About the Role
The Department of Education is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of SCM Officer: Contract Management Services, with positions available in Alfred Nzo West and Buffalo City Metro. This vital role allows you to contribute to the public service by ensuring that contracts are effectively managed, which directly impacts the quality of education services in South Africa. As an SCM Officer, you will engage in meaningful work that supports educational initiatives and enhances service delivery in these communities.
Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, these positions play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of contract management within the Department of Education. Your efforts will not only involve monitoring supplier performance and financial aspects of contracts but also facilitating committees that drive the educational agenda forward, ensuring that every learner has access to the resources they need to succeed.
About the Department
The Department of Education is committed to providing quality education services to all South Africans. Its mandate encompasses the development, implementation, and management of educational policies and programs that aim to improve learning outcomes across the nation. Working within this department means being part of a community focused on fostering educational excellence and supporting the future of South Africa through effective public service.
What You’ll Do
- Develop and coordinate Service Level Agreements to ensure all contracts are properly authorized.
- Monitor and evaluate the performance of contracts and suppliers to ensure compliance with agreements.
- Maintain and update the Contract Register for accurate tracking of contract details.
- Facilitate and coordinate meetings for the Contract Project Steering Committee, ensuring proper documentation.
- Compile performance and financial reports for management and relevant stakeholders.
- Develop systems to enhance compliance and improve service delivery in contract management.
- Supervise junior staff in the Contracts Management Unit, ensuring high-quality work and staff development.
What You’ll Need
- A three-year National Diploma (NQF 6) or undergraduate bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Financial Management, Supply Chain Management, or related fields.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ functional experience in Supply Chain Management within a public entity or government institution.
- A valid Code B or higher driving license.
- Knowledge of the Education Sector is an added advantage.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
Three-year National Diploma (NQF 6) or undergraduate bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Financial Management/ Supply Chain Management/ Purchasing/ Logistics/ Public Administration/ Finance/ Accounting/ Economics/ Internal Audit.Three (3) years’ functional experience in Supply Chain Management at a public entity or government institution.
A valid (Code B or higher) driving license.
Knowledge of Education Sector will be added advantage.
Job Duties
Coordinate the development of Service Level Agreements and ensure that all contracts are duly signed by the delegated authorities.Monitor and evaluate contract performance, supplier performance and financial performance of contracts in line with the Contract Agreements or Service Level Agreements.
Update, maintain and monitor the Contract Register of the Department.
Facilitate and Coordinate Contract Project Steering Committee.
Provide secretariate functions for the Contract Project Steering Committees and ensure 174 proper record keeping.
Compile contract performance reports and submit them to management and relevant stakeholders.
Develop and implement systems to monitor compliance and control in contract management, coordinate improved service delivery.
Coordinate, consolidate and compile performance and financial reports for all procurement contracts in the Department.
Develop and ensure proper record keeping systems, retention and retrieval of records are implemented in line with departmental policies.
Supervise junior staff within the Contracts Management Unit.
Allocate and ensure quality of work.
Personnel development.
Assess staff performance.
Apply discipline.
