Job Description

Closing Date

2025/03/24

Reference Number

WCG250210-3

Tracking Number

DOTP 15/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director: Demand and Logistics, Ref No. DOTP 15/2025

Department

Department of the Premier

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Mr R Hassiem at (021) 483 6625

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a qualified and competent individual to manage and supervise staff who perform demand and logistics services.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 5 years relevant experience.

Recommendation

A valid code B drivers' license; LOGIS system certifications.

Key Performance Areas

Manage and supervise staff who perform the following function and perform the more complex work in that regard: Demand Management, Logistics management; Supervision: Manage the staff of the unit, Manage staff performance, Motivate, train, and develop staff, Staff planning (recruitment, selection, leave management, well-being etc,Monitor information capacity building; Strategic Sourcing and Preferential Procurement / BEE; Broad knowledge on procurement activities; Knowledge of procurement best practices including sourcing strategies and the different mechanisms for procurement; Knowledge on procurement policies/procedures/contract management.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Policy Development; Financial norms and standards (Public Finance Management Act - PFMA, National Treasury regulations - NTR's, Provincial Treasury Instructions - PTI's); Budgeting processes; Skills needed: Proven Computer literacy; Analytical and strategic thinking; Budgeting; Conflict resolution; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting; Presentation; Problem Solving; Research; Excellent communication (written and verbal); Outstanding planning, organizing and people management; Access to and the ability to develop and maintain networks relevant to the task environment.

Remuneration

R 444 036 - R 532 602 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the

helpline at 0861 370 214

. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.