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DEPUTY DIRECTOR’S: SCM GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE REF NO’S

Provincial Administration: Limpopo

Salary band

R 932 292

Closing date

18 September 2026

Reference

PSC 29/228

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About this role

Department

Provincial Administration: Limpopo

Directorate

SCM Governance & Compliance

Location

Head Office - Polokwane

Salary

R932 292 per annum (Level 11), (all-inclusive package which can be structured according to the individual’s needs as guided by the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) prescripts)

Requirements

NQF level 7 qualification in Supply Chain Management / Financial Management / Accounting or related as recognized by SAQA. Certificate in Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage. Five (5) years’ experience within the field of which three (3) years’ experience at junior managerial level / Assistant Director level in the broader Supply Chain Management Environment. Valid vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities). Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, (PFMA). PPPFA. Treasury Regulations. National & Provincial SCM Policies. Relevant case law. Knowledge of Public sector Fraud &Corruption prevention frameworks. Skills. Leadership. Ability to translate legislative requirements into practical, risk-based compliance strategies. Analytical Thinking. High proficiency in data analysis, identifying red flags and interpreting complex procurement scenarios. Legal drafting. Skill in drafting policies circulars and legal opinions on SCM matters. Stakeholder Management. Excellent ability to engage and influence Senior Officials and Auditors.

Duties

Manage the implementation of SCM Compliance monitoring systems. Conduct sample-based reviews or assessment of bid committees (specifications, evaluation adjudication), contract awards, deviations, expansions, and emergency procurements. Monitor the assigned departments to ensure that SCM processes (planning, procurement, contract management, and disposal) adhere to the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Treasury Regulations, PPPFA, and other relevant prescripts. Review and validate compliance reports, ensuring accuracy, evidence-based findings and alignment with Treasury Regulations and relevant case law. Monitor and evaluate the performance of the SCM monitoring system. Implement a system for the monitoring and evaluation of the performance of the SCM monitoring framework. Monitor the implementation and progress of the SCM monitoring framework through site visits to the assigned institutions. Analyse data and compile reports on the analysis of compliance with established SCM measured and prescribed parameters for: procurement plans quarterly and annually), bid processes specifications and tender procedures, contract terms, supplier / service provider delivery standards, procurement by other means and changes to procurement standards. Propose updates to provincial SCM policies, standards operating procedures, (SOPs) and checklist based recurring compliance gaps identified during monitoring activities. Manage the implementation of SCM Capacity Building programmes / initiatives. Develop 203 and deliver target

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 / Financial Management / Accounting or related as recognized by SAQA
·Certificate in Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage
·Five (5) years’ experience within the field of which three (3) years’ experience at junior managerial level / Assistant Director level in the broader Supply Chain Management Environment
·Valid vehicle driver’s license (with exception of persons with disabilities)
·Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act, (PFMA)
·Treasury Regulations
·National & Provincial SCM Policies
·Relevant case law
·Knowledge of Public sector Fraud &Corruption prevention frameworks
·Ability to translate legislative requirements into practical, risk-based compliance strategies

Key Duties

·Manage the implementation of SCM Compliance monitoring systems
·Conduct sample-based reviews or assessment of bid committees (specifications, evaluation adjudication), contract awards, deviations, expansions, and emergency procurements
·Monitor the assigned departments to ensure that SCM processes (planning, procurement, contract management, and disposal) adhere to the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA)
·Treasury Regulations, PPPFA, and other relevant prescripts
·Review and validate compliance reports, ensuring accuracy, evidence-based findings and alignment with Treasury Regulations and relevant case law
·Monitor and evaluate the performance of the SCM monitoring system
·Implement a system for the monitoring and evaluation of the performance of the SCM monitoring framework
·Monitor the implementation and progress of the SCM monitoring framework through site visits to the assigned institutions
·Analyse data and compile reports on the analysis of compliance with established SCM measured and prescribed parameters for: procurement plans quarterly and annually), bid processes specifications and tender procedures, contract terms, supplier / service provider delivery standards, procurement by other means and changes to procurement standards
·Propose updates to provincial SCM policies, standards operating procedures, (SOPs) and checklist based recurring compliance gaps identified during monitoring activities

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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What is the salary for the DEPUTY DIRECTOR’S: SCM GOVERNANCE & COMPLIANCE REF NO’S position?+

The advertised salary band for this post is R 932 292. 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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