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Deputy Director: Logistical Support
Closes Monday 9 November 2026 at 15:45
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Deputy Director post managing logistical support and the LOGIS system at National Head Office. Suits a supervisor or manager with supply chain or logistics experience.
- Manage the LOGIS system, including its databases, security policies, information and training.
- Design, review and monitor policies, processes and procedures in line with departmental rules.
- Manage performance information, feedback on audit queries, and human resources, finance and assets.
- Must have a degree or national diploma in Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management or a relevant qualification.
- Must have 3-5 years' experience in a supervisory or management role at ASD level in a similar environment, and a valid driver's licence.
- Based at National Head Office, Directorate: Logistics. Reference HO 2026/11/35. Enquiries: Ms NS Khumalo or Ms TP Ngobeni, (012) 307 2174 or (012) 305 8589.
- The text gives no closing date. Appointment is under the Public Service Act.
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Requirements
- Degree/National Diploma in Logistics Management/Supply Chain Management or relevant qualification.
- 3-5 years’ experience in a supervisory/management at ASD level in a similar environment.
- Computer literacy.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Competencies And Attributes:
- Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Supply Chain Management Guide for Accounting Officers (Section 6), Logistical Information System Manual (LOGISM), DCS Strategic Plan (Key departmental objective A1), Public Service Regulations, HRM Policies/procedure and Skills Development Act, Act 97 of 1998.
- Analytical thinking.
- Applying technology and problem analysis.
- Ability to access and utilise information.
- Liaison (internal/external).
- Creativity, initiative and innovative.
- Financial management, problem solving, decision making and facilitation skills.
- Plan, organize, lead and control.
- Change management, project management, presentation, conflict management, training and communication skills.
Duties
- Manage and ensure integrity in operational databases of the LOGIS.
- Formulate electronic policy for LOGIS based on legislation.
- Managing security policies within the LOGIS application.
- Management of LOGIS training.
- Formulation, development, maintenance of and advise on training material for courses that support Logistical supply chain management.
- Monitor and evaluate Logistical supply chain management courses and material.
- Management of LOGIS information.
- Manage and provide support for the marketing of LOGIS.
- Manage the constant updating of the homepage of Logistics.
- Design, formulate and review policies