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OMBUD FOR FINANCIAL SERVICES PROVIDERS (FAIS OMBUD)
 
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ADVERTISMENT 
 
VACANCY: SENIOR SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER 
 
The Office of the Ombud for Financial Services Providers (FAIS Ombud) was established by the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, 37 of 2002 (FAIS Act). Its objective is to consider and dispose of complaints in a procedurally fair, informal, economical and expeditious manner and by reference to what is equitable in all circumstances. The FAIS Ombud offices are located in the east of Pretoria in Gauteng. 
 
The FAIS Ombud seeks to appoint the following: 
Senior Supply Chain Manager to provide support and effective functioning in the office of the Ombud in the successful execution of the FAIS Ombud Strategic Supply Chain objectives. 
 
 
Key Responsibilities: 
 Design and implementation of Supply Chain Management (SCM) and Asset Management strategies and procedures in the department; 
 Design and implementation of SCM and Asset Management policies; 
 Overseeing of the SCM processes from planning to supply management; 
 Overseeing of the Executing the procurement plan; 
 Overseeing all SCM reports to the various stakeholders (internal and external);
 Contract Management; 
 Compilation of Asset Management Reports; 
 Management of Asset Disposal processes; 
 Management of human resources in the unit including performance assessment of the officials in the department; 
 Provide training to staff on new developments; 
 Management of risk within the department; 
 Ensure compliances to SCM prescript, processes and procedures; 
 Direct the activities of the Supply Chain Management department; 
 Update the institutional Asset Register and ensure compliances to Asset Management Policies and directives; 
 Compile monthly reports to management regarding asset movement, acquisitions and losses; 
 Facilitate auction or re-allocation of redundant assets. 
 Other duties that may be assigned from time to time. 
 
Qualifications and Experience: 
 A degree in Finance, Accounting, Supply Chain Management or similar; 
 5 - 7 years working experience in the area of Supply Chain Management; with extensive knowledge and experience in Asset Management, Public Finance Management Act, National Treasury Regulations, BBBEE, PPPFA and procurement policies and procedures; 
 Proven supervisory and managerial experience; 
 Experience in acquisition of goods and services; 
 Demand and contract management; 
 
 
Candidate must have: 
 A high level of proficiency in computer skills (Knowledge and application of MS Office (Word and Excel is required); 
 Be in possession of a valid driver’s license. 
 
Capabilities:
 Management skills; 
 Excellent interpersonal relations; 
 Good communication skills; 
 Presentation skills; 
 Problem solving skills; 
 Planning and organizing skills; 
 Integrity and professionalism. 
 


Interested persons should forward their CVs to Applications@faisombud.co.za  by no later than 18 October 2020. Enquiries may be directed to Ms. Mpho Diako on Mphor@faisombud.co.za.
 
In accordance with the FAIS Ombud’s Recruitment Strategy, preference will be given to candidates from designated groups. 
 
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 30 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. 
 
Recommended candidates will be required to undergo a comprehensive background check, which may include security screening, psychometric testing and verification of credentials. 
 
We reserve the right not to make an appointment.
 
Call 0800 111 509 to anonymously report incidences of fraud at the FAIS Ombud Fairness in Financial Services: Pro Bono Publico Kasteelpark, 2nd Floor, 546 Jochemus Street, Erasmuskloof, Pretoria P O Box 74571, Lynnwood Ridge, 0040 Phone: (012) 762 5000; Fax: (012) 348 3447 / (012) 470 9097 Sharecall 086 066 3274 www.faisombud.co.za

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