SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIAL SECURITY AGENCY (SASSA) VACANCIES

​GENERAL MANAGER: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT 
Salary: R 1,436,022–R 1,716,933 p.a. inclusive of benefits 
Location: Head Office Pretoria – (Ref No: SAS HO02/03/25-01) Nature of Position: Permanent 
 
Minimum Requirements: Candidates should hold an undergraduate qualification at NQF Level 7 in Finance or Supply Chain Management as recognized by SAQA; A post graduate qualification (NQF level 8) will be added advantage. Certificate for entry into the SMS (Senior Management Service) endorsed by the National School of Government; The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of an SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG) prior to appointment; Computer literacy and a valid driver's license are essential and must be indicated on the comprehensive CV. 
 
Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience at a Senior Managerial level in Supply Chain Management environment. 
 
Knowledge and Skills: Functional / Professional Knowledge (subject knowledge), Planning & Organizing, Innovation / Creativity, Policy Analysis and Development, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management, Strategic Capability and Leadership and Change Management, People Management and Empowerment and Ensure adherence to PFMA provisions and SCM Regulations, 2005, PPPFA and BBBEE legislations, National Treasury SCM instructions notes, etc. 
 
Key performance: The incumbent is expected to develop and implement Supply Chain Management policies and procedures within the organization; oversee and/or perform provision of demand management services; Acquisition management function in accordance with Section 217 of the Constitution; Provide assets management function; Ensure compliance with SCM policies and National Treasury Instruction; Provide leadership in order to enhance the Supply Chain Management department’s performance and outputs; Manage resources and matters pertaining to Supply Chain Management staff. Oversee implementation of the Supply Chain Management functions at nine (9) regional level. Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, procurement planning, inventory management, logistics, and distribution. Lead and mentor a diverse team, fostering change management, collaboration, accountability, and high performance.

​Application for the above position must be sent to noahapplications@sassa.gov.za
Enquiries: Mr Lakhikhaya Noah (012 400 2146) 
 
Important notes: Applicants interested in applying for these posts should send their applications (a comprehensive CV and duly completed New Z83 form) quoting the relevant reference number and position name as per the advert. The Z83 must be fully completed, failure to comply will automatically disqualify the applicant. Applicants must ensure that they send their applications to a correct email address provided above. No hand delivery or posted applications will be considered. Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV (specifying all experience, duties, indicating the respective dates (MM/YY) per position, Identity Number, Race and Gender, Driver’s License and Computer Literacy as well as indicating references with full contact details. Interviews may be conducted via a virtual medium which will be discussed with each shortlisted applicant. Kindly note that copies of qualification(s), certificate(s), ID and driver’s license etc, should be submitted upon request. This position is advertised with the minimum requirements. Appointments will be subjected to compulsory pre-employment screening in the form of qualification, reference, ITC, criminal checks and compulsory competency assessment (where applicable). Candidates will also be subjected to a process of assessments (where required). It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) prior to the selection process and an evaluation report must be attached. The requirements for application of Senior Management Services (SMS) include the successful completion of an SMS Pre-entry programme (Nyukela) as endorsed by the National School Government (NSG) before appointment for all SMS positions. The cost for Nyukela is at the applicants own expense. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entry-programme/. SASSA is under no obligation to fill a post after the advertisement thereof. Please note: All SASSA staff are subjected to compulsory security vetting on appointment. Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only, should you not be contacted within 3 months after the closing date please consider your application as unsuccessful. 
The Agency is an equal opportunity employer. Therefore, Preference will be given to candidates whose appointment will assist the Agency in achieving its Employment Equity targets in terms of the Agency’s Employment Equity Plan. Person with Disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply 
 
General Enquiries: Ms Pamela Tshefu 0124002264 
 
Closing date: 15 March 2025 
 
If you have not been contacted within 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. 
 
Visit us at www.sassa.gov.za or toll free: 0800 60 10 11. 
 
NB: Please note that SASSA would never ask candidates to pay for job application or Background Screening. All SASSA adverts are published on SASSA website and newspapers, if it is not on SASSA website, the advertisement is not authentic.