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DRAKENSTEIN LOCAL MUNICIPALITY
 
PERSONNEL VACANCY 
ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT: TENDER EVALUATIONS 
(REF NO: F-SC-AACC1) 
DEPARTMENT: FINANCIAL SERVICES 
DIVISION: Supply Chain Management 
Drakenstein Municipality, an employer that is committed to equal employment opportunities, invite people who qualify to apply for the abovementioned vacancy within its Financial Services Department. 

 
JOB PURPOSE: 
To supervise and coordinate the tender evaluation and screening processes and procedures through the application of the regulatory framework and authorised methods pertaining to the compilation and maintenance of tender registers and to compile and submit relevant reports on a regular basis on tenders to be considered and awarded through the Supply Chain Management process. Responsible for the direct management of one (1) staff member and indirect management of one (1) other staff member. 
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SELECTION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POST 
• Grade 12 
• National Diploma in Financial Management or Supply Chain Management 
 
OTHER REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS: 
• Minimum competency requirements 
• Computer literacy (Solar, MS Excel, MS Word, E-mail, MS PowerPoint) 
• Valid Code B drivers’ license 
• Accuracy and ability to give attention to detail 
• Supervisory skills
• Analytical skills 
• Good interpersonal skills 
• Communication skills 
• Numerical skills 
• Able to prioritise multiple tasks, work independently and objectively 
• Mental stamina for problem solving, making decisions in a timely manner and dealing with stressful situations 
• Able to interpret and apply oral and written instructions 
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles 
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EXPERIENCE:
• 3-4 years relevant experience
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SALARY SCALE: 
TASK LEVEL 11 - Basic salary per annum is R300 074.11 – R389 502.75 
Total Cost to Company R453 974.38 – R568 217.53 per annum 2 
 
A service bonus equal to one month’s salary is payable and normal fringe benefits related to Local Authorities, subject to certain conditions. 
 
Note: Proof of qualifications and/or relevant documents required for the post as advertised must be clear and certified, in which certified copies must not be older than three (3) months. 
 
Your application must be completed on an official application form of Drakenstein Municipality and will not be considered if not submitted. Application forms can be obtained from the Human Resources Offices at the Civic Centre, Berg River Boulevard, Paarl, 7622 (Mondays to Fridays from 08:00 until 15:30) or on the Drakenstein Municipal website www.drakenstein.gov.za. Clearly indicate the reference number for the post you are applying for on the application form. Your fully completed application form must be accompanied by your CV and relevant certified supporting documents when handing it in. No fax copies will be accepted. No CV’s will be returned on the applicant’s request, therefore please do not send us your original certificates. 
 
Your application can be submitted via email to: financejobs@drakenstein.gov.za, hand delivered or posted to Drakenstein Municipality, Human Resource Offices, PO Box 1, Berg River Boulevard, Paarl, 7622. 
 
For enquiries, the Human Resources Office can be contacted on (021) 807 4508/ (021) 807 6459/ (021) 807 6318/ (021) 807 6253. 
 
Note: Canvassing with Councillors or any members of the Appointments Committee is not permitted and will automatically disqualify applicants. 
 
The requirements of the Employment Equity Act will be considered for this position, but will not be the only criteria applied. 
 
Placement of candidates for work can be done in any area of Drakenstein. This area covers Simondium, Paarl, Wellington, Gouda, Hermon and Saron. 
 
NB: If you are not contacted within three (3) months after the closing date, please note that you were unsuccessful. No further correspondence will be given to you in this regard. 
NB: Candidates that arrive late for interviews will be disqualified. 
 
Closing date for emailed applications: 09 July 2021 at 23h59 
Closing date for hardcopies: 09 July 2021 at 15h30 
 
CITY MANAGER