Deputy Director: Contracts and Performance Gauteng

BRIEF DESCRIPTION:-

The Deputy Director: Contracts and Performance will oversee contract administration, ensuring proper management and compliance with relevant legislation and policies. Key responsibilities include managing contracts, resolving disputes, and maintaining relationships with suppliers, as well as developing and implementing operational plans and processes. To be successful, the candidate must possess a degree in Supply Chain Management or Finance, at least five years of contract management experience, and in-depth knowledge of financial management principles.

**Job Title: Deputy Director: Contracts and Performance**

**Gauteng Department Of Infrastructure Development**

**Compensation Package:** The Deputy Director: Contracts and Performance will be offered a comprehensive compensation package of R 932 292.00 per annum, comprising a basic salary that accounts for 70% of the total package, and a flexible portion of 30% that can be structured in accordance with applicable rules. This package includes the state's contribution to the Government Employees Pension Fund, which amounts to 13% of the basic salary. Upon assuming duty, the successful candidate will be required to enter into a performance agreement within three months.

**Inquiries:** For further information regarding this position, please contact Ms. Sikelelwa Mboto at 076 521 4118.

**Key Requirements:** To be considered for this role, applicants must possess the following qualifications and experience:

• An undergraduate degree at NQF Level 7 in Supply Chain Management or Finance * A minimum of five years of contract management experience, with at least three years at an Advanced Senior Division (ASD) level * In-depth knowledge of financial management principles * Familiarity with the Competency Standards for Construction Procurement issued by the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) * Knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa (1996), the Construction Industry Development Board Act (2000), and the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) * Understanding of provincial and departmental supply chain management policies, as well as Treasury Regulations, Practice Notes, Instructions, and Circulars

**Essential Skills and Attributes:**

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills * Excellent teamwork, change management, and customer focus skills * Effective communication and technical design analysis knowledge * Proficiency in computer-aided technical applications and computer software * Knowledge of legal compliance and technical report writing * Ability to provide technical consulting and production services * Detail-oriented and a team player

**Responsibilities and Duties:**

The Deputy Director: Contracts and Performance will be responsible for:

• Managing, undertaking, and reviewing the monitoring, analysis, and determination of actions to ensure proper contract administration * Administering variations to contracts and evaluating applications for price adjustments and invoking penalty clauses * Evaluating applications for variations, amendments, and cancellations, and developing proposals for approval * Undertaking dispute resolution and ensuring that all documentation is prepared and available to resolve disputes * Maintaining a proper relationship with suppliers within the code of ethics to ensure timely delivery of goods and services * Coordinating, reviewing, and monitoring contract compliance to ensure that products and services are delivered as per the contract specifications * Maintaining discipline and ensuring that all documentation is up-to-date and available * Managing performance and development, undertaking human resource and administrative functions, and establishing and implementing efficient communication arrangements * Developing and managing the operational plan of the sub-directorate and reporting on progress as required * Establishing, implementing, and maintaining processes to ensure proper control of work and compiling and submitting required administrative reports * Serving on transverse task teams as required and rendering procurement and asset management services for the sub-directorate * Planning and allocating work, conducting quality control of work delivered by employees, and ensuring that all tasks are completed within the specified timelines.