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NATIONAL ENERGY REGULATOR (NERSA) VACANCIES
NATIONAL ENERGY REGULATOR (NERSA)
The National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) is a regulatory authority established as a juristic person in terms of section 3 of the National Energy Regulator Act, 2004 (Act No. 40 of 2004). NERSA’s mandate is to regulate the electricity, piped-gas and petroleum pipeline industries in terms of the Electricity Regulation Act, 2006 (Act No. 4 of 2006), Gas Act, 2001 (Act No. 48 of 2001) and Petroleum Pipelines Act, 2003 (Act No. 60 of 2003). The structure of the Energy Regulator consists of nine members, five of whom are part time and four are full time, including the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The Energy Regulator is supported by a secretariat under the direction of the CEO. NERSA wishes to recruit personnel with appropriate competencies in the following areas:
SENIOR ENGINEER
Department: Petroleum Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution
Package: R1 157 136.00 – R1 498 109.00 per annum (CTC)
Reference: HR 08/24
Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree / Bachelor of Technology Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Engineering or Science as recognized by SAQA * Minimum Six (6) years relevant working experience * Experience and Knowledge of petroleum industry technical standards * Experience in conducting technical audits *Be familiar with the Petroleum Pipelines Act, Regulations and Rules made under the Act * Be familiar with the Petroleum Pipelines Industry and the infrastructure involved * Experience in regulation will be an added advantage * Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage * Registration as a Professional Engineer will be an added advantage.
The candidate must be competent in the following: * Communication (verbal and written) Skills * Writing and Presentation Skills * Interpersonal Skills * Negotiation Skills * Analytical Skills * Planning and Organisational Skills * Computer literacy Skills * People Management Skills * Problem Solving Skills.
Purpose: Reporting to the Head of the Department (HoD): Petroleum Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution Department, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the HoD on the three key departmental functions being licensing of petroleum facilities, monitoring and enforcement of licence conditions, and dispute resolution pertaining to all the activities licensed in terms of the Petroleum Pipelines Act, 2003 (PPA).
Key responsibilities: The successful incumbent will: * Process applications and make recommendations on the issuing of licences, amendment of licence conditions and revocations * Perform in-depth analyses of information submitted by licensees and/or stakeholders as part of monitoring and enforcement of licence conditions, regulations and standards pertaining to petroleum pipelines, loading facilities and storage facilities * Oversee or supervise monitoring and enforcement of conditions of licences issued to verify the overall level of compliance by licensees and report findings and develop corrective actions to be undertaken by licensees * Conduct investigations into alleged unlicensed activities or non-compliance with licence conditions or any complaint lodged with NERSA * Conduct technical audits and/or site inspections to verify compliance with conditions of license, regulations, engineering codes, standards and specifications * Development, maintenance and implementation of the compliance monitoring framework * Supervise and mentor the staff at Engineer, Analyst and Technician level in the Department * Conduct departmental or divisional projects * Act on behalf of the Head of Department: Petroleum Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution’s absence.
Enquiries for this position should be directed at: Mr Martin Untiedt at 012 401 4600
SENIOR ENGINEER
Department: Petroleum Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution
Package: R1 157 136.00 – R1 498 109.00 per annum (CTC)
Reference: HR 08/24
Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree / Bachelor of Technology Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Engineering or Science as recognized by SAQA * Minimum Six (6) years relevant working experience * Experience and Knowledge of petroleum industry technical standards * Experience in conducting technical audits *Be familiar with the Petroleum Pipelines Act, Regulations and Rules made under the Act * Be familiar with the Petroleum Pipelines Industry and the infrastructure involved * Experience in regulation will be an added advantage * Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage * Registration as a Professional Engineer will be an added advantage.
The candidate must be competent in the following: * Communication (verbal and written) Skills * Writing and Presentation Skills * Interpersonal Skills * Negotiation Skills * Analytical Skills * Planning and Organisational Skills * Computer literacy Skills * People Management Skills * Problem Solving Skills.
