Administration Clerk: Printing Outsourcing

In brief

Overview This is an advert for two Administration Clerk positions within the Printing Outsourcing division of the Government Printing Works (GPW). The roles are based in Pretoria and offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with a salary of R237 453 per annum (Level 05) plus 37% in lieu of benefits. What you will do You will be responsible for rendering effective and efficient administration support in the process of printing outsourcing. This includes: * Providing administrative support in accordance with relevant prescripts, policies, and procedures. * Checking and verifying contract printer quotes and invoices against contract tariffs. * Maintaining records of daily monitoring of printing contracts, including progress. * Verifying GPW specifications align with printing contracts. * Liaising with external contractors and government departments (national and provincial) to ensure smooth and correct printing outsourcing. * Supporting the preparation of quotations by checking and verifying they align with specifications, and maintaining accurate record-keeping and filing. * Providing administrative support in quality control and inspections processes, including keeping records of inspections and identified risks, and coordinating with stakeholders to monitor quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of printing products. * Handling general administration, record-keeping, and reporting, such as maintaining proper records, photocopying, scanning, filing, organising documents, keeping personnel records, maintaining the leave register, and accurate reporting. * Participating in the review and updating of standard operating procedures (SOPs), which involves incorporating approved changes, reviewing existing SOPs for outdated/unclear information, providing input on operational challenges, and maintaining records of updated SOPs. * Assisting with monitoring and performance assessment of contracted suppliers to ensure compliance with the Contract Management Framework and reporting any poor quality of service to the Contract Management unit. Requirements (from the original advert) * A Grade 12 certificate. * A three-year Degree in Supply Chain Management, NQF5 certificate in contract management plus 2 years’ Experience in Supply Chain Management field will be an added advantage. * Understanding of all relevant Supply Chain Management legislative framework, regulations and prescripts. * Basic understanding of the PFMA, PPPFA, Financial Framework, Contract Management Framework, Supply Chain Management Framework, Treasury Regulations, GRAP, and BBBEE. * Understanding of all Public Service regulations and departmental policies and procedures. Who should apply This role is suitable for individuals with a Grade 12 certificate who are looking for a 12-month fixed-term administrative position in Pretoria. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of Supply Chain Management legislative frameworks, including PFMA, PPPFA, Treasury Regulations, and public service regulations. Applicants should be detail-oriented, capable of accurate record-keeping, verifying financial documents, monitoring contracts, and effective liaison with various stakeholders. Candidates with a relevant degree or NQF5 certificate in Supply Chain Management or contract management with two years of experience in the field will have an added advantage. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/government-printing-works-gpw-vacancies-circular-36-of-2026#spani-ref-gpw26-02 Source: govpage

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