Matric plus an undergraduate qualification in Supply Chain Management or equivalent at (NQF 7) as recognized by SAQA. At least minimum 5 years’ experience at a middle/ senior managerial level. Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Service s submitted prior to appointment. (Candidates not in possession of this entry requirement can still apply but are requested to register for the course and complete it as no appointment can be made in the absence thereof. The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name “Certificate for entry into the SMS” and the full details can be sourced from the following link: 114 Page 115 https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-preentry-programme/. All costs associated herewith are the responsibility of the applicant). Experience: Appropriate experience and a proven track record in all major aspects of management within a healthcare environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s licence. Willingness to travel across the province as required. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Strong corporate management skills within a health service environment. Policy implementation and guidelines development. Strong business orientation with the proven skills and ability in the financial management of health services. Open-minded and the ability to accommodate diverse views. Innovative, creative and lateral thinker. Ability to think fast, decisively and appropriately to rapidly changing situations. Adaptive leadership capabilities. High level of computer literacy, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, internet-based applications, and email communication. Knowledge: And Skills: Broad knowledge of Supply Chain Management and Treasury regulations. Policy development. Public Service Regulations, 2016, as amended. Interpersonal, communication. Planning, Negotiation and Presentation skills.

Ensure effective and efficient guidance 9policy formulation) over Procurement and Performance functions in the department in terms of prescripts of SCM Framework, regulations, PFMA, PPPFA and related Acts. Manage the effective co-ordination of the bidding process, responsive contract and promote adherence which support current empowerment policies and in line with PFMA, PPPFA, and SCM Framework regulations. Maintain and ensure compliance to the prescripts of PFMA pertaining to compliance and contract management, Supply Chain Risk Management as well as improve suppliers’ performance including institutions within the department. Co-ordinate and ensure co- operation in all the institution, office and directorates in the department to improve bid management processes. Provide support to Chief Directorate, CFO and provide reports regarding procurement issues as well as to improve internal and external communication. Manage the Directorate: SCM and undertake all administrative functions required with regard to financial and HR administration.

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