Deputy Director: Supply Chain Management, Ref No. POCS 15/2026

Western Cape Government; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 839,000 - 1,026,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Cape Government is seeking a Deputy Director: Supply Chain Management to lead and manage comprehensive supply chain services within the Police Oversight and Community Safety department in Cape Town. The role requires an NQF level 6 qualification (or higher) and at least three years of middle management experience.

The incumbent will oversee contract and demand management, acquisition, logistics, disposal and asset management, and the sub-directorate’s overall performance, people and

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification at NQF level 6 or higher.
• Minimum of 3 years’ middle management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the functional operation of the Contract and Demand Management.
• Manage Acquisition Management; Logistics, Disposal and Asset Management.
• Plan and manage the Sub-directorate's work and performance.
• Oversee People and Financial Management.

Skills

Numeracy

Computer Literacy

Language skills

Project Management

Budgeting and Financial Management

Communication and Information Handling

Planning and Organising

Problem Solving

Education

NQF level 6 qualification

Job description

Deputy Director: Supply Chain Management, Ref No. POCS 15/2026

Details

Closing Date 2026/10/19

Reference Number WCG260908-7

Tracking Number POCS 15/2026

Job Title Deputy Director: Supply Chain Management, Ref No. POCS 15/2026

Department Police Oversight and Community Safety

Salary level 11

Enquiries Mr M Frizlar at 021) 483 6442

Job Type Permanent

Location - Country South Africa

Location - Province Western Cape

Location - Town / City Cape Town, CBD

Job Purpose

Department of Police Oversight & Community Safety, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to provide and manage Supply Chain Management Services.

An appropriate qualification at NQF level 6 (equivalent or higher); A minimum of 3 years’ middle management experience.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage the functional operation of the Contract and Demand Management; Manage the functional operation of Acquisition Management; Manage the functional operation Logistics, Disposal and Asset Management; Plan and manage the work of and account for the overall performance of the Sub-directorate; People Management; Financial Management

Working knowledge and understanding of the following:

Legislation, regulatory frameworks, policies and best practices that have a bearing on the line functions; Information systems that aid in the management of knowledge and information pertaining to the line function; Project management; Operational management practices; Procurement and tendering processes; Policy development, and operational management, monitoring and review processes; Modern systems of governance and administration; Public finance, human resources and discourse management processes; Public Finance Management Act, National and Provincial Treasury Regulations, other financial policies, prescripts, directives and collective agreements. Skills in the following: Numeracy; Computer Literacy; Language skills; Project Management; Accounting / Finance / Audit; Budgeting and Financial Management; Communication and Information Management; Continuous Improvement; Citizen Focus and Responsiveness; Diversity Management; Impact and Influence; Planning and Organising; Problem Solving and Decision Making.

Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R 932 292 per annum (Salary level 11)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and will be required to submit duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the timeframe communicated by the WCG and prior to the interview date. Failure to provide the required duly completed and signed vetting and supporting documentation within the prescribed timeframe, without reasonable justification, may result in the shortlisted candidate not being considered further in the current recruitment and selection process.

All shortlisted candidates 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. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

This project is an initiative of the Western Cape Government.