Job Description

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan.Nelson Mandela University is a dynamic African University offering an innovative Health Sciences education model aimed at addressing South African healthcare needs through the countrys 10th medical school on its Missionvale campus. The University is seeking healthcare professionals who embrace the values of Nelson Mandela university and who are committed to living his legacy in creating a more equal and just society for allCORE PURPOSE OF JOBBe responsible for logistics services in the Medical School on the Missionvale Campus and distributed clinical platformKEYPERFORMANCEAREAS

• Develop and implement an annual Logistic Plan for the Medical School to include Procurement, Venue bookings, Transport, Student Accommodation, and Infrastructure and Maintenance, and special events.
• Plan and manage the order cycle for purchases, storage, transport and delivery of goods and services for the Medical School, inclusive of shipping documents, bills and accounts, invoices and payments.
• Be responsible for asset management.
• Plan and manage venue bookings for teaching and learning, meetings, third stream and special events.
• Plan and manage student transport in conjunction with established services.
• Plan and manage student accommodation on the distributed clinical platform, including district hospitals in Sarah Baartman District.
• Liaise with University structures regarding infrastructure and maintenance on the Missionvale Campus and on the distributed clinical platform.
• Assist with special event planning.
• Provide administrative assistance with new infrastructure projects.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• In-depth knowledge and experience of logistics planning.
• In-depth knowledge and experience in supply chain management.
• Sound knowledge of applicable software systems related to logistics.
• Ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with internal clients and external suppliers and service providers.
• Knowledge of applicable university policies and protocols.
• Proven ability with time management and delivery of high-quality work under pressure.
• Ability to be a team player and part of a professional team in the Medical School and Faculty of Health Sciences

MINIMUMREQUIREMENTSEducationMatric plus a three-year completed degree/diploma related to Logistics /Project ManagementExperience and skillsAt least 3 years work experience in Logistics/Project Management. Proven ability to work in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power-Point and Outlook. Experience in a Higher Education setting will be an advantage.Valid Drivers license.APPLICANTINFORMATIONPlease note that no late applications are accepted.Applicants are to provide a cover letter, clearly indicating their skills match against the requirements of the post, an updated CV, certified copies of their ID document, qualification, and drivers license.

JobPlacements.com