Purpose: Reporting to the Head of the Department (HoD): Petroleum Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution Department, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the HoD on the three key departmental functions being licensing of petroleum facilities, monitoring and enforcement of licence conditions, and dispute resolution pertaining to all the activities licensed in terms of the Petroleum Pipelines Act, 2003 (PPA).
Key responsibilities: The successful incumbent will: * Process applications and make recommendations on the issuing of licences, amendment of licence conditions and revocations * Perform in-depth analyses of information submitted by licensees and/or stakeholders as part of monitoring and enforcement of licence conditions, regulations and standards pertaining to petroleum pipelines, loading facilities and storage facilities * Oversee or supervise monitoring and enforcement of conditions of licences issued to verify the overall level of compliance by licensees and report findings and develop corrective actions to be undertaken by licensees * Conduct investigations into alleged unlicensed activities or non-compliance with licence conditions or any complaint lodged with NERSA * Conduct technical audits and/or site inspections to verify compliance with conditions of license, regulations, engineering codes, standards and specifications * Development, maintenance and implementation of the compliance monitoring framework * Supervise and mentor the staff at Engineer, Analyst and Technician level in the Department * Conduct departmental or divisional projects * Act on behalf of the Head of Department: Petroleum Licensing, Compliance and Dispute Resolution’s absence.
Enquiries for this position should be directed at: Mr Martin Untiedt at 012 401 4600
INTERNAL AUDITOR
Unit: Internal Audit Unit
Package: R789 349.00 – R993 397.00 per annum (CTC)
Reference: HR 09/24
Requirements: * Bachelor’s Degree / Bachelor of Technology Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Internal Auditing or equivalent as recognised by SAQA * Minimum of Four (4) years relevant working experience.
The candidate must be competent in the following: * Data Analysis Skills * Negotiation Skills * Planning Skills * Research Skills * Policy development Skills * Problem-solving Skills * Communication (verbal and written) Skills * Report writing Skills * Presentation and facilitation Skills * Monitoring and evaluation * Applying technology * Innovation and knowledge management * Capacity building.
Purpose: Reporting to the Chief Audit Executive (CAE), the incumbent will be expected to provide reasonable assurance that the system of internal control implemented by management is adequate to contain risks and maintain effective financial control within limits acceptable to management and to ensure that audit work conforms to the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (SPPIA).
Key responsibilities: The successful incumbent will be responsible for: Internal Audit Services: - Give reports and advice to Senior Management on issues relating to corporate governance, risk and controls * Provide input with regard to the compilation of the department’s operational plan using a risk based methodology * Provide input to the Department’s annual financial budget and maintenance of commitment ledger of the unit * Attend Audit and Risk Subcommittee, Operational Risk Committee meetings * Maintain and develop strategic audit plan * Schedule audit projects and resource assignments so as to be responsive to management special needs and requests within the scope of activity’s overall schedule * Determine resources required for the execution of the audit plan * Implement performance management system for the unit * Supervise and train internal auditors in conducting internal audit of all NERSA Departments * Review and sign of the audit plan and preliminary survey in respect of the audit * Review the objective and scope of the audit * Review the audit programme * Review the audit file * Evaluate control systems in areas audited * Recommend improvements in control risks areas * Present audit findings to management and Audit & Risk Committee * Prepare the draft audit report * Perform ad hoc audits or projects and assist with investigations as and when required * Assist with the provision of consultancy services when required * Perform follow up audits to determine the extent to which management have addressed the reported audit findings. Internal Audit planning and execution: - Provide input regarding the compilation of the department’s operational plan using a risk-based methodology * Collaborate with the internal audit team to maintain and develop strategic audit plan, annually and quarterly * Provide input into the allocation and scheduling of audit projects in the team * Schedule own audit projects and resource assignments to address management needs and requests within the scope of activity’s overall schedule * Ensure that there is coordination between the Auditor General and the NERSA