Assistant Director: Acquisition Management

In brief

**Overview** This role is for an Assistant Director in Acquisition Management within the Mpumalanga Department of Health, based at the Provincial Office in Mbombela (Nelspruit). The position is compensated at R487,197 per annum (Level 09) plus service benefits. The primary focus of this role is to coordinate, review, undertake, and implement supply chain acquisition management frameworks and policies within the department. **What you will do** To coordinate, review, undertake and implement the supply chain acquisition management framework and policies through the execution of the bidding process, compilation of a list of service providers, according to the prescribed procurement methodologies. Coordinate (synergise) review and execute the bidding process. Coordinate, review and compile the list of prospective provider for quotations. Coordinate review and source quotations from database according to the thresh values determined by the National Treasury. Supervise employees to ensure an effective acquisition management service and undertake all administrative functions required with regard to financial and HR administration. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Senior Certificate / Grade 12 plus Diploma / Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in Finance, Accounting Management, Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting, Public Management / Administration as recognized by SAQA. * A minimum of three (3) years relevant experience in supply chain management, acquisition Management, Financial Management at supervisory / management (Level 7/8). * Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Revenue Management policies, National Health Act, and relevant departmental prescripts. * Knowledge of BAS, PEIS and other relevant systems. * Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint). * Valid driver’s licence. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a Senior Certificate/Grade 12 along with a relevant Diploma/Degree (NQF Level 6/7) in fields such as Finance, Accounting Management, Financial Management, Cost and Management Accounting, Public Management/Administration. They must have at least three years of relevant experience in supply chain management, acquisition management, or financial management at a supervisory/management level (Level 7/8). Essential knowledge includes the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, Revenue Management policies, National Health Act, departmental prescripts, and systems like BAS and PEIS. Computer literacy in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and a valid driver’s licence are also required. The ideal candidate will be capable of coordinating, reviewing, implementing, and supervising acquisition management processes and related administrative functions. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/mpumalanga-department-of-health-vacancies-circular-36-of-2026#spani-ref-mpdoh-oct-26-1643 Source: govpage

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