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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: SCM CLIENT SUPPORT (VHEMBE)

Provincial Administration: Limpopo

Salary band

R 487 197

Closing date

18 September 2026

Reference

LPT/374

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Department

Provincial Administration: Limpopo

Location

Vhembe SCM Client Support

Salary

R487 197 per annum (Level 09)

Requirements

NQF level 7 qualification in Supply Chain Management / Commerce as recognized by SAQA. Three (3) years’ functional experience at Supervisory level / Senior / Admin Officer / SCM Practitioner in Public Sector Supply Chain Management. Valid vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities). Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of variety of work ranges and procedures such as: Knowledge of public sector SCM policies and procedures. Technical/standards/procedures. Finance. Planning and organising. Computer. Needs and priorities of the department. Legal background. and apply policy. Analytical and communication. Ability to operate computer. Adaptability during changes to meet the goals. Financial Management. Policy formulation. Leadership. Research. Strategic Management.

Duties

Provide SCM capacity building for suppliers. Participate in the development of SMME Capacity Building Programme for SMMEs on public sector procurement for the district. Mobilization of SMMEs for the Capacity Building workshops / roadshows. Conduct workshops and awareness roadshow with suppliers and communities on public sector SCM policies and procedures updates. Provide support to suppliers on completion of Standard Bidding Documents. Provide support to supplier on access to central supplier database and other procurement platforms (SCM ICT). Provide walk-ins and online support to suppliers on new registration into the National Central Supplier database. Provide walk-ins and online support to suppliers on update of their information into the CSD. Provide support and capacitate suppliers on accessing government tender opportunities on e-tender Portal. Provide support and capacitate suppliers on accessing SCM Policy information from government departments and OCPO website. Provide capacity to suppliers on state procurement systems (CSD RFQ Functionality, E- Submissions). Provide walk- in and online support to suppliers with uploading of quotation submissions through the CSD RFQ Functionality. Capacitate suppliers through workshops on the process of the CSD RFQ to upload and check progress on the system. Provide walk-in and online support to suppliers for the e-submissions of tenders. Capacitate suppliers through workshops on the process of e- submissions. Manage resources allocated including HRM within the sub- directorate. Sign performance agreements with the subordinates. Assess the bi-annual and annual performance of the sub-ordinates. Manage the leaves of staff members. Transport management – usage of GG vehicles allocated to the district. Stores management issues.

Enquiries

Mesdames Elizba Kotze / B.P. Chaka / Conny Kgadima / K.H. Moremi / Mr. J.S. Nduli Tel No: (015) 298 7000

Closing Date

2026-09-18T16:00:00+02:00

About supply chain and procurement roles in South Africa

Supply Chain Management is one of the most consistently advertised fields in South African government, particularly within the context of the Public Finance Management Act and Municipal Finance Management Act which impose strict procurement governance requirements. SCM posts appear across all nine provinces and at all levels of government. In the private sector, SCM and procurement roles are in high demand in retail, mining, and manufacturing.

·Government SCM roles require knowledge of the PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and Preferential Procurement Regulations. Mention these explicitly on your CV if you have experience with them.
·The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) qualification is increasingly recognised by South African employers in both public and private sectors.
·Bid committee experience - serving on a bid specification, evaluation, or adjudication committee - is a significant differentiator for senior SCM roles.
·SCM posts at salary level 7 and above typically require a three-year degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Public Administration.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Provincial Administration: Limpopo. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

Shortlisted candidates are contacted directly by the department. If you do not receive a response within 90 days of the closing date, your application was not successful. NewGenJobs tracks every application you submit through your personal dashboard so you always know where you stand.

Requirements

  • ·NQF level 7 qualification in Supply Chain Management / Commerce as recognized by SAQA
  • ·Three (3) years’ functional experience at Supervisory level / Senior / Admin Officer / SCM Practitioner in Public Sector Supply Chain Management
  • ·Valid vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities)
  • ·Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of variety of work ranges and procedures such as: Knowledge of public sector SCM policies and procedures
  • ·Technical/standards/procedures
  • ·Planning and organising
  • ·Needs and priorities of the department
  • ·Legal background
  • ·and apply policy
  • ·Analytical and communication

Key Duties

  • ·Provide SCM capacity building for suppliers
  • ·Participate in the development of SMME Capacity Building Programme for SMMEs on public sector procurement for the district
  • ·Mobilization of SMMEs for the Capacity Building workshops / roadshows
  • ·Conduct workshops and awareness roadshow with suppliers and communities on public sector SCM policies and procedures updates
  • ·Provide support to suppliers on completion of Standard Bidding Documents
  • ·Provide support to supplier on access to central supplier database and other procurement platforms (SCM ICT)
  • ·Provide walk-ins and online support to suppliers on new registration into the National Central Supplier database
  • ·Provide walk-ins and online support to suppliers on update of their information into the CSD
  • ·Provide support and capacitate suppliers on accessing government tender opportunities on e-tender Portal
  • ·Provide support and capacitate suppliers on accessing SCM Policy information from government departments and OCPO website

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

  • Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
  • Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
  • Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
  • Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
  • Include a copy of your valid driver's licence (front and back)
  • Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
  • Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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The advertised salary band for this post is R 487 197. This is the all-inclusive remuneration package, which typically covers basic salary, medical aid contribution, and other benefits. The exact split between cash and benefits is determined at appointment stage.

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