Deputy Director: Supply Chain Management

Overview

Manage and coordinate the Supply Chain Management function at the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services in Centurion, covering demand, acquisition, contract, logistics, asset and disposal management.

Requirements

• Applicants must be in possession of a Grade 12 (Senior Certificate), Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Supply Chain Management / Logistics Management / Procurement Management / Public Administration / Public Management / Financial Management / Commerce / Business Management / Purchasing Management or an equivalent qualification recognised by SAQA.
• Public Sector SCM qualifications and LOGIS certification will serve as an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Supply Chain Management.
• Minimum 3 years' experience at Assistant Director level or equivalent supervisory level.
• Experience in public sector procurement processes, management of bids and quotations, contract management, asset management and SCM governance and compliance matters.
• Skills and competencies: supply chain management, procurement planning, contract management, financial management, leadership and people management, negotiation skills, policy interpretation, report writing, communication skills, project management, analytical thinking, problem solving, stakeholder management, presentation skills, computer literacy and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Duties

• The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and coordinating the Supply Chain Management (SCM) function of JICS through the provision of demand management, acquisition management, contract management, logistics management, asset management, disposal management and SCM compliance services in accordance with applicable legislation and prescripts.
• Manage procurement planning and bid administration, quotations, purchase orders and supplier performance; oversee contract administration, asset verification, inventory control, disposal processes and logistics services; ensure accurate SCM records, registers and reporting; monitor compliance with the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, Preferential Procurement prescripts and internal delegations; identify SCM risks and implement corrective measures; provide advice to end users and management on SCM processes;
• Participate in internal and external audit processes, provide information required by auditors, support the implementation of audit recommendations and maintain adequate financial records and supporting documentation for audit and PUBLIC compliance purposes.
• Supervise staff, manage performance and coordinate audit responses and implementation of audit recommendations.

How to apply

Applications to be submitted through following link: https://forms.gle/stG11FP16LRWQVSk9 or hand delivered to Block C3, Eco Origins Office Park, Witch-hazel Street, Centurion, 0046. FOR ATTENTION : Human Resources

Enquiries: Mr S Chiliza Tel No: (012) 321 0303

Notes

All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment and saved with surname and initials. JPEG (picture/snapshot) applications will not be accepted. Failure to do so will result in your application being disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on the internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. All applications must reach the Judicial Inspectorate for Correctional Services (JICS) on/or before the closing date and time. JICS cannot be held responsible for server delays. Applications submitted in any other way other than the published link or hand delivery will be treated as invalid. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83, it is acceptable for applicants to indicate “refer to CV” or “see attached”. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re- appointment under Part “F” must be answered and the declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience, if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Non- RSA Citizens / Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the posts’ technical and generic requirements. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used for the sole purpose of this application and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. Due to the large number of responses anticipated, correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. If you have not been contacted within three months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. The JICS reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. The appointment will be made according to the Public Service Act of 1994. 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. PUBLIC OTHER POSTS