Assistant Director: Supply Chain Compliance

In brief

**Job Title**: Assistant Director: Supply Chain Compliance **Company**: Limpopo Department of Social Development **Source**: govpage --- **Overview** This role is for an Assistant Director: Supply Chain Compliance, designated as REF NO: DSD/2026/146, with one post available. It is a Level 09 position, offering a salary of R487,197 per annum. The position is based at the Head Office in Polokwane, within the Limpopo Department of Social Development. **What you will do** * Provide capacity building to supply chain management. * Identify capacity gaps through monitoring of policy implementation. * Provide capacity building to Supply Chain Management Practitioners. * Provide capacity building to Bid Specification, Evaluation and Adjudication committees. * Provide capacity building to departmental end users. * Facilitate provision of accredited Supply Chain Management courses. * Provide support to institutions bid committee structures and Supply Chain Management officials. * Management of departmental contracts. * Provide regular status/ progress reports to management highlighting trends, problems, risks, deviation, delays and make appropriate recommendations for contract management improvement. * Facilitate appointments and provide capacity building for project managers. * Manage and provide advice to project managers in reporting on the performance of contracted service providers. * Manage financial, administrative Implement and comply with relevant polies. * Manage systems and procedures. * Manage the budget planning and spending processes according to relevant frameworks. * Manage the performance and development of staff. * Compile and submit quarterly and annual reports. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Grade 12 plus an appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 in Supply Chain Management / Logistics / Purchasing Management or equivalent qualification in the relevant field or area as recognised by SAQA. * A minimum of 3 years relevant experience at Supervisory /Junior Management level. * Valid motor vehicle driver’s license (with the exception of persons with disabilities). * Knowledge And Skills: * Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). * Knowledge of Public Service Regulations, Policies and procedures. * Knowledge of Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA). * Leadership & Management skills. * Financial reporting skills. * Communications skills. * Conflict management skills. * Project Management skills. * Problem solving skills. **Who should apply** This role is suited for an experienced professional with a relevant NQF Level 6 qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Purchasing Management, coupled with at least three years of supervisory or junior management experience. The ideal candidate will possess a valid driver's license (unless disabled) and demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of public finance and procurement legislation, including PFMA, Public Service Regulations, and PPPFA. Strong leadership, management, financial reporting, communication, conflict management, project management, and problem-solving skills are essential, as the role involves capacity building, contract management, reporting, and staff/budget oversight within a government department. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/limpopo-department-of-social-development-vacancies-circular-36-of-2026#spani-ref-dsd-2026-146 Source: govpage

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