Provisioning Administrative Officer: (Contract position – ending 31 March 2020)

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) requires an efficient and enthusiastic person to render a productive service to all SANBI employees with regards to the implementation of Supply Chain Management Policy, which consists of processes, systems and procedures as illustrated in the PFMA and related legislations.

The successful candidate must be in possession of a three year National Diploma/Degree in Supply Chain Management / Purchasing Management/ Logistics or a relevant tertiary qualification, enhanced by 2 years relevant experience in the field of Supply Chain Management.

The candidate should demonstrate good communication and analytical skills, excellent interpersonal relations are a prerequisite. The candidate must be highly proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel and possess a valid Code B driver’s license and willing to travel.

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Demand Management
• Issuing quotation numbers and invitation of price quotation
• Procuring goods and services
• Administering the closing and evaluation of quotation received
• Administering the database
• Collating monthly reports
• Maintaining record keeping.

SANBI offers an all-inclusive salary package of R310 457.07.

Please Note: 1) An application form, it 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, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible 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 Ms Ethel Mokgoko on 012 843 5214 or, preferably, forward the completed application form (available from www.sanbi.org ) a letter 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.

Please do not apply online for this position.

Candidates are expected to be available for 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.