internal audit services to avoid duplication of effort and save NERSA time and unnecessary costs * Conduct internal audits of all NERSA Departments as per the audit plan * Create a project on working paper software (i.e. Teammate) and continuously update throughout entire process, addressing review notes * Document the process on a continual basis * Conduct planning and preliminary survey * Develop and clarify the objective and scope of the audit * Clarify understanding of context * Identify resources (people to interview and other documentation/information) * Liaise with relevant Executive Manager (EM) or the Head of Department (HoD) to clarify expectations * Schedule opening meeting (the EM and the HoD) * Compile and sign off engagement letter and SLA documentation (including timelines) * Request relevant information (policies and procedures) * Compile audit planning memorandum * Document system description with the HoD or relevant staff * Identify the risks and obtain existing controls from HoD or relevant staff * Develop audit programme * Monitor information gathering * Continue to document the project on working paper software (i.e. Teammate) a continual basis Evaluate NERSA’s risk management process for efficiency and effectiveness * Continually identify, evaluate and report emerging risks to the Risk Manager for inclusion in the risk register * Select sample, depending on complexity, according to methodology * Request information based on the sample selected * Evaluate control for adequacy and effectiveness for areas audited * Interview individuals, analyse and review documents, in relation to audit policies, procedures and documented systems * Ensure controls are working and recommend improvements in weaknesses identified * Provide assurance as to the effectiveness of the related internal controls * Discuss informal queries and note challenges * Develop recommendations for the enhancement of existing controls * Give reports and advice to Senior Management on issues relating to corporate governance, risk and controls * Gather additional supporting documentation, if required, until audit execution is complete * Conducting Customer Satisfaction Survey (provide relevant stakeholders with customer satisfaction surveys, obtain feedback via survey, assess feedback and analyse results of survey, clarify queries and close project on working paper software (i.e. Teammate). Audit Reporting and Follow Up: - Draft audit report (discuss draft report with relevant stakeholders, displaying sensitivity and managing conflict if required, * Obtain and incorporate feedback as appropriate * Present report to management (HoD) and obtain comments * Incorporate comments into report * Finalise draft audit report, based on input from management * Send draft report to CAE for inputs and review *Resolve queries from the CAE and make required changes) * Finalise audit report (schedule exit meeting) * Provide final report to EM for confirmation of management comments provided by the HoD * Obtain and incorporate feedback * Facilitate exit meeting * Discuss final report * Finalise report * Print and provide final report to the CAE for sign-off) * Draft a follow-up schedule of previous findings to indicate (findings reported and recommendations by Internal Audit, Management comment, action plan and implementation date as provided by management) * Obtain status of implementation of action plans from management * If implemented or partially implemented, review evidence provided * After review, if partially or not implemented, obtain revised management comments, action plans and implementation date from the HoD * Draft a report * Send report to the HoD and the EM for confirmation and inputs * Incorporate inputs and issue the final report. External Auditors: - Ensure that there is coordination between the Auditor General and the NERSA internal audit services to avoid duplication of effort and save NERSA time and unnecessary costs. Risk: - Monitor the operations of clients and identify, evaluate and report on emerging risks * Responsible for identifying, evaluating and assessing significant organisational risks * Provide assurance as to the effectiveness of the related internal controls * Evaluate the risk management process of Nersa for efficiency and effectiveness * Evaluate the controls which management relies on to manage the risks down to acceptable levels * Develop recommendations for enhancement and approvals of existing controls * Incorporate risk management matrix into the audit plans * Continuous identification of emerging risks and bring them into the attention of the Risk Monitoring Manager for inclusion in the risk register * Attend the Operational Risk Subcommittee meetings. Anti-Fraud Management: - Plan and perform investigations on fraud detected during the audits * Carry out investigations on corruption by employees and fraud reported by business units * Assist in the investigation of significant suspected fraudulent activities within the organisation and notify management * Work with forensic