Deputy Director: Tenders and Contracts Management

Re-advertisement - Candidates who previously applied are encouraged to re-apply.

This exciting career opportunity is available to an appropriately qualified and experienced candidate to develop, implement and maintain effective, efficient and transparent SCM systems within SANBI, in conformity with the requirements of the Public Finance Management Act, 1999 as amended with respect to Procurement from R500 000 and above, and Contract Management.

The successful candidate must have the following minimum requirements: a formal three-year Diploma or Degree in Supply Chain Management/Public Management/Logistics/Finance/Purchasing Management (Legal qualification will be an added advantage), plus at least 5 - 10 years’ professional experience in the Supply Chain Management field, of which (3) three years must be at middle management level.

Knowledge of the Supply Chain Management framework, the Public Finance Management Act & Treasury Regulations is essential. The candidate must be proficient in MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint) as well as have a valid Code B drivers’ license with (1) one year’s practical driving experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management of procurement plan.
• Manage the implementation of SCM policies and delegations.
• Management and facilitation of bids and three bid committees.
• Contract administration.
• Management of contract performance.
• Supervise employees to ensure sound financial, tenders, contracts and travel management

Please note:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for the position and confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A skills test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information may result in your application not being considered.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position.

All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Mr Stephen Mahlangu on 012 843 5217 or, preferably, forward the completed application form, a letter, certified copies of qualification, ID, drivers licence and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za or fax 012 843 5222. Postal applications are to be addressed to the:

Assistant Director: Human Resources,
South African National Biodiversity Institute,
Private Bag X101,
Pretoria,
0001.

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may consider their applications unsuccessful.