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INDEPENDENT ELECTORAL COMMISSION (IEC)
 
Job Title: SENIOR MANAGER: LOGISTICS AND INFRASTRUCTURE (Centurion Head Office) [Ref: NO-0261]     
Employment: Permanent        
Location: National Office  
Remuneration: Inclusive remuneration package of R1, 415,658 per annum   
 
Overview
Lead the logistics and infrastructure department;
 
 
Responsibilities/Duties
Lead the logistics and infrastructure department; develop and maintain the department's, policies, processes and resources to support and ensure compliance and adherence to approved strategy and relevant legislation; provide strategic leadership in the voting station provisioning function within logistics and ensure that all elections materials are planned, procured and delivered timeously; provide leadership in the warehousing and distribution functions within logistics to ensure effective warehousing, inventory management, transportation and distribution of electoral materials and other goods; oversee the infrastructure function to ensure effective establishment of infrastructure provision for municipal electoral offices, establishment of appropriate voting station infrastructure. Maintain sound financial management, administration and human resource management of the division. Liaise with the relevant role-players in the logistics and warehouse environment.
 
 
Requirements
Matric/N3 and a tertiary qualification and at least 8 years' relevant working experience in management of large scale Logistics, Warehouse distribution and Supply Chain departments of which at least 6 years must be at management level (manager or director or equivalent). Knowledge of SAP ERP systems will be an added advantage; knowledge of warehousing and distribution systems; knowledge in development of bills of materials and associated material requirement is essential; understanding of democratic electoral processes and legislative frameworks in South Africa. Strategic leadership and management within a diverse environment; a proven track record of project management is essential as is knowledge and understanding of the PFMA and treasury regulations; experience in budgetary planning and expenditure reporting. Possess the following skills and attributes: building strategic relationships; problem-solving and people and team management; decision-making; sound verbal and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills; liaison and negotiation skills and experience; conflict resolution skills. Travel extensively both local and internationally and a valid driver's license.
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More Information
A South African citizen, who has not had a recent prominent political profile in the last 5 years.  Applications must in all cases be marked with the relevant reference number and be accompanied by updated comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) as well as certified copies of all qualification documents and identity document.  Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). Failure to attach the relevant reference number and to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.  Please note that the CV, all qualifications and references are subject to verification and appointments will only be made upon successful verification thereof. All appointments are subject to a probation period of not less than 12 months and successful applicants will be required to enter into a performance contract.
 
The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates and interviews will be conducted on a date and time specified by the interview panel. The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position after advertising them and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post. Although advertised, a position may be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery. The Electoral Commission may in terms of the Electoral Commission Act, furthermore amend the requirements and functions of its positions from time to time.
 
Suitably qualified candidates must forward applications with the required documentation to the relevant address below:
Manager: Human Resources
Fax: 012-622-5219
Email: HR@elections.org.za
 
Closing date for all applications: 17 December 2019.
Please take note that no applications received after this closing date will be considered.
 
Please note
Applicants for the above position/s should not have a high party political profile.
Successful candidates will be required to enter into performance contracts.
Should applicants be in possession of a foreign qualification, it must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA).
All applications must include:
a covering letter that clearly indicates the relevant reference number of the post and your employee number (permanent employees) as it appears on your salary advice;
a recent, updated comprehensive curriculum vitae; and
certified copies of all qualification documents and identity documents.
Failure to attach the relevant reference number and to submit the requested documents will result in the application not being considered.
Please note that recommended candidates will undergo risk assessments, including inter alia the verification of curricula vitae, all qualifications, criminal and credit assessments and appointments will only be made upon positive verification thereof.
All appointments are subject to a probation period of twelve months.
The Electoral Commission will only correspond with short-listed candidates.
The Electoral Commission is under no obligation to fill the position/s and reserves the right not to make any appointment in the above post/s. Although advertised, positions may thus either be withdrawn, re-advertised or filled by way of transfer or deployment, should it be considered in the interest of service delivery.