About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated individual to fill the role of Deputy Director: Demand and Acquisition Management in Johannesburg. This position is crucial for ensuring that the procurement processes within the department operate smoothly and efficiently, ultimately benefiting the community by facilitating the delivery of services and resources that the public relies on. As a Deputy Director, you will play a key role in managing policies that govern demand and acquisition management, overseeing the bidding processes, and ensuring compliance with public service regulations. Your contributions will directly impact the effectiveness of the department’s operations, thereby enhancing public service delivery.
Situated in the bustling city of Johannesburg, this role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that drives strategic supply chain management initiatives. The Deputy Director will not only manage operational functions but will also be instrumental in developing and implementing procurement plans that align with the department’s goals. This role matters because it supports essential services and infrastructure projects that improve the quality of life for South Africans.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is committed to promoting efficiency, transparency, and accountability in the public service sector in South Africa. Its mission is to enhance the capacity and capability of government to effectively serve the needs of its citizens. Working within this department means you are contributing to a vision that prioritises good governance and the delivery of quality public services. The environment fosters growth, innovation, and collaboration, making it a meaningful place to build your career.
What You’ll Do
- Manage the functional operation of Demand and Acquisition Management.
- Design and develop demand and acquisition management policies, processes, and procedures.
- Compile procurement plans and obtain necessary approvals.
- Set up and oversee Bid Evaluation, Bid Adjudication, and Bid Specification Committees.
- Provide Supply Chain Management (SCM) advisory services to relevant committees.
- Oversee the appointment and management of bid committee members.
- Compile tender and quotation specifications as needed.
- Manage the bidding process from document compilation to publishing.
- Monitor the database of approved suppliers.
- Coordinate information for audit purposes and compile related reports.
- Develop and manage the operational plan of the unit.
- Ensure effective communication arrangements within the team.
- Plan and allocate work effectively within the sub-directorate.
What You’ll Need
- A Matric certificate and an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) in Supply Chain Management as recognized by SAQA.
- A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience at the Assistant Director level within a Supply Chain Management environment.
- Knowledge of public service prescripts and the Department’s mandate.
- Familiarity with performance management frameworks and strategies for performance improvement.
- Competencies in leadership, people management, project management, and financial management.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on client orientation and service delivery innovation.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with a self-motivated and reliable work ethic.
- Positive interpersonal skills and the ability to motivate and energize a team.
How to Apply
Please submit your application before the closing date as late applications will not be considered.
Requirements
A Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Supply Chain Management.A minimum of 3–5-year experience at Assistant Director level within SCM environment.
The candidate should have knowledge of all the Public Service prescripts applicable to the role as well as the Department’s mandate.
Knowledge of performance management frameworks applicable in the Public Service and proven strategies in performance improvement.
Competencies: Strategic capability and Leadership, People Management and empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management.
Problem solving and analysis, Client orientation and customer focus, Service Delivery Innovation, Honesty and Integrity.
Personal Attributes: Good written and verbal communication.
Self-motivated.
Work well under pressure.
Good Interpersonal skills.
Supportive and knowing how to draw the best energy out of the team.
Reliable and Responsible.
Positive attitude.
Job Duties
Manage the functional operation of Demand and Acquisition Management.Manage, design and develop demand and acquisition management policies processes and procedures.
Compile procurement plan and obtain approval.
Setting up the Bid Evaluation, Bid Adjudication and Bid Specification Committees and render SCM advisory services to the relevant committees.
Oversee the appointment of bid committee members.
Compile tender/ quotation specifications as required.
Oversee the bidding process.
Manage compilation of bid documents and advertisements.
Manage publishing of bid documents.
Manage the receipt (closing and opening) of bid documents.
Processing of bid documents.
Monitor the database of approved suppliers.
Oversee the coordination, compilation and submission of information for audit purposes.
Compile reports and oversee the reporting on the execution of the procurement plan and other related supply chain management administrative reports.
Report on the execution of the procurement plan and other supply chain management administrative related activities.
Management of sub- directorate.
Establish, implement, and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements.
Develop and manage the operational plan of the unit and report on progress as required.
Compile and submit all required administrative reports.
Plan and allocate work.
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