About the Role
The Department of Public Service and Administration is seeking a dedicated Supply Chain Practitioner to join their team at the Pretoria Head Office. This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth procurement of goods and services through a structured tender process. You will play a vital role in supporting the bidding process, which is essential for maintaining transparency and efficiency in public service. Your contributions will positively impact the community by facilitating necessary services and resources that benefit all South Africans.
Located in the heart of Pretoria, this position offers you the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your skills in supply chain management will be put to excellent use. The Supply Chain Practitioner will not only assist in the technical aspects of procurement but also engage with various stakeholders, fostering a collaborative spirit essential for public service. This role matters because it directly affects the efficiency of government operations and, ultimately, the quality of services delivered to citizens.
About the Department
The Department of Public Service and Administration is committed to promoting effective and efficient service delivery within the South African government. Its mission is to ensure that public sector institutions operate at their best, providing quality services to the public while adhering to principles of accountability and transparency. Working here means you are part of a larger mission aimed at enhancing the lives of South Africans through improved governance and public service.
What You’ll Do
- Facilitate the procurement of goods and services through formal tender processes.
- Provide secretarial support to Bid Committees and assist in administrative duties during tender/bid briefing sessions.
- Help compile tender documents and ensure alignment with Supply Chain Management (SCM) prescripts.
- Monitor the validity period of closed tenders and coordinate the bidding process.
- Prepare registers for bidders, check compliance with SCM processes, and respond to queries during briefing sessions.
- Open bid documents, evaluate responsiveness, and prepare scoring models and evaluation reports for adjudication.
What You’ll Need
- A three-year National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Management, Public Administration, or a related field at NQF 6.
- A minimum of one year of experience in Supply Chain Acquisition Management.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of tender and procurement administration procedures, financial legislation, and policies such as PFMA and BBBEE.
- Strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a good understanding of social and economic development issues.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
A three (3) year National Diploma in Supply Chain Management/ Purchasing Management/ Public Administration / Public Management/ Procurement/ Financial Management and Logistics Management at NQF 6 as recognized by SAQA.One (1) year experience in Supply Chain Acquisition Management.
The disclosure of a valid unexpired driver’s license.
Knowledge of tender and procurement administration procedure.
Knowledge of financial legislation.
Knowledge of PFMA, PPPFA and BBEE policy.
Knowledge of procurement policies and legislation.
Disciplinary knowledge of labour law.
Knowledge of treasury regulations.
Knowledge of dispute resolution policies.
Understanding social and economic development issues.
Basic financial management.
Knowledge management.
Problem solving and analysis.
People and diversity management.
Client orientation and customer focus.
Communication (verbal and written).
Accountability and ethical conduct.
Job Duties
Facilitate the procurement of goods and services through formal tender process.Provide a Secretarial support function to Bid-Committees.
Provide administrative duties during the tender/bid briefing sessions.
Assist with the tender compilation of bid documents and confirm if it is in line with applicable SCM prescripts and processes.
Provide assistance in the review of the scope of the Terms of Reference (TOR).
Assist with the monitoring of validity period of closed tenders.
Assist in the co-ordination and execution of the bidding process-: Arrange and attend bid Evaluation committee meeting.
Prepare register for bidders.
Check the compliance with SCM prescripts and processes.
Respond to specific queries during the tender/bid briefing sessions.
Open bid documents and check the responsiveness and non-responsiveness of documents.
Prepare scoring model/tender recommendation and evaluation reports.
Preparation/ screening of recommendation for Adjudication.
Render administrative support to SCM (Acquisition Management).
