Administration Officer: Demand Management (SCM) REF NO: 2026/354

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**Overview** This role is for an Administration Officer specializing in Demand Management within the Supply Chain Management (SCM) unit of the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. The position, with reference number 2026/354, involves providing comprehensive administrative support across demand, acquisition, and contract management functions, ensuring compliance with relevant government procurement systems, policies, and legislation. **What you will do** * Provide admin support in the research and needs analysis for the Department. * Provide guidance to End-Users/Project Managers on testing the markets. * Lead the process of alignment of budgets with department objectives and Annual Performance Plans. * Consolidation of Procurement Plans and report monthly to Head Office. * Assist in the consultation with relevant stakeholders to determine challenges, opportunities and risks. * Identify the frequency of needs and analyse the identified needs in line with the supply chain strategy and collect data commodity analysis and checking for alternatives. * Provide support in the determination and development of procurement proposals for implementation based on the results of the research. * Collect and collate information for the Department Annual Procurement Plan, collect information from the relevant units according to the prescribed template. * Check and analyse the submitted information, confirm availability of budget. * Consolidate the information into procurement plan. * Provide support in the process of drafting specifications, advice whether specifications should contain special conditions. * Assist in identifying and implementation of preference points system, track all movements of specification and terms of reference submission. * Provide an appropriate response to internal and external stakeholders. * Provide secretariat support to the relevant Bid Committees. * Responsible for Demand, Acquisition and Contract Management. * Ensure full compliance to all Acquisition, Demand Management and Contract Management prescripts, policies, practice notes and delegations of authority. * Develop and maintain internal control measures for procurement. * Ensure the effective management of Demand, Acquisition and Contract processes. * Compile and consolidate the Demand Management Plan, Acquisitions Management and Contract Management reports. * Coordinate input in the Demand Management Plan. * Ensure that procurement is in line with the approved Demand Plan. * Ensure effective utilisation of the CSD. * Manage acquisition including BID administration. * Assist in compilation of Terms of reference, Specifications and Bid Documents. * Provide secretariat support to the BID committees and provide the administrative duties during the tender/bid briefing sessions. * Provide assistance in the review of the scope of the Terms of Reference TOR. * Assist with the monitoring of validity period of closed tenders. * Assist in the co-ordination and execution of the bidding process. * Arrange and attend bid Evaluation committee meeting. * Management of the bid processes and ensure effective functioning of all Bid Committees. * Management and effective utilisation of Transversal Contracts and Participation contracts on organs of state. * Manage the process of sourcing of quotations. * Ensure proper document control and documentations. * Implement and Oversee Risk and performance management strategies in the Supply Chain Management Unit. * Identify and mitigate risks within the Unit. * Ensure that all administrative matters, correspondence and complex enquiries are attended to promptly. * Assist in the compiling of monthly SCM performance reports. * Compilation /verification of all monthly SCM reports. * Ensure implementation and compliance of the Instruction Notes as issued by National Treasury as well as Departmental SCM Policy. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification NQF level 06/ National Diploma in Supply Chain Management/ Procurement/ Public Management/ Public Administration or related. * Relevant years of experience in Supply Chain Management within Acquisition Management. * Valid Driver’s Licence. * Knowledge Of: Thorough knowledge and understanding of government procurement systems and relevant legislation; Supply chain management; Management of databases; PFMA; PPPFA; Supply Chain policies and procedures; Treasury Regulations and BBBEE Acts; Monitoring and evaluation theory and methodology; Monitoring and evaluation systems. * Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills; Basic numeracy; Advanced interpersonal and diplomacy skills; Problem solving skills; Decision making skills; Statistical skills; Computer literacy; Problem solving skills; Presentation skills; Planning and organising skills; Ability to work independently and under pressure. * Personal Attributes: Analytical thinking; Innovative; Creative; Resourceful; Ability to work under stressful situations; Ability to communicate at all levels; People orientated; Able to establish and maintain networks; Trustworthy; Assertive; Hard-working; Self-motivated; Ability to work independently. Must be prepared to adapt work schedule in accordance with office requirements. **Who should apply** An ideal candidate will possess a minimum NQF level 06/National Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Public Management, Public Administration, or a related field, coupled with relevant experience in Supply Chain Management, specifically within Acquisition Management. They must have a valid driver's licence and a thorough understanding of government procurement systems, relevant legislation (PFMA, PPPFA, BBBEE Acts, Treasury Regulations), SCM policies, and monitoring and evaluation systems. The candidate should demonstrate strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, decision-making, planning, and computer literacy skills. Key personal attributes include analytical thinking, innovativeness, resourcefulness, trustworthiness, and the ability to work independently, under pressure, and adapt work schedules as required. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/administration-officer-demand-management-scm-ref-no-2026-354-department-of-public-works-dpw Source: myjobmag

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