Assistant Director - Contract Management

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Assistant Director specializing in Contract Management within the Gauteng Department of Human Settlements. The position involves overseeing and managing the full lifecycle of contracts to ensure compliance, performance, and effective administration, contributing to the department's governance and service delivery. **What you will do** * Ensure compliant contract administrative activities daily. * Maintain performance records for reporting and governance purposes. * Analyse the evaluation reports and develop a tool for reporting on non-compliant service providers. * Monitor contract performance and compliance with contract stipulations, the contract management plan, risk management plan, and organisational policies and procedures. * Administer variations to the contracts. * Effectively manage disputes in the contract management environment. * Draft and maintain a Comprehensive Contract Register as prescribed. * Monitor the implementation of contract management policy and standard operating procedures. * Ensure safe keeping and accessibility of all contract documentation. * Prepare monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc contract management reports. * Provide inputs into accruals, commitments, and audit reporting requirements. * Ensure alignment with SAP or relevant systems for contract tracking. * Allocate and monitor work to ensure timely execution of contract management functions. * Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and service delivery excellence. * Supervise staff. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Matric plus Degree in Supply Chain / Logistics / Purchasing / Public Management or equivalent in a related field. * Minimum of 3- 5 years’ Admin Officer level experience in Contract Management/ SCM environment. * Possession of a valid driver’s License. * People management and leadership skills. * Attention to detail. * Communication skills. * Problem solving skills. * Analytical skills. * Time Management skills. * Ability to perform under pressure. * Knowledge, understanding and application of relevant applicable acts, Treasury Regulations and Instruction Notes in relation to SCM. * Computer Literacy. **Who should apply** The ideal candidate should have a Matric certificate supplemented by a Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, Public Management, or an equivalent related field. Applicants must possess a minimum of 3-5 years of experience at an Admin Officer level within a Contract Management or SCM environment, along with a valid driver’s license. Candidates should demonstrate prior experience in a contract management or equivalent procurement role, showcasing a strong working knowledge of contract management processes, techniques, and the contract life cycle. Essential skills include people management, leadership, attention to detail, communication, problem-solving, analytical thinking, and time management. The ability to perform under pressure is required, as is a thorough understanding and application of relevant acts, Treasury Regulations, and Instruction Notes related to SCM, alongside computer literacy. High-level interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder liaison and query resolution are also important. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/assistant-director-contract-management-department-of-human-settlements Source: myjobmag

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