• Reference Number : REFS/035148
• Directorate : Supply Chain Management
• Number of Posts : 1

• Package : R 896 436.00 per annum plus 37% (Level 11)
• Enquiries : Ms. Itumeleng Maisane: 082 810 6152 / Ouwen Gaveni: 071 855 8934

Requirements :

• The successful candidate should have a Grade 12 certificate 3-year tertiary qualification Degree/B-Tech/National Diploma (NQF 6/7) in Supply Chain/Purchases/Logistics/Procurement Management/Commerce or relevant qualification as recognized by SAQA. A minimum of 3-5 years’ relevant experience as an assistant director / middle management position in Supply Chain Management. A valid driver’s license. Knowledge: in Project Management, People Management, Financial Management and Conflict Management. Procedures, Processes, Compliance Management, Customer Relationship Management, Risk Management and Fund Governance, Budgeting and Financial Management, Customer Service (Batho Pele Principles), Technical Knowledge, Public Service Act, Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment, Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Skills: Required Technical Proficiency, Business Writing, Communication (verbal and written), Customer Focus and Responsiveness, People and Performance Management, Diversity Management, Interpersonal, Conflict management, Problem solving and decision making, Team Leadership, Planning and organizing, Leadership, Negotiation and Influencing. In-depth knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, PPPFA, SCM Framework, Preferential Procurement Regulations, and National Treasury Instructions. Proven experience in Bid Committee processes (BSC, BEC, BAC). Sound understanding of SMME, Cooperatives, and targeted procurement frameworks. Experience in contract management, compliance monitoring, and audit processes. Computer literacy, including SAP or equivalent financial management systems. Strong leadership, coordination, and report-writing skills.

Duties :

• Manage the functional operation of the Sub directorate: Supply Chain Contract Management. Manage, undertake and review the monitoring, analyses and determination of actions to ensure proper contract administration. Administer variations to contracts. Evaluate applications for price adjustments and invoke penalty clauses. Evaluate applications for variations, amendments and cancelations and develop proposals for approval. Undertake dispute resolutions and ensure that all documentation is prepared and available to resolve disputes. Maintain proper relationship with suppliers within the code of ethics to ensure delivery of goods/services. Manage coordination, review and monitoring of contract compliance by determining whether product/services are delivered at the right time, of the right quantity, right products, right place, right conditions, right quality and right price according to the contract. Manage the Sub Directorate: Supply Chain Contract Management and undertake all administrative functions required with regard to financial and HR administration. Maintenance of discipline. Management of performance and development. Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions. Establish implementation and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan of the sub-directorate and report on progress as required. Develop implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work. Compile and submit all required administrative reports. Serve on transverse task teams as required. Procurement and asset management for the sub directorate. Plan and allocate work. Quality control of work delivered by employees. Manage and oversee short-term contracts and tenders below and above the threshold of R1 000 000.00. Provide strategic oversight and coordination of Bid Committees, ensuring compliance with SCM legislation and departmental policies. Ensure that bid committee registers are signed, proceedings properly recorded, and minutes compiled and safeguarded. Oversee and participate in the evaluation of tenders and short-term contracts. Review and approve recommendations for award prior to submission to the Accounting Officer / HOD. Oversee the maintenance of registers for short-term contracts and awarded cooperatives. Ensure submission of monthly and quarterly reports, including reports on jobs created through short-term contracts. Oversee the preparation of appointments, variation, extension, and termination letters. Ensure proper contract administration, monitoring, and compliance throughout the contract lifecycle. Ensure SCM process files are properly maintained, safeguarded, and readily available for audit, risk, and management review.

Notes :

• All attachments for online application via email must include an application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicate the correct job title in full as it is on the advert not abbreviations and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email. Use the correct email address associated with the post. JPEG (picture/snapshot/Screenshot) application will not be accepted. Failure to do so, your application will be disqualified. Applications quoting the relevant reference number must be submitted on the new form Z83, obtainable from any Public Service Department or on internet at www.gov.za/documents. Received applications using the incorrect application for employment (old Z83) will not be considered. Each post(s) advert must be accompanied by its own application form for employment and must be fully completed, initialled and signed by the applicant as instructed below. Failure to fully complete, initial and sign the Z83 form will lead to disqualification of the application during the selection process. All fields of Section A, B, C and D of the Z83 must be completed in full. Section E, F, G (Due to the limited space on the Z83 it is acceptable for applicants to indicate refer to CV or see attached. However, the question related to conditions that prevent re-appointment under Part “F” must be answered and declaration signed. Only an updated comprehensive CV (with detailed previous experience if any) and a completed and signed new Z83 application form is required. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview following the communication from Human Resources and such qualification(s) and other related document(s) will be in line with the requirements of the advert. Non-RSA Citizens/Permanent Resident Permit holders in possession of foreign qualifications must be accompanied by an evaluation report issued by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) (only when shortlisted). The Department does not accept applications via fax. Applicants who do not comply with the abovementioned instructions/ requirements, as well as applications received late will not be considered. Failure to submit all the requested documents (new Z83 and CV) will result in the application not being considered. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Some shortlisted candidates shall undertake a pre-entry practical exercise as part of the assessment method to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the posts’ technical and generic requirements. If you have not been contacted within three (03) months after the closing date of this advertisement, based on the unfolding recruitment and selection processes, please accept that your application was unsuccessful. Suitable candidates will be subjected to a personnel suitability check (criminal record, citizenship, credit record checks, qualification verification and employment verification). Please note by responding to the advertisement, you consent to the collection, processing, and storing of your Personal Information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). Your information will be used solely for the purpose of this promotion and will not be shared with third parties without prior consent unless required by law. The Department reserves the right not to make any appointment(s) to the below advertised post(s). The successful candidate will be required to enter into an employment contract and a performance agreement. The Department is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. The Employment Equity Plan of the Department shall inform the employment decision. It is the Department’s intention to promote equity (race, gender and disability) through the filling of these post(s). Successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme (Nyukela) is required before the appointment can be made for Senior Management posts. Enrolment for the course should be made on the NSG’s website at https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme suitably qualified, dynamic, passionate, and experienced qualifying persons are invited to apply for the vacant position.

Employer : Department of Sports Arts Culture and Recreation

Location : Head Office

Closing Date : 13-02-2026

Please Notes :

• Due to the large number of applications we envisage receiving, applications will not be acknowledged. If you do not receive any response within 3 months, please accept that your application was not successful.