investigators and facilitate smooth running of the investigations by liaising with the clients when necessary * Clarify understanding of context of reported fraud * Identify resources, people to interview and other documentation/information needed * Arrange meetings to interview relevant stakeholders * Request Information * Interview affected individuals, analyse and review documents, in relation policies and procedures * Discuss informal queries and note challenges * Informal queries * Draft report on investigation * Queries are addressed * Project is closed. Client Relations: - Promote the function and services of the Internal Audit Department with clients * Provide assistance to external auditors * Attend Audit Committee meetings. Managing Interns: - Provide on the job training which includes (Planning an audit, Information gathering, Audit execution, Audit reporting, Conduct the audit as per the methodology) * Review of their work including working papers and audit report. Co-Sourced Partners: - During planning, assist in allocating co-sourced partners for selected projects* Per project, compile letter to request audit services, including draft scope *Arrange and coordinate meeting with Director or Partner, or other relevant stakeholders to discuss the audit allocated * Receive and discuss detailed scope with relevant stakeholders * Agree on scope and clarify expectations * Obtain costing of project from the co-sourced partner * Assess and analyse costing based on budget and contract between NERSA and co-sourced partner * Draft formal engagement letter based on agreed scope and objective; and signed off by all relevant parties * Continuously co-ordinate and monitor the audit as per Internal Audit Methodology * Management of co-sourced partners budget * Oversee and coordinate process as stipulated below * Planning audit project * Executing audit project * Reporting audit project * Conducting Customer Satisfaction Survey. Key output: follow-up audit projects: - Draft a follow-up schedule of previous findings to indicate * Findings reported and recommendations by Internal Audit * Management comment, action plan and implementation date as provided by management * Obtain status of implementation of action plans from management * If implemented or partially implemented, review evidence provided * After review, if partially or not implemented, obtain revised management comments, action plans and implementation date from the HoD * Draft a report * Send report to the HoD and the EM for confirmation and inputs * Incorporate inputs and issue the final report. Stakeholder relationship: - Promote the function and services of the Internal Audit Unit with clients * Assist external auditors * Attend Audit and Risk Committee meetings * At all times, communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders and inform stakeholders of the information and insight they require to engage with internal audit * Build sound internal, and external strategic networks and relationships that facilitate the ability to ask for and receive help in ways that work to the organisation’s advantage * Engage with local service providers, as needed, to ensure internal audit operates smoothly and effectively * Display sound abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and make presentations at various levels, providing consultancy services when required * Ensure timely delivery of reports and interventions from key stakeholders * Understand trends and anticipate future challenges, communicating these to key stakeholders, and mitigating risks, where possible. Customer satisfaction survey: - Provide relevant stakeholders with customer satisfaction surveys * Obtain feedback via survey *Asses feedback and analyse results of survey * Clarify queries * Close project on working paper software (i.e. Teammate).
Enquiries for this position should be directed at: Ms Masesi Malope at 012 401 4600
INTERNAL AUDITOR
Unit: Internal Audit Unit
Package: R789 349.00 – R993 397.00 per annum (CTC)
Reference: HR 09/24
Requirements: * Bachelor’s Degree / Bachelor of Technology Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Internal Auditing or equivalent as recognised by SAQA * Minimum of Four (4) years relevant working experience.
The candidate must be competent in the following: * Data Analysis Skills * Negotiation Skills * Planning Skills * Research Skills * Policy development Skills * Problem-solving Skills * Communication (verbal and written) Skills * Report writing Skills * Presentation and facilitation Skills * Monitoring and evaluation * Applying technology * Innovation and knowledge management * Capacity building.
Purpose: Reporting to the Chief Audit Executive (CAE), the incumbent will be expected to provide reasonable assurance that the system of internal control implemented by management is adequate to contain risks and maintain effective financial control within limits acceptable to management and to ensure that audit work conforms to the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (SPPIA).
