●A relevant NQF 5 Tertiary qualifications, preferably in SCM / Logistics / Procurement / Finance, Economics or equivalent ●0-2 years relevant experience.
●Computer Literate (MS Office), ●A high level of ethical conduct, responsibility, confidentiality and accuracy are required, ●Ability to work independently, ●Proficiency in at least two (2) of the three (3) official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak), ●Be able to work after normal office hours, during emergencies and planned overtime.
●Control and performs tasks/activities with the application of specific Supply Chain Management procedures associated with the procuring of products and/or specific services, ●Applying appropriate procedures and bid systems to solicit responses in the form of quotations from suppliers/ vendors or service providers, ●Expediting orders by applying the appropriate processes to create procurement orders, ●Perform supplier audits and evaluations by interacting with suppliers/ vendors and, evaluates and determines conformity with Supply Chain Management Policy and Guidelines, ●Maintains a sound relationships with service providers/ vendors and contractors, ●Communicates and interacts with officials from user-departments in respect of specific requirements and priorities ●Checking quoted prices and specifications against requisitions/requirements of the user departments, ●Processing of procurement requisitions on the Financial Management System, ●Attends to procedural administrative requirements, record keeping and reporting deadlines associated with the functionality, ●Keeps abreast of current developments, legislative changes and emerging trends in the profession.
CORE PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Oral Communication: Ensures professional interaction and communication with clients.
- Written Communication: Effectively communicates in writing in a manner that requires minimal modification.
- Organizational Awareness: Operates within the municipality’s policies and procedures.
- Problem Solving: Applies a pragmatic approach to problem solving.
- Planning and Organizing: Modifies plans in line with instructions from supervisors.
FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Procurement and Tenders: Procures goods and services in accordance with SCM regulations and policies.
- Information management: Manages the central repository and documents.
- Task management: Effectively allocates own time to complete work.
- Project Management: Participates in the development of a clear project brief.
- Financial Process Management: Apply policies and procedures in financial process management.
PUBLIC SERVICE ORIENTATION COMPETENCIES
- Interpersonal Relationships: Able to establish rapport and gets on with others.
- Communication: Demonstrates effective oral and written communication.
- Service Delivery Orientation: Committed to excellence; in undertaking tasks and meeting deadlines.
PERSONAL COMPETENCIES
- Action and outcome orientation: Shows enthusiasm to take on new projects, a self-starter.
- Resilience: Accepts criticism about performance in stride, while maintaining work standards.
- Ethics and Accountability: Conducts self in accordance with organizational values.
MANAGEMENT/ LEADERSHIP
- Impact and Influence: Makes positive impact and comes across as confident professional.
- Team Orientation: Actively participates in team activities; and shows consideration towards others.
- Direction Setting: Has a clear sense of his / her own and team goals.
- Coaching and Mentoring: Shares knowledge and information with peers and subordinates.
Information to Consider
Candidates must be willing to be subjected to an interview and competency assessment and must be aware that previous employers and references will be contacted and their qualifications, credit and criminal record will be verified. The candidates will be required to disclose all Financial Interests.
General application forms are available in the application section. The application for this job is available at the bottom of this page. A comprehensive CV, original certified copies of Identification documents, qualifications, and driver’s license must accompany the application form and must be hand delivered/couriered to the Human Resources Section, Bitou Municipality, 1 Sewell Street, Plettenberg Bay or posted to Private Bag X1002; Plettenberg Bay; 6600.
Bitou Municipality is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from the designated groups, including those with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
Please take note:
- Only hard-copy applications will be considered. No electronic or faxed applications will be accepted.
- No late applications will be considered. Canvassing of Councilors with the purpose of being appointed is not permitted and proof of such canvassing shall lead to disqualification.
- Submit separate applications when applying for multiple posts and quote reference number.
- Preference will be given to local residents before considering candidates outside the Bitou Municipal Area
If you receive no feedback from us within 12 weeks after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
Bitou Municipality reserves the right not to make any appointment and to re-advertise before a shortlist is compiled.