assistant director: supply chain management, Ref No. LDOE 134/01/2026

Apply for assistant director: supply chain management at department of department of education. Closing date 2026-03-06.

Job Summary

Department: department of education

Directorate: finance

Province: limpopo

Reference: LDOE 134/01/2026

Closing Date: 2026-03-06

Salary: R468,459

No Of Vacancy: 1

Salary Level: 9

Centre: Capricorn South

Minimum Qualification

Relevant NQF level 6 qualification as recognized by SAQA.

Experience Required

5 years in Supply Chain Management and Supervisory Finance

Required Competencies & Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of PFMA and SCM Treasury Instructions
  • Procurement and Contract Management
  • Asset and Inventory Control
  • Team Leadership and Supervisory Skills
  • Analytical and Organizational Aptitude
  • High Attention to Detail
  • Functional Computer Literacy
  • Problem-solving and Decision-making.

Requirements

  • Minimum of five (5) years' experience
  • At least three (3) years must be at lower management or supervisory level (Level 7/8) within the Supply Chain or Finance field.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Drive effective and compliant supply chain management processes in strict accordance with the PFMA and Treasury regulations
  • Oversee the end-to-end implementation and monitoring of departmental SCM policies and procedures
  • Direct procurement operations, contract management, and asset management functions
  • Manage inventory control and logistics to ensure efficient resource distribution
  • Maintain rigorous record-keeping systems and generate statutory reports as required by the Public Finance Management Act
  • Facilitate sound financial and human resource management within the SCM unit.

Salary Detail

Remunaration

R468459 per annum, (all-inclusive package)

Salary Criteria

per annum

How to Apply

Contact Detail

Mr Lukheli TV at 081 535 3675, Mr. Ramaru TE at 067 873 7345, Mesdames Mmowa LS at 081 532 6059, Phasiwe N at 081 550 2664 and Matupi MJ at 081 530 8921.

Reference No:

LDOE 134/01/2026

Application Process

Follow these steps to ensure your application is not disqualified:

  • Step 1: Download the New Z83 Form (2021) below.
  • Step 2: In 'Section A', quote Reference Number: LDOE 134/01/2026
  • Step 3: Ensure you sign and date the form on the last page.
  • Step 4: Click 'Submit Application' to send your Z83 and CV to the department.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. You must have at least 3 years of experience at a supervisory or lower management level (specifically Salary Level 7 or 8). This ensures you have the experience to lead a team and manage departmental deadlines.
This Assistant Director role is comprehensive, covering Demand, Acquisition, Logistics, Disposal, and Contract Management, as well as Asset Management. You will need a strong grasp of the entire SCM value chain.
The assessment will heavily focus on your ability to apply the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Treasury Regulations, and the Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act (PPPFA) to real-world procurement scenarios.

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