Director: Supply Chain Management (x1 posts) at Free State Department of Health

Requirements:

• Matric plus an undergraduate qualification in Supply Chain Management or equivalent at (NQF7) as recognized by SAQA.
• At least minimum 5 years’ experience at a /middle/ senior management services (SMS) .
• Pre-entry Certificate for the Senior Management Services submitted prior to appointment. (Candidates not in possession of this entry requirement can still apply but are requested to register for the course and complete it as no appointment can be made in the absence thereof. The course is available at the National School of Governance (NSG) under the name “Certificate for entry into the SMS” and the full details can be sourced from the following link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/trainingcourse/sms-preentry-programme/. All costs associated herewith are the responsibility of the applicant).

Experience:

• Appropriate experience and a proven track record in all major aspects of management within a healthcare environment. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s license. Willingness to travel across the province as required.

Competencies (knowledge/skills):

• Strong corporate management skills within a health service environment. Policy implementation and guidelines development. Strong business orientation with the proven skills and ability in the financial management of health services. Open-minded and the ability to accommodate diverse views. Innovative, creative and lateral thinker.
• Ability to think fast, decisively and appropriately to rapidly changing situations. Adaptive leadership capabilities. High level of computer literacy, with proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, internet-based applications, and email communication.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Broad knowledge of Supply Chain Management and Treasury regulations. Policy development. Public Service Regulations, 2016, as amended. Interpersonal, communication. Planning, Negotiation and Presentation skills.