Director: Infrastructure Procurement

In brief

**Overview** This document describes the role of Director: Infrastructure Procurement within the Gauteng Department Of Human Settlements (GDHS). This is a 12-month contract position located in Johannesburg, falling under the Directorate: Infrastructure Procurement. The role offers an all-inclusive annual salary package of R1 317 384. **What you will do** * Develop, design, and manage infrastructure procurement policies, processes, and procedures. * Establish construction procurement processes and procedures. * Promote correct implementation and sound infrastructure procurement practices. * Manage the design and implementation of a system to monitor supplier and Contracting Institution performance. * Manage the appointment, training, and vetting of Tender Committee members. * Manage and direct inputs to Strategic and Annual Performance Plans to support the achievement of the construction procurement policy. * Manage finalisation of Bid Specification Documentation, Advertisement processes, and Tender Clarification Meetings. * Determine closing times and dates of tenders, and the physical location of tender boxes or related procurement procedures. * Manage tender evaluation and monitoring. * Manage the sourcing of bids from the database according to National Treasury threshold values. * Manage the design and implementation of controls to comply with contract requirements. * Manage and review all cancellations, amendments, expansions, variations, extensions, or transfer of contracts awarded through the Bid Committee System. * Manage motivations to authorise increases in total prices (excluding price adjustment for inflation) in excess of the contractually stated amount and make recommendations. * Manage the sub-directorate. * Develop and manage the operational plan of the unit and report on progress. * Compile and submit all required administrative reports. * Perform quality control of work delivered by employees. * Provide functional technical advice and guidance. * Plan and allocate work. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * A Matric plus an undergraduate qualification Degree (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Commerce / Finance. * A minimum of 5 years relevant experience at middle/senior managerial level. * Possession of a Pre-Entry Certificate for SMS (required prior to appointment). * Knowledge of all the Public Service prescripts applicable to the role as well as the Department’s mandate. * Knowledge of performance management frameworks applicable in the Public Service and proven strategies in performance improvement. * Understanding of Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS). * Competencies: Strategic capability and Leadership, People Management and empowerment, Programme and Project Management, Financial Management and Change Management. * Competencies: Problem solving and analysis, Client orientation and customer focus, Service Delivery Innovation, Honesty and Integrity. * Personal Attributes and Skills: Good written and verbal communication skills. * Personal Attributes and Skills: Planning and organising skills. * Personal Attributes and Skills: Time management. * Personal Attributes and Skills: Problem solving, flexibility and innovative. * Personal Attributes and Skills: Good interpersonal skills. * Personal Attributes and Skills: Supportive and knowing how to draw the best energy out of the team. * Personal Attributes and Skills: Reliable and Responsible. * Personal Attributes and Skills: Positive attitude. **Who should apply** Ideal candidates will possess an NQF level 7 undergraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Commerce, or Finance, coupled with at least 5 years of relevant experience at a middle or senior managerial level. Applicants must hold a Pre-Entry Certificate for SMS prior to appointment. A strong understanding of Public Service prescripts, performance management frameworks, and the Infrastructure Delivery Management System (IDMS) is essential. The role requires strategic leadership, people management, project management, financial management, and change management competencies, alongside excellent problem-solving, client focus, and communication skills. Candidates should be reliable, responsible, positive, flexible, and innovative team players. In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified Coloured (Male & Female), White female, African male, and Persons with disability (PwD) candidates to address identified under-representation. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-department-of-human-settlements-gdhs-vacancies-dpsa-circular-37-or-2026#spani-ref-refs-056669 Source: govpage

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