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Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness

Senior Administrative Officer: Supply Chain Management

  • Western Cape Health Warehouse
  • Western Cape
  • R413k /yr
  • Supply Chain and Procurement
Closing date
Monday, 9 November 2026 at 17:00 Closes today
Reference
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Source
DPSA · 23 Oct 2026

Requirements

Minimal educational qualification: An appropriate National Diploma (NQF 6) or equivalent in Supply Chain Management. Experience: Appropriate experience in Supply Chain and Warehouse Management, including demand planning, inventory optimization, supplier coordination, and maintaining efficient storage and distribution systems. Appropriate experience in managing & handling stock in a store/warehouse environment.

Inherent requirement of the job: Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Ability to collate, verify data, work accurately and methodically. Good interpersonal and organisational skills.

Computer skills (MS Word, Excel and Outlook). Knowledge and practical experience in LOGIS or Basic Accounting System (BAS). Knowledge of administrative and/or support duties in a store/warehouse.

Duties

Acquisitions Management - Handling and contract management as per notices in order to procure medical consumables (contract and non-contract). Ensure Compliance with the AO system and delegation when acquiring goods and services. Ensure strict adherence to and continuously maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable departmental policies, prescripts, and procedures.

Managing procurement end-to-end in terms sampling request, evaluation submission, presenting to QC, following the relevant procurement processes. Execute responsibilities within the Electronic Procurement System (ePS), ensuring adherence to procurement prescripts and compliance requirements. Prepare bidding templates and supporting documentation for presentation to the Quotation Committee.

Compile and report on stock on hand and dues-out, supporting effective inventory control and planning. Contract management, Forecasting, Demand, Reporting & Policy development for warehouse. ESL, Logis ICN Compliance & BMI.

Maintain regular communication with suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring timely follow-up on outstanding orders. Assist with interim and annual financial reporting, including financial year-end processes. Performed ad-hoc administrative and operational support tasks as required.

Initiate and formulate new proposals for optimal efficiency and effectiveness regarding service. Human Resource Management - Attendance register control, leave planning and control, labour relations, training & development identification and performance agreements and review.

How to apply

Applications are submitted online via www.westerncape.gov.za/health-jobs (click “online applications”).

Enquiries

Mr D Botha Tel No: (021) 833-7623 or email: Daniel Botha at [email protected]

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Candidates will be required to do a practical test

General note

It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department. Kindly note that excess personnel will receive preference. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.

One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process. ERRATUM: Kindly note that the advert for the POST 37/287: Deputy Director: Manager Hospital Development (5/8th Post) Directorate: Facilities and Infrastructure Management, Centre: Tygerberg Hospital, Redevelopment Office, Salary R582 684 (5/8th) per annum, (A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual’s personal needs) advertised in the Public Service Vacancy 37 dated 16 October 2026, has been amended as follows: Deputy Director: Manager Hospital Development (5/8th Post) (3 Year-Contract)