Key responsibilities: The successful incumbent will be responsible for: Internal Audit Services: - Give reports and advice to Senior Management on issues relating to corporate governance, risk and controls * Provide input with regard to the compilation of the department’s operational plan using a risk based methodology * Provide input to the Department’s annual financial budget and maintenance of commitment ledger of the unit * Attend Audit and Risk Subcommittee, Operational Risk Committee meetings * Maintain and develop strategic audit plan * Schedule audit projects and resource assignments so as to be responsive to management special needs and requests within the scope of activity’s overall schedule * Determine resources required for the execution of the audit plan * Implement performance management system for the unit * Supervise and train internal auditors in conducting internal audit of all NERSA Departments * Review and sign of the audit plan and preliminary survey in respect of the audit * Review the objective and scope of the audit * Review the audit programme * Review the audit file * Evaluate control systems in areas audited * Recommend improvements in control risks areas * Present audit findings to management and Audit & Risk Committee * Prepare the draft audit report * Perform ad hoc audits or projects and assist with investigations as and when required * Assist with the provision of consultancy services when required * Perform follow up audits to determine the extent to which management have addressed the reported audit findings. Internal Audit planning and execution: - Provide input regarding the compilation of the department’s operational plan using a risk-based methodology * Collaborate with the internal audit team to maintain and develop strategic audit plan, annually and quarterly * Provide input into the allocation and scheduling of audit projects in the team * Schedule own audit projects and resource assignments to address management needs and requests within the scope of activity’s overall schedule * Ensure that there is coordination between the Auditor General and the NERSA internal audit services to avoid duplication of effort and save NERSA time and unnecessary costs * Conduct internal audits of all NERSA Departments as per the audit plan * Create a project on working paper software (i.e. Teammate) and continuously update throughout entire process, addressing review notes * Document the process on a continual basis * Conduct planning and preliminary survey * Develop and clarify the objective and scope of the audit * Clarify understanding of context * Identify resources (people to interview and other documentation/information) * Liaise with relevant Executive Manager (EM) or the Head of Department (HoD) to clarify expectations * Schedule opening meeting (the EM and the HoD) * Compile and sign off engagement letter and SLA documentation (including timelines) * Request relevant information (policies and procedures) * Compile audit planning memorandum * Document system description with the HoD or relevant staff * Identify the risks and obtain existing controls from HoD or relevant staff * Develop audit programme * Monitor information gathering * Continue to document the project on working paper software (i.e. Teammate) a continual basis Evaluate NERSA’s risk management process for efficiency and effectiveness * Continually identify, evaluate and report emerging risks to the Risk Manager for inclusion in the risk register * Select sample, depending on complexity, according to methodology * Request information based on the sample selected * Evaluate control for adequacy and effectiveness for areas audited * Interview individuals, analyse and review documents, in relation to audit policies, procedures and documented systems * Ensure controls are working and recommend improvements in weaknesses identified * Provide assurance as to the effectiveness of the related internal controls * Discuss informal queries and note challenges * Develop recommendations for the enhancement of existing controls * Give reports and advice to Senior Management on issues relating to corporate governance, risk and controls * Gather additional supporting documentation, if required, until audit execution is complete * Conducting Customer Satisfaction Survey (provide relevant stakeholders with customer satisfaction surveys, obtain feedback via survey, assess feedback and analyse results of survey, clarify queries and close project on working paper software (i.e. Teammate). Audit Reporting and Follow Up: - Draft audit report (discuss draft report with relevant stakeholders, displaying sensitivity and managing conflict if required, * Obtain and incorporate feedback as appropriate * Present report to management (HoD) and obtain comments * Incorporate comments into report * Finalise draft audit report, based on input from management * Send draft report to CAE for inputs and review *Resolve queries from the CAE and make required changes) * Finalise audit report (schedule exit meeting) * Provide final report to EM for confirmation of management comments provided by the HoD * Obtain and incorporate feedback * Facilitate exit meeting * Discuss final report * Finalise report * Print and provide final report to the CAE for sign-off) * Draft a follow-up schedule of previous findings to indicate (findings reported and recommendations by Internal Audit, Management comment, action plan and implementation date as provided by management) * Obtain