Chief Supply Chain Management Clerk (SCM Practitioner): Acquisition and Logistics Management Management, Ref No. EADP 23/2026

Job Purpose

The aim of the Department of Environmental Affairs and Development, Western Cape Government, is to employ a suitably qualified and competent individual to supervise and render supply chain management (SCM) and acquisition and logistics. This post is based in Cape Town.

Tracking Number

Enquiries

Remuneration

R 338 105- R 398 277 per annum (Salary level 7) 

Note on remuneration in addition service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) 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.

Supervise and render asset management clerical services; Supervise and render demand and acquisition clerical services; Supervise and undertake logistical support services; Supervise human resources/staff.

Senior Certificate (Grade 12 or equivalent) at NQF 4; A minimum of 6 years’ appropriate experience; 

Perform basic supply chain duties and administrative practices; capture data, operate computer systems and collect statistics; apply the legislative framework governing the Public Service; follow work procedures relevant to the working environment; LOGIS and EPS functions.

Skills: perform numeracy and literacy functions; communicate effectively in the required language.