DEPUTY DIRECTOR: CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

Department of Human Settlements

Directorate: Supply Chain Management

Reference number: REFS/056727
Salary: R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package)
Centre: Johannesburg
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 30 October 2026
Circular: No 36 of 2026

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Requirements

Matric plus an undergraduate qualification (NQF level 7) as recognized by SAQA in Supply Chain / Logistics / Purchasing / Public Administration or equivalent in a related field. Minimum of 3 - 5 years’ relevant experience at Assistant Director level in contract management / SCM environment. Possession of a valid driver’s License. People management and leadership skills. Attention to detail. Communication skills. Problem solving skills. Analytical skills. Time Management skills. Ability to perform under pressure. Strategic leadership and policy development experience. Advanced knowledge of PFMA, Treasury Regulations, and SCM frameworks. Project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Computer Literacy.

Duties

Manage, analyse and determine actions to ensure proper contract administration. Evaluate applications for variations, amendments and cancelations and develop proposals for approval. Maintain proper relationship with suppliers within the code of ethics to ensure delivery of goods/services. Manage the coordination, review and monitoring of contract compliance. Identify and implement a risk management plan for the directorate. Drive SAP Automation and Effective System Management for Contract Administration. Lead the implementation, optimisation and automation of SAP processes within Contract Management. Oversee integration of contract management processes with SAP to improve data integrity, compliance and audit readiness. Monitor system-generated reports to track contract performance, commitments and expenditure. Ensure adherence to system controls, governance frameworks and audit requirements within SAP. Management of Sub-Directorate resources and personnel. Allocate duties and do quality control of the work delivered. Develop, implement and monitor work systems and processes to ensure efficient and effective functioning. Address enquiries and provide advice and guidance on asset allocation and control.

Where to send your application

Please apply online at https://jobs.gauteng.gov.za/

Enquiries

Ms. Alinah Mogaswa at 072 313 8052

Note

Employment Equity targets apply: preference will be given to suitably qualified African males, Indian males, Coloured males and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Youth candidates are encouraged to apply.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 36 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 9 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 October 2026.