status of implementation of action plans from management * If implemented or partially implemented, review evidence provided * After review, if partially or not implemented, obtain revised management comments, action plans and implementation date from the HoD * Draft a report * Send report to the HoD and the EM for confirmation and inputs * Incorporate inputs and issue the final report. External Auditors: - Ensure that there is coordination between the Auditor General and the NERSA internal audit services to avoid duplication of effort and save NERSA time and unnecessary costs. Risk: - Monitor the operations of clients and identify, evaluate and report on emerging risks * Responsible for identifying, evaluating and assessing significant organisational risks * Provide assurance as to the effectiveness of the related internal controls * Evaluate the risk management process of Nersa for efficiency and effectiveness * Evaluate the controls which management relies on to manage the risks down to acceptable levels * Develop recommendations for enhancement and approvals of existing controls * Incorporate risk management matrix into the audit plans * Continuous identification of emerging risks and bring them into the attention of the Risk Monitoring Manager for inclusion in the risk register * Attend the Operational Risk Subcommittee meetings. Anti-Fraud Management: - Plan and perform investigations on fraud detected during the audits * Carry out investigations on corruption by employees and fraud reported by business units * Assist in the investigation of significant suspected fraudulent activities within the organisation and notify management * Work with forensic investigators and facilitate smooth running of the investigations by liaising with the clients when necessary * Clarify understanding of context of reported fraud * Identify resources, people to interview and other documentation/information needed * Arrange meetings to interview relevant stakeholders * Request Information * Interview affected individuals, analyse and review documents, in relation policies and procedures * Discuss informal queries and note challenges * Informal queries * Draft report on investigation * Queries are addressed * Project is closed. Client Relations: - Promote the function and services of the Internal Audit Department with clients * Provide assistance to external auditors * Attend Audit Committee meetings. Managing Interns: - Provide on the job training which includes (Planning an audit, Information gathering, Audit execution, Audit reporting, Conduct the audit as per the methodology) * Review of their work including working papers and audit report. Co-Sourced Partners: - During planning, assist in allocating co-sourced partners for selected projects* Per project, compile letter to request audit services, including draft scope *Arrange and coordinate meeting with Director or Partner, or other relevant stakeholders to discuss the audit allocated * Receive and discuss detailed scope with relevant stakeholders * Agree on scope and clarify expectations * Obtain costing of project from the co-sourced partner * Assess and analyse costing based on budget and contract between NERSA and co-sourced partner * Draft formal engagement letter based on agreed scope and objective; and signed off by all relevant parties * Continuously co-ordinate and monitor the audit as per Internal Audit Methodology * Management of co-sourced partners budget * Oversee and coordinate process as stipulated below * Planning audit project * Executing audit project * Reporting audit project * Conducting Customer Satisfaction Survey. Key output: follow-up audit projects: - Draft a follow-up schedule of previous findings to indicate * Findings reported and recommendations by Internal Audit * Management comment, action plan and implementation date as provided by management * Obtain status of implementation of action plans from management * If implemented or partially implemented, review evidence provided * After review, if partially or not implemented, obtain revised management comments, action plans and implementation date from the HoD * Draft a report * Send report to the HoD and the EM for confirmation and inputs * Incorporate inputs and issue the final report. Stakeholder relationship: - Promote the function and services of the Internal Audit Unit with clients * Assist external auditors * Attend Audit and Risk Committee meetings * At all times, communicate effectively with relevant stakeholders and inform stakeholders of the information and insight they require to engage with internal audit * Build sound internal, and external strategic networks and relationships that facilitate the ability to ask for and receive help in ways that work to the organisation’s advantage * Engage with local service providers, as needed, to ensure internal audit operates smoothly and effectively * Display sound abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and make presentations at various levels, providing consultancy services when required * Ensure timely delivery of reports and interventions from key stakeholders * Understand trends and anticipate future challenges, communicating these to key stakeholders, and mitigating risks, where possible. Customer satisfaction survey: - Provide relevant stakeholders with customer satisfaction surveys * Obtain feedback via survey *Asses feedback and analyse results of survey * Clarify queries * Close project on working paper software (i.e. Teammate).
