Deputy Director- Contract Management

Requirements

• A Grade 12 Certificate, NQF Level 7 Degree in Supply Chain Management/ Procurement/ Finance/Law/Logistics. 3-5 years' experience in Contract Management environment ASD level. A valid drivers' license.
• Competencies: Knowledge of the public service regulatory framework. Knowledge of the department's strategy. In depth knowledge of the public finance management Act, Treasury regulations, financial delegations and risk management.
• Sound knowledge of Project Management, people Management, financial management and conflict management. Skills: Communication. Computer literacy. Analytical.
• Presentation, Report writing, planning and organising, negotiation and influencing skills. Attributes- Team Player. Able to work independently. Confidential. Ability to work under pressure. Quality-driven.

Duties

• Manage the functional operation of the Sub directorate: Supply Chain Contract Management. Manage, undertake and review the monitoring, analyses and determination of actions to ensure proper contract administration. Administer variations to contracts. Evaluate applications for price adjustments and invoke penalty clauses.
• Evaluate applications for variations, amendments and cancelations and develop proposals for approval. Undertake dispute resolutions and ensure that all documentation is prepared and available to resolve disputes.
• Maintain proper relationship with suppliers within the code of ethics to ensure delivery of goods/services. Manage coordination, review and monitoring of contract compliance by determining whether product/services are delivered at the right time, of the right quantity, right products, right place, right conditions, right quality and right price according to the contract.
• Manage Contract Management and undertake all administrative functions required with regard to financial and HR administration. Maintenance of discipline. Management of performance and development. Undertake Human Resource and other related administrative functions.
• Establish implementation and maintain efficient and effective communication arrangements. Develop and manage the operational plan of the sub-directorate and report on progress as required. Develop implement and maintain processes to ensure proper control of work. Compile and submit all required administrative reports.
• Plan and allocate work. Quality control of work delivered by employees. Ensure submission of monthly and quarterly reports. Oversee the preparation of appointments, variation, extension, and termination letters. Ensure proper contract administration, monitoring, and compliance throughout the contract lifecycle. Ensure SCM process files are properly maintained, safeguarded, and readily available for audit, risk, and management review

Closing Date : 18-09-2026