Administration Clerk: SCM (Acquisition Management) (2 posts) (Permanent position)

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 237,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th cheque

Pension fund contribution

Housing allowance

Medical aid

Job summary

Western Cape Government's Department of Health and Wellness is inviting applications for a permanent position in Supply Chain Management (SCM). The role focuses on procurement processes, quotation preparation, and order expediting to ensure stock availability.

Applicants should have a Senior Certificate with Mathematics or Accounting and experience in public sector procurement. Shortlisted candidates may face tests; no payment is required to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in Public Sector Procurement and SCM processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Communication with suppliers and end-users.
• Prepare quotation batches for the Quotation Committee.
• Process and expedite purchase orders.
• Source quotations for goods and services via EPS.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Procurement systems

PFMA knowledge

Education

Senior Certificate with Mathematics/Accounting

Tools

SYSPRO

EPS

ESL

Job description

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

GSH222/2026

Remuneration

R 237 453 - R 279 708 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

23 Oct 2026

Employment Equity

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated. Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with Mathematics or Accounting as a passed subject and/or Senior Certificate (or equivalent) with experience/competencies that focuses on the Key Performance Areas (KPA’s) of the post.

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Communication/Follow-ups and Feedback with Suppliers and End-users. Be an active member of the innovation team within SCM to improve on processes and work methods. Preparation of Quotation Batches for the Quotation Committee. Processing and expediting of Purchase Orders. Sourcing of Quotations for Goods and Services via the EPS i.e., Buyouts, mini contracts, staggered orders and procuring from contracts to ensure adequate supply of stock.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Ability to work under pressure. Good communication skills (verbal and written). Computer literacy and have knowledge of related procurement systems, SYSPRO, EPS, ESL Knowledge and understanding of relevant acquisition management legislation and regulations. Knowledge of SCM framework, AO System, Provincial Treasury Instructions, Practice Notes and Delegations issued in terms of section 44 of PFMA.

Experience

Appropriate experience in Supply Chain Management. Appropriate experience and knowledge in Public Sector Procurement and Supply Chain Management Processes and Procedures.

Note

No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to a practical test.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.