Administration Officer: Supply Chain Management (X5 Positions) at South African National Biodiversity Institute

• This position requires a national diploma in Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 6 with 4 years of work experience in the relevant field or a degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification at NQF 7 with 2 years of work experience in the relevant field. Postgraduate qualification in Supply Chain Management, Logistics or equivalent qualification with NQF 8 will be an added advantage.

The following competencies are required for the candidate to be successful in this position:

• experience in procurement systems would be an advantage; Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB); extensive knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures, processes, practices, systems, and frameworks related to supply chain management is essential; in-depth knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, Generally Recognised Accounting Practice is essential; advanced planning, organizing, and problem solving skills; excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills; report writing skills, people management skills, excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of software tools including (Ms Word, MS Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Internet and Outlook) will be advantageous. The possession of a valid driver’s licence with at least one-year practical driving experience and a willingness to travel is essential.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Assist with request for Quotation/Tender process;
• Assist with terms of reference process and briefing/site inspection process;
• Provide assistance with request for Quotation/Tender evaluation process;
• Assist with generation of purchase order and processing invoices and 
• Provide assistance to manage governance, risk, and compliance matters.