Principal Clerk
Nelson Mandela Bay Metro · Eastern Cape
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- Grade 12.
- Two to five years' relevant experience.
- Computer literacy – MS Office applications.
Key attributes and competencies
- Oral and written communication skills in English and at least one other official local language.
- The incumbent will be required to supervise the technical procurement function to ensure an effective and efficient procurement services with the budgetary framework in terms of Council policy.
- The incumbent must have knowledge of the Municipality's procurement procedure for tender specification compilation, obtaining quotations and tender documents.
- The incumbent will be required to liaise with fire and emergency services officials and purchasing and supplies stores for dealing with queries/complaints/requests relating to procurement matters.
- Market research, new product service, tender advertisement, report-writing, stakeholder engagement and management.
- Expenditure and financial control, requisition approval, project site and final product inspections.
- Record-keeping and administration.
Physical requirement of the post
- The incumbent sits most of the day with occasional standing and walking.
Job purpose
- Procuring technical services and equipment for the fire and emergency services branch of the Safety and Security business unit.
- As part of the selection process, candidates may be tested on any requirement, skill or competency, which will include pre-employment screening, medical examination, security vetting and psychometric assessment.