Assistant Director: Logistics

Overview

Assistant Director: Logistics at the Department of Economic Development and Tourism in Bloemfontein, requiring a degree in Supply Chain Management and three years supervisory experience.

Requirements

• An appropriate Degree (NQF Level 7) in qualification in Supply Chain Management/ Logistics Management. 3 years related logistics management experience at supervisory level.
• Knowledge of PFMA, SCM Regulatory Framework and all prescripts governing procurement in the Public Service.
• Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license.

Duties

• Coordinate and review the processing of requisitions for goods and services; receive a requisition, process requisition, coordinate the placement of orders for goods and services, place an order for the service in the case of a service required, order and acquire goods if not a store item or the item is not in stock.
• Coordinate the safekeeping and distribution of goods; receive and check goods, capture goods on relevant procurement system, return damaged incorrect and substandard goods, issue goods as required, preparation and collation of payment documents.
• Coordinate the control of stock; continuously monitor inventory, stock taking according to stock taking plan, comparison of stock counted with official records, identify outdated, unserviceable, redundant and obsolete stock.
• Coordinate the disposal of stock inventory; prepare the identified stock for disposal, develop proposals for the disposal method, presentation to the disposal committee for approval.
• Supervise employees to ensure an effective logistics and disposal management service and undertake all administrative functions required with regard to financial and HR administration.
• This would, inter alia, entail the following: general supervision of employees, allocate duties and perform quality control on the work delivered by supervisees, advise and lead supervisees with regard to all aspects of the work, manage performance, conduct and discipline of supervisees, ensure that all supervisees are trained and developed to be able to deliver work of the required standard efficiently and effectively, develop, implement and monitor work systems and processes to ensure efficient and effective function.
• Management of assets.
• Control and safe guarding of all supply chain documentation.

How to apply

Applications can be hand delivered or sent via email to recruitment1@destea.gov.za and quote the reference number for the above- mentioned position on the subject line (email) when applying.

Enquiries: Mr. B. Bosch at (082) 385 3005

Notes

Indians/Coloureds and People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Directions to applicants: Applications must be hand delivered or e-mail on a new Z.83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on internet at www.dpsa.gov.za-vacancies and must be accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae. Shortlisted candidates must provide certified copies of required documents (Identity Document, qualifications, etc) where necessary and service certificates to support senior management experience to Human Resources before the interviews, including South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluation reports for foreign qualifications. Failure to comply will result in disqualification. To be appointed at Senior Management Service (SMS) level, you must complete the SMS Pre-entry programme offered by the National School of Government (NSG). Find course details here: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme/ appointment is subject to successful competition of the Nyukela Programme: Pre-entry Certificate for SMS to be submitted prior appointment. Note: 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. Both of which form part of the selection criteria after the interview, the selection committee will recommend candidates for a generic management competency assessment, as per the Department of public Service and Administration (DPSA) directives. The assessment will evaluate candidates’ managerial competencies using standardised tools. NB: Please note that false or fraudulent qualifications submitted by applicants will be reported to the South African Police Services (SAPS), and a criminal case shall be opened. Shortlisted candidates are informed that they will have to make their own travel arrangement and they will be reimbursed by the department. Applications: Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered. If applying for multiple posts, submit separate applications for each post. If you have not heard from us within 3 months, please consider your application to be unsuccessful. Should, during any stage of the recruitment process, a moratorium be placed on the filling of posts or the Department is affected by any process such as, but not limited to, restructuring or reorganisation of posts, the Department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process and re- advertise the post at any time in the future. Important: DEDT is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting representivity and affirmative action. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates. The Department reserves the right not to fill vacancies. By applying you consent to the collection and processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes. Shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for assessments and interviews at a date and time as determined by the Department. Shortlisted candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, security vetting and reference checks (including social media profiles). Applicants must declare any pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations. Successful candidates must pass security clearance, sign an employment contract, sign an annual performance agreement and disclose financial interests. All applicants are required to declare any conflict or perceived conflict of interest, to disclose memberships of Boards and directorships that they may be associated with. Failure to disclose relevant information may result in disqualification or termination. Successful candidates will be appointed on probation for the period of twelve (12) months in terms of the prescribed rules. OTHER POSTS