Deputy Director: Acquisition and Contract Management

Overview

Deputy Director for Acquisition and Contract Management in the Western Cape Government, requiring an NQF 7 qualification and three years of SCM experience.

Requirements

• A relevant tertiary qualification at NQF 7 in SCM / Finance / Economics/Public Administration.
• A minimum of 3 years related supply chain experience at supervisory/management level (ASD).
• Competencies: Knowledge of the following: Apply public-sector supply chain management (SCM) legislation, policies and procedures; evaluate and analyse procurement information and data, including expenditure patterns, spend analysis and process efficiencies; analyse the South African marketplace to inform procurement and sourcing decisions; procure goods and services in accordance with applicable policies and prescripts and through appropriate sourcing methodologies; conduct research and compile reports; apply strategic sourcing methodologies; manage financial and project management processes; implement monitoring and evaluation methods, tools and techniques; apply business and management principles in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership, production methods and the coordination of people and resources; assess customer and personnel needs, deliver services that meet quality standards and evaluate customer satisfaction; implement applicable legislative and regulatory requirements, policies and standards; apply public management and administration principles; manage stakeholder relationships;
• Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; use computer systems effectively; communicate effectively in the required language; manage projects; perform accounting, finance and audit functions;
• Other: perform legal administration; undertake operational planning.

Duties

• Manage the functional operation of bid and quotation services;
• Manage Contract Management Services and Administration;
• Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate;
• People Management;
• Financial Management.

How to apply

Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: via http://www.westerncape.gov.za/jobs or https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co

Enquiries: Mr Drikus Basson Tel No: (021) 483 2583

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process. All shortlisted candidates 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. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department. By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving. Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. OTHER POSTS