WESTERN CAPE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT (WCED) VACANCIES

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NOTE : Certified copies of Identity Document, Senior Certificate and the highest required qualification as well as a driver’s license where necessary, will only be submitted by shortlisted candidates to HR on or before the day of the interview date. All applicants must be SA Citizens/Permanent Residents or Non-SA Citizens with a valid work permit. Applicants will be expected to be available for selection interviews and competency assessments at a time, date and place as determined by Western Cape Education Department (WCED). The Department reserves the right to conduct pre-employment security screening and appointment is subject to positive security clearance outcome. Applicants must declare any/pending criminal, disciplinary or any other allegations or investigations against them. Should this be uncovered post the interview the application will not be considered for the post and in the unlikely event that the person has been appointed such appointment will be terminated. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.


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DEPUTY DIRECTOR: SCM POLICY, PLANNING & PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT REF NO: 245 
Directorate: Procurement Management 
SALARY : R811 560 per annum (Level 11), all-inclusive package to be structured in accordance with the rules for MMS 
CENTRE : Head Office, Cape Town. 
 
REQUIREMENTS : A relevant recognised 3-year qualification (Degree or National Diploma) plus at least 3-5 years practical experience in a supply chain environment plus Valid Driving Licence and have at least 3 years proven managerial and/or supervisory experience. Recommendation: This is a middle management position that requires an individual with good people management skills to manage large teams with experience in working in large departments and/or organisations. Knowledge of SCM Practices, processes and procedures, Knowledge of HR management practices, PFMA, BBBEE Act, Preferential Procurement and Financial legislation, Knowledge of BAS, LOGIS or similar transversal procurement systems and an electronic quotation system (EPS). Skills: Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel and Access; Good verbal and written communication skills; organisational and planning skills; report writing, problem solving and numeracy skills, negotiation and conflict management skills, Attributes: Ability to work within a team as well as independently whilst focussed on achieving targets; prioritize and organize work whilst functioning under pressure to handle high volumes and meet strict deadlines; disciplined, orderly, systematic; effective communication good interpersonal relationships. 
 
DUTIES : Exercise control over the sub-directorate SCM Policy, Planning and Performance Management and Logistical Services. Ensure the effective monitoring and compliance of the supply chain management prescripts and legislative framework. Ability to draft the applicable supply chain policies in line with the requirements of National and Provincial Treasuries. Ensure that the departmental Accounting Officer’s System is updated as and when required. Manage the Demand Management functions and have the ability to establish and manage Demand Management Plan, Systems and Controls. Drafting and verification of the departmental Procurement Plan and facilitate the approval thereof. Conduct Market Research Analysis, analyse historical procurement data and establish best practices/sourcing strategies for the procurement of goods and services. Manage the administration of Requisitions received and Reporting databases. Manage the performance management and SCM compliance monitoring assessments. Ensure that all the compliance reporting requirements are adhered to and submitted in accordance with the dates as determined by the National and Provincial Treasury. Ensure the dissemination of all supply chain related prescripts. Manage the capacity building and training needs of SCM officials. Manage the performance of employees in accordance with PERMIS requirements. Manage the SCM Performance Management section and ensure compliance to the requirements of the Internal audit process and findings, the AGSA findings, Internal Control monitoring and compliance monitoring and evaluation of SCM processes. Appointment as Chairperson of the Head Office Quotation Committee. 
 
ENQUIRIES : Ms R De Bruyn Tel No: (021) 467 2821