Enquiries for this position should be directed at: Ms Masesi Malope at 012 401 4600
DEMAND AND SUPPLY MANAGEMENT OFFICER
Department: Supply Chain Management, Facilities and Projects
Package: R789 349.00 – R993 397.00 per annum (CTC)
Reference: HR 10/24
Requirements: * Bachelor’s Degree / Bachelor of Technology Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) in Supply Chain Management / Finance / Purchasing or equivalent qualification as recognised by SAQA * Minimum Five (5) years related experience in Supply Chain Management (Demand and Acquisition Management) * Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Demand and Supplier Management * Working understanding of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) and its regulations.
The candidate must be competent in the following: * Data Analysis Skills * Negotiation Skills * Planning Skills * Research Skills * Problem Solving Skills * Communication (verbal and written) Skills * Report Writing Skills * Presentation and Facilitation Skills * Monitoring and Evaluation * Applying Technology * Innovation and knowledge management * Capacity building.
Purpose: Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the incumbent will facilitate the demand management processes in line with approved Supply Chain Management policies and procedures.
Key responsibilities: The successful incumbent will: * Conduct needs assessment by collecting and analysing relevant data, categorizing commodities and confirming availability of funds * Develop and maintain NERSA's pricing catalogue for high value items * Annual review of NERSA's commodity list and monitor supplier relationships * Develop an enterprise and supplier development (ESD) strategy and implementation plan * Compile quarterly progress reports on the implementation of the ESD strategy and submit the same to the Energy Regulator or Sub-Committee * Develop and implement the NERSA’s Strategic Sourcing Plan * Conduct supplier awareness campaigns in line with NERSA supplier commodities * Identify or implement preference points system and appropriate goals per commodity in terms of preferential procurement policy objectives * Oversee, coordinate and advise on the process of drafting specification/terms of reference and special conditions of contract * Provide guidance and assist users to conduct market analysis and include the results on the procurement plan and Terms of Reference and submit for approval * Collate and compile an annual Procurement Plan for requirement above and below R1 Million to all NERSA’s Divisions * Ensure that the resources required to support the strategic objectives are delivered at the right time, at the right price, location, quantity and quality that will satisfy the needs * Align Procurement Plan to NERSA’s budget * Review Procurement Plan and amended as when required and report to the National Treasury * Monthly monitor the performance of approved Procurement Plans against set timeframes * Monitor supplier performance by conducting quarterly supplier performance reviews on long term contracts to determine contractual challenges, renewals, terminations and variations and implement corrective measures for non-compliance suppliers * Compile reports for management and reporting to National Treasury quarterly on acquisitions, deviations and variations * Acquisition Management :- Facilitate the bid invitation and evaluations of bids and quotations processes, Administer bids in line with the approved procurement plan, Compile bid documents on time and advertised in the e-tender portal and other Media, Administer the bid or quotation opening and closing processes, Administer the bid evaluation processes from appointment of BEC members to drafting of BEC reports to Adjudication and Award Committees and contracting, Identify shortcomings and problem solving, Provide bi-weekly reports on the quotations and bids in line with the approved procurement plan to Supply Chain Manager and the Head of Department: Supply Chain Management, Facilities and Projects * Stakeholder management.
Enquiries for this position should be directed at: Ms Zodwa Nkosi at 012 401 4600
CLOSING DATE: 23 AUGUST 2024
The employment decision shall be informed by the Employment Equity Plan of the organisation.
Interested persons should send a comprehensive CV to applications@nersa.org.za or to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa, Human Resources Division, PO Box 40343, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0007, for the attention of Ms Elizabeth Duma.
NB: Applications received from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Appointments will be subject to positive pre-employment checks and security clearance.
It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and to provide proof of such evaluation.
Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. If you do not hear from NERSA within three months of the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.