Department of Correctional Services South Africa Recruitment 2023

Deadline: 17 July 2023

Department of Correctional Services South Africa Recruitment 2023

Applications are now open for the Department of Correctional Services South Africa. Qualified persons are strongly advised to apply before the deadline:

Department of Correctional Services is hiring the following:

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: TENDER MANAGEMENT

  • National Head Office: Directorate: Procurement Administration (Ref: HO 2023/05/01)
  • Salary: R811 560 all-inclusive package

Requirements: Recognized degree/national diploma in Contract Management or equivalent qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in a supervisory/junior management at ASD level in a similar environment. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence.

Competencies and attributes: Communication, client orientation and customer focus, problem solving and analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment, integrity and honesty, confidentiality and good interpersonal relations. Understanding of public service policy and legislative framework. Knowledge of supply chain management legislation and related prescripts. Knowledge of government procurement processes. Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy. Influence and impact. Change management.

Responsibilities: Manage advertising, invitation and closing of bids. Manage the evaluation and adjudication of bids. Manage, support and advise on bid processes. Manage the provision of secretariat services for bid evaluation and adjudication committees. Manage the application of supply chain management (SCM) prescripts. Manage the signing of service level agreements (SLA). Manage the rolling-out of contracts. Manage stakeholder relationships. Ensure that bid recommendations are in line with policies and prescripts. Manage performance information. Management of human resources, finance and assets.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LOGISTICAL SUPPORT

  • National Head Office: Directorate: Logistics (Ref: HO 2023/05/02)
  • Salary: R811 560 all-inclusive package

Requirements: Degree/National Diploma in Logistics Management/Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in a supervisory/junior management at ASD level in a similar environment. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence.

Competencies and attributes: Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Supply Chain Management Guide for Accounting Officers (Section 6), Logistical Information System Manual (LOGISM), DCS Strategic Plan (Key departmental objective A1), Public Service Regulations, HRM Policies/procedure and Skills Development Act, Act 97 of 1998. Analytical thinking. Applying technology & problem analysis. Ability to access & utilise information. Liaison (internal/external). Creativity, initiative & innovative. Financial management, problem solving, decision making and facilitation skills. Plan, organize, lead and control. Change management, project management, presentation, conflict management, training and communication skills.

Responsibilities: Manage and ensure integrity in operational databases of the LOGIS. Formulate electronic policy for LOGIS based on legislation. Managing security policies within the LOGIS application. Management of LOGIS training. Formulation, development, maintenance of and advise on training material for courses that support logistical supply chain management. Monitor and evaluate logistical supply chain management courses and material. Management of LOGIS information. Manage and provide support for the marketing of LOGIS. Manage the constant updating of the homepage of logistics. Design, formulate and review policies, processes and procedures in line with departmental policies, guidelines and procedures and monitor the implementation thereof. Managing the evaluating/monitoring of LOGIS. Manage feedback on audit queries. Manage performance information. Management of human resources, finance and assets.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LOGISTICAL ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT

  • National Head Office: Directorate: Logistics (Ref: HO 2023/05/03)
  • Salary: R811 560 all-inclusive package

Requirements: Relevant degree/national diploma in Logistic Management, Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification. 3-5 years supervisory/junior management experience at ASD level in SCM/Logistics. Knowledge of LOGIS, LBIS, balanced score card and financial statements. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence.

Competencies and attributes: Knowledge in Supply Chain Management. Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and PFMA. Financial management. Problem solving and decision making. Team leadership. Project management. Presentation skills. Conflict management. Report writing. Training and development. Time management. Confidentiality. Understanding of public service policy and legislative framework. Service delivery and client orientation. Integrity and honesty. Assertiveness. Ability to network. Influence and impact. Applied strategic thinking. Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities: Design, formulate and review logistics administration policies, processes and procedures in line with departmental policies, guidelines and procedures. Manage the stores of the department. Manage assets of head office. Oversee the ordering process and order payment process. Manage travel arrangements and payment. Oversee the travel management office of the department. Analyse reports and advise senior management with regard to current issues in respect of logistics in the department and in general. Compilation of financial statements disclosure notes relating to commitments, accruals, payables, and fruitless and wasteful expenditure. Monitor and evaluate adherence to logistical policies and procedures throughout the department. Take appropriate corrective actions where necessary. Manage the vendor database and performance of suppliers. Implement Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment. Monitoring of quotation activities. Management of human resources, finance and assets. Management of performance information.

DEPUTY DIRECTOR: PROCUREMENT POLICY FORMULATION

  • National Head Office: Directorate: Procurement Administration (Ref: HO 2023/05/04)
  • Salary: R811 560 all-inclusive package

Requirements: Recognized degree or national diploma in Procurement/Purchasing/Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualification. 3-5 years supervisory/junior management experience at ASD level in a related field. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence.

Competencies and attributes: Policy coordination. Good communication skills. Financial management. Project and programme management. Change management. Client orientation and customer focus. Problem solving and analysis. Service delivery innovation. Decision making. People management and empowerment. Integrity and honesty. Confidentiality. Good interpersonal relations. Understanding of public service policy and legislative framework. Assertiveness. Ability to network. Diplomacy and tact. Influence and impact.

Responsibilities: Oversee the effective and efficient implementation of policies. Maintain uniformity in procurement practices in the department. Train acquisition/procurement practitioners in the department. Develop and maintain monitoring tool for compliance with procurement prescripts. Evaluate cost-efficiencies of procurement management control process and initiate improvement interventions. Compile training material on procurement and present to all relevant forums within DCS. Management of human resources, finance and assets.  Management of performance information.

Applications: Department of Correctional Services South Africa Recruitment 2023

Applications must be submitted on the new Z83 form (Public Service application form) obtainable from any Public Service department and must be completed in full. Only a comprehensive CV should be attached to your application form. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies not older than 6 months of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview. Please send a separate and complete application for each post you apply for, stating the correct reference number for each position you are interested in. Faxed and e-mailed applications will not be accepted. Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements. Requirement for valid driver’s licence is not applicable to applicants with a disability.

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