Assurance And Support Manager at Rand Water

Job Advert Summary    

• To perform duties within the Rand Water Institute: Research Administration & Integration Unit under the guidance of the GM: RAI. The high-level purpose of the role is to manage and integrate innovation -driven SCM research projects; monitoring and evaluation; high-level reporting writing and presentation; assurance support including risk assessment and compliance management.

Minimum Requirements    
Education/NQF Level:

• Bachelor’s degree in SCM/Business Management/Logistics/Operations/ Risk Management/Compliance/ Engineering/Finance/Law, or related field (NQF 7).
• Postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in public-sector procurement, research and administration, governance & compliance, or related fields.
• Solid and proven experience in the water/civil/ built environment is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement, PFMA, PPPFA, and SCM regulations.

Professional Registration:

• Eligibility for registration with relevant professional bodies.

Knowledge and Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of public-sector procurement, financial management, compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

Risk Awareness:

• Financial, regulatory, and procurement risk management.

Primary Duties    

• Drive and Support SCM Innovation-driven research Initiatives: Spearhead innovation -driven supply chain management (SCM) research to enhance operational efficiency and strategic value.
• Manage Company-Wide SCM Research: Coordinate and align cross-functional SCM research projects to ensure cohesive and impactful outcomes.
• Risk Management & Compliance: Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate risks while ensuring full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and organizational policies.
• Procurement Planning & Performance Monitoring: Track, analyse, and report on procurement plans to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Governance, Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate transparent governance structures, prepare executive reports, and engage stakeholders to align SCM strategies with business objectives.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Supervise, coach, and develop team members to cultivate a high-performance culture and professional growth.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaborative success.
• Strategic Representation: Act as a key representative in high-level forums, ensuring SCM initiatives align with Rand Water’s overarching mission and objectives.
• Report writing: Review, consolidate and prepare SCM research reports and management reports.

Knowledge    

• SCM regulations and public procurement
• Research integration and governance frameworks.
• Compliance and risk management
• Enterprise development and innovation
• Research & innovation

Skills    

• Strategic planning and execution
• Analytical and problem-solving
• Communication and stakeholder engagement
• Report writing and presentation.

Attitude    

• Integrity and accountability
• Results-driven and proactive
• Collaborative and adaptable
• Professional and resilient

Deadline:22nd September,2025