Job Description

Closing Date

2026/01/26

Reference Number

WCG251119-1

Tracking Number

DSD 105/2025

Job Title

Assistant Director: Quotation Administration, Ref No. DSD 105/2025

Department

Social Development

Salary level

9

Enquiries

Ms T Rakiep at (021) 483 4720

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Cape Town

Job Purpose

The Department of Social Development, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide a quotation administration service.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3 year B-Degree/Advanced Diploma (equivalent qualification or higher); A minimum of 3 years supervisory level experience in Supply Chain Management; A valid (Code B or higher) driving licence.

NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage and supervise staff regarding the following functions and perform the more complex work in that regard: Supervise and compile quotation specifications as required; Coordinate, review, and compile the list of prospective providers for quotations; Supervise the sourcing of quotations for all purchases below R1000 000; Implementation of records and information management within the Division; Supervise human resource staff; It will be advantageous to have the following experience: Evaluation and analysing procurement information and data, e.g., spend analysis and process efficiencies; South African marketplace;Procuring in terms of policies and prescripts and in different sourcing methodologies.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following:

Public sector SCM legislation, policies and procedures; Research and Reporting procedures; Strategic sourcing methodologies; Financial Management and Project Management; Standard bidding and advertising formats, market analysis methodology / sourcing strategies / Procurement Plan / Delegation of authority / Methods of product selection; Strategic sourcing and preferential procurement policy / BEE.

Skills needed:

Analytical thinking; Job Knowledge; Communication (written and verbal); Interpersonal relations; Flexibility; Teamwork; Planning and Organising; Numeracy; Literacy; Computer Literacy; Accounting, Finance and Audit.

Remuneration

R 468 459 - R 561 894 per annum (Salary level 9)

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.



Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from

Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00

. Contact the helpline at

086 137 0214

. For all other queries relating to the position.