Department of Public Works And Infrastructure

Assistant Director: Demand Management

Salary or stipendR487 197 per annum

The Department of Public Works And Infrastructure is looking for a Assistant Director: Demand Management. This is a permanent role based in Eastern Cape.

Gqeberha Regional OfficeApplications close 30 October 2026

Source: DPSA Circular 37 of 2026Post 37/74, page 60

Reference number: 2026/364
Appointment: Permanent
Province: Eastern Cape
Closing date: 30 October 2026
Centre: Gqeberha Regional Office

What you will need

A minimum of three-year tertiary qualification (NQF Level 06)/ National Diploma in Supply Chain Management or Logistics or Procurement or Finance or Auditing or similar related qualification.

Experience

Relevant years of working experience in Supply Chain Management Demand and or Supply Chain Management Acquisition of which relevant years working experience must be on a supervisory level in Demand and or Acquisition Management. Experience in Infrastructure Procurement Demand or Acquisition Management will serves as an added advantage.

Driver's licence

A valid Driver’s licence.

Skills and competencies

Good verbal and written communication skills
advanced interpersonal and diplomacy skills
problem solving skills
decision making skills

Key responsibilities

Coordinating the compiling Regional Procurement Plan and ensure proper administration and coordination of approved Procurement Plan.
Ensure proper coordination of drafting terms of reference/specification.
Provide support to line function for the approved initiation of the procurement process.
Manage the nominations of suppliers of pre-approved panels for RFQ for all compliant user request within 3 working days of receipt.
Consolidate and submit the quarterly reports of procurement plan Execution.
Ensure that SCM prescripts, processes are complied with in line with the procurement strategy.
Determine whether specifications should contain any special conditions.
Coordinate Bid Specification Committees.
Ensure full administration of Bid Specification Committee.
Supervise and compile tender/quotation specifications as required.
Compile and publish request for quotations and bids as required.
Supervise employees to ensure an effective demand management service

Additional details

Grade: Provincial

How to apply

Applications for the position of Assistant Director: Demand Management must be emailed to: [email protected]

Email: [email protected]
Enquiries: Mr. TE Matiso
Telephone: (041) 408 2007

Applications for this vacancy have closed.