SPECIALIST: DEMAND MANAGEMENT

The successful candidates will be expected to perform the following duties: SCM and Finance Compliance Compile and consolidate needs analysis Co-ordinate inputs and completion of quarterly and annual procurement plan Funding Compilation of specifications and terms of reference submitted by user department Promote compliance and adherence to the SCM policy. Assist in the implementation of control measures to enhance current processes. Assist with the audit process with the internal and external auditors. Risk management of the SCM SCM performance review Reporting on SCM information Optimum system utilization Entire adequate controls are in place for safeguarding of SCM information Ensure that SCM registers (deviations, irregular expenditure, contract management register) are reviewed and submitted to the Senior Manager and Executive Manager timeously. Propose enhancements / review of SCM Policy and procedures in line with the changes in the National Treasury regulations, instruction notes etc and ensure the same is implemented. Coordination Assist in the assessment and investigation of irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure (IFWE) in accordance with the IFWE guidelines and framework. Ensure that SCM monthly and quarterly for the SCM Monitor and evaluate supplier utilisation and performance. Keep record all National Treasury report submissions Risk and Compliance Provide input into the development of SCM and Finance policies, procedures and processes. Ensure compliance with all statutory or legal requirements. Assist in identifying and adhering to fraud controls, risk prevention principles, sound governance and compliance processes, and tools to identify and manage risks. Support and provide evidence to all internal and external audit requirements. Maintain quality risk management standards in line with relevant requirements. Maintain and enforce all related Service Level Agreements to minimise business risk and ensure business continuity. Review related Standard Operating Procedures in consultation with the Mangers to ensure business optimisation. Adhere to all relevant laws, policies and Standard Operating Procedures throughout the organisation. Stakeholder Management and Relations Build and maintain relationships with all BMA officers including Governance Committees for the purposes of expectations management and knowledge sharing. Provide advocacy on matters related to financial accounting activities to make informed decisions. Represent and participate in the organisation’s committees and tasks teams when required. Convene and attend meetings and present findings and business cases to relevant stakeholders when required. Implement timeous communication on progress and challenges in achieving the operational plans to impacted stakeholders. Financial Management Provide input in the planning and compilation of the business unit’s annual budget aligned to the operational plans to support the implementation of set objectives. Ensure the effective implementation, management, monitoring of the business unit’s budget, and mitigate and report on any variances. Monitoring financial control, budget management and the procurement process to ensure compliance with the legislation e.g. (PFMA, PPPFA, and BBBEE). Ensure the deployment of proper financial controls to manage the business unit budget. Report on and communicate any costs improvements and shortfalls. People Management Build and lead an effective and cohesive team through the effective management of divisional resources. Drive the implementation of talent acquisition, succession planning, development, and retention strategies for the division. Ensure the enhancement of relevant knowledge and skills through continuous coaching, mentoring and nurturing of talent in the business unit. Create a high-performance culture and manage team performance effectively by translating and communicating the annual performance goals and measures into individual work plans based on agreed upon objectives. Ensure the working environment contributes to improving employee engagement, recognition and increased productivity. Ensure the management of poor performance and disciplinary matters in line with the BMA’s policies and procedures.