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WESTERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 
 
APPLICATIONS : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. To apply submit your application online only: https://westerncapegov.erecruit.co.za
 
CLOSING DATE : 06 April 2021 
 
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. All shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a technical exercise that intends to test relevant technical elements of the job, the logistics of which will be communicated by the Department. Following the interview and technical exercise, the selection panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment (in compliance with the DPSA directive on the implementation of competency based assessments). The competency assessment will be testing generic managerial competencies using the mandated DPSA SMS Competency Assessment tools. Furthermore, thanks to the huge public interest we receive many applications for our positions, and as such will not be able to respond personally to all applications. Therefore, should you not hear from us within 10 weeks from close of advert please consider your application unsuccessful.
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MANAGEMENT ECHELON
 
 
DIRECTOR: SUPPLY CHAIN AND ASSET MANAGEMENT REF NO: AGR 11/2021 
SALARY : R1 057 326 per annum (Level 13) (All-inclusive salary package) 
CENTRE : Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A 3-year degree in supply chain management and/ or accounting or a relevant equivalent NQF 7 qualification; At least six years relevant middle management experience; The successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-entry Programme Recommendation: Excellent networking and network formation skills; Strong conceptual and formulation skills; Numeracy and accuracy; Strong leadership skills with specific reference to the ability to display thought leadership in complex application; Team building and strong inter-personal skills; Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); Outstanding planning, organising and people management skills. Computer literacy skills; and A formal legal qualification. Competencies: Knowledge of the human resource management function; Knowledge of Constitutional, legal and institutional arrangements governing the South African public sector Knowledge of provincial policies of the government of the day; Knowledge of strategy development, strategy management and strategy monitoring and review processes; Knowledge of financial management processes; Research and reporting procedures; Client needs, planning and organising interpretation of policy matters; Knowledge of financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act - PFMA, National Treasury Regulations - NTRs, Provincial Treasury Directives/ Instructions - PTIs, Supply Chain Management Legislation and Regulations). 
 
DUTIES : Establish, develop and implement Supply Chain and Asset Management system inclusive of mechanisms, tools, templates and institutional bodies to render acquisition and contract management; Strategic capability and leadership (including Change Management); Ensure efficient and effective oversight and management for all financial resources/ aspects of the Chief Directorate and all performance requirements as related to the PFMA and corporate governance; and Human Resource Management. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Mr F. Huysamer at Tel No: (021) 808 5007 
 
NOTE : Only applications submitted online will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time as determined by the department. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered. Kindly note that technical support is only available from Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 16.00 should you experience any difficulties with your online application, contact the Helpline: 0861 370 202