This vacancy has closed. It closed on 17 July 2026 and is kept here for reference only.

ADMINISTRATION CLERK (SCM)

Department of Water and Sanitation

Branch: Infrastructure Management: Central Operations

Reference number: 170726/41
Salary: R237 453 per annum (Level 05)
Centre: Vanderkloof Dam
Closing date: 17 July 2026
Circular: No 23 of 2026

Requirements

A Senior/Grade 12 certificate or equivalent. One (1) years’ experience in Supply Chain Management will serve as an added advantage. Computer literacy (Ms Work, excel and power point. Knowledge and experience in procurement administrative procedures Knowledge of financial legislation A valid code 08 driver’s license as an added advantage. Knowledge of basic financial operating systems (PERSAL, BAS, LOGIS, SAP etc). Basic financial management and knowledge of PFMA and Supply Chain Management Regulations. Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the public services. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of working environment. Interpersonal relations, flexibility and teamwork. Basic knowledge of problem solving and analysis. People and diversity management. Client orientation and customer focus. Good communication skill (both verbal and written). Accountability and ethical conduct pressure. Willingness to travel outside working hours.

Duties

Coordination of demand plans. Ensure that all procurement is in line with demand plans. Perform quarterly reviews to ensure procurement purchases are in line with demand. Conduct sourcing of quotations. Conduct inventory checks, administer goods receipts and goods issue. Ensure that all procurement is in line with prescribed legislation and regulations. Assist with procurement of price quotations, tenders, evaluation and adjudication. Effective management of controls and registers. Capturing of requisitions, orders, goods receipting and payments. Manage filing of Supply Chain Management documentation. Maintain registers for orders, payments and requisitions. Handle queries from suppliers and capture new suppliers onto the database. Maintain and administer stores. Recording, faxing, copying and filing of documentation. Render asset management clerical support. Render demand and acquisition clerical support. Render logistical support services. Assist with the compilation and maintenance of records according to Supply Chain Management (SCM) prescripts, e.g. procurement batches, goods received, asset verification, stocktaking and bar – cording of assets, courier services etc. Compile and maintain records e.g. asset records/database. Check and issue furniture, equipment and accessories to components and individuals. Identify redundant, non-serviceable and obsolete equipment for disposal. Verify asset register. Request and receive quotations. Place orders. Issue and receive bid documents. Provide secretariat or logistical support during the bid consideration and contracts conclusion processes. Compile draft documents as required. Receive requests for goods and services from end users. Place orders for goods and services. Receive and verify goods from suppliers. Capture goods and services receipt vouchers. Issue goods to end users.

Where to send your application

Interested applicants must submit their applications via the online link https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za

Enquiries

Mr T Kelokilwe Tel No: (053) 664 9400

Note

Candidates may be required to complete a practical and theoretical test. Please be advised that the office will transition to a SANWRI agency.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 23 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 3 July 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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