About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Deputy Director: Logistical Administration Support to join their team at the National Head Office in Pretoria. This role is crucial for ensuring the effective management of logistics and administrative support within the department. By designing, formulating, and reviewing logistics administration policies, you will contribute significantly to the operational efficiency of the public service, ultimately impacting the community positively. Your expertise will help streamline processes that ensure resources are well-managed, which is essential for delivering quality services to South Africans.
Working in this role means you will be at the forefront of logistical operations, overseeing everything from asset management to travel arrangements. The Department of Public Service and Administration plays a vital part in fostering a responsive and accountable public sector, and your contribution will help uphold these values. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of a team that is committed to service delivery and the betterment of South African society.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is tasked with enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of public service delivery in South Africa. Its mission is to ensure a well-functioning public service that is accountable, transparent, and responsive to the needs of the citizens. Every role within the department contributes to this mission, making it a place where your work truly matters and has a lasting impact on the community.
What You’ll Do
- Design and review logistics administration policies and procedures.
- Manage departmental stores and oversee asset management at the Head Office.
- Oversee the ordering and payment processes for goods and services.
- Manage travel arrangements and supervise the travel management office.
- Analyze reports and provide insights to senior management regarding logistics issues.
- Compile financial statements relating to commitments, accruals, and expenditure.
- Monitor adherence to logistics policies and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Manage the vendor database and evaluate supplier performance.
- Implement Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment initiatives.
- Supervise activities related to quotations and manage human resources and financial performance.
What You’ll Need
- A relevant Degree or National Diploma in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of supervisory or management experience in Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
- Knowledge of LOGIS, LBIS, Treasury Regulations, and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
- Strong computer literacy and a valid driver’s license.
- Competencies in financial management, problem-solving, and decision-making.
- Excellent team leadership, project management, and report writing skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate integrity and honesty.
- Strong networking, influence, and applied strategic thinking skills.
- Willingness to travel as required by the role.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email [email protected].
Requirements
Relevant Degree/National Diploma in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management or relevant qualification.3-5 years supervisory/ management experience at an ASD level in Supply Chain Management /Logistics.
Knowledge of LOGIS, LBIS, balanced score card and financial statements.
Computer literacy.
Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge in Supply Chain Management.
Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and PFMA.
Financial management.
Problem solving and decision making.
Team leadership.
Project management.
Presentation skills.
Conflict management.
Report writing.
Training and development.
Time management.
Confidentiality.
Understanding of public service policy and legislative framework.
Service delivery and client orientation.
Integrity and honesty.
Assertiveness.
Ability to network.
Influence and impact.
Applied strategic thinking.
Willingness to travel.
Job Duties
Design, formulate and review Logistics administration policies, processes and procedures in line with departmental policies, guidelines and procedures.Manage the stores of the department.
Manage assets of Head Office.
Oversee the ordering process and order payment process.
Manage travel arrangements and payment.
Oversee the travel management office of the department.
Analyse reports and advise senior management with regard to current issues in respect of Logistics in the department and in general.
Compilation of financial statements disclosure notes relating to commitments, accruals, payables, and fruitless and wasteful expenditure.
Monitor and evaluate adherence to Logistical policies and procedures throughout the department.
Take appropriate corrective actions where necessary.
Manage the vendor database and performance of suppliers.
Implement Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment.
Monitoring of quotation activities.
Management of human resources, finance and assets.
Management of performance information.
