College’s budget, and proper documentation of all purchasing activities.
• The role also includes the administration of demand and acquisition management, coordinating tender processes, supporting bid specification, evaluation, and adjudication committees, and ensuring that procurement is aligned with preferential procurement objectives.
• The candidate will further be responsible for managing the College’s asset portfolio by maintaining an accurate and up-to-date asset register, ensuring the barcoding of assets, verifying asset movement, and facilitating asset disposals in line with policies.
• In addition, the incumbent will oversee the development and maintenance of a secure and current supplier database, monitor supplier compliance, and ensure records are properly maintained.
• The role also entails the management and supervision of staff within the unit, ensuring performance agreements are in place, and supporting staff development in accordance with institutional performance management systems.

How to apply

Please hand-deliver your application, quoting the reference number, To: The Office of the Assistant Director: Human Resource Management and Development: Ingwe TVET College; Admin Centre Office, Badibanise A/A, Mt Frere 5090, or email to: cmanto-mati@ingwecollege.edu.za

Enquiries: Mrs Cikizwa Philis Manto-Mati / Mr. Siseko Jama Tel No: (039) 940 2142, EX.T

Notes

All applications must be submitted on the new approved Z83 Application Form (dated 1 January 2021) obtainable from the DPSA Website or any Public Service Department website. The new Z83 Application Form must be fully completed and duly signed. The Z83 Application Form must be accompanied by a detailed, recently updated, comprehensive CV with three (3) contactable references (provide their contact number and email addresses). Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted to submit the required certified documents. Incomplete applications or applications received after the closing date will not be considered. A complete set of application documents should be submitted separately for every post you wish to apply for. Applicants with foreign qualifications would be required to submit an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) on or before the day of the PUBLIC interview. The college reserves the right to withdraw the posts at any time. Communication will only be entered into with the shortlisted and successful candidates. All shortlisted candidates may be subjected to personnel suitability checks (criminal records, citizenship, and qualification verification). The suitable candidates will be required to annually disclose their financial interests and declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest. 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. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All applicants must consider their applications to be unsuccessful if not contacted within 60 days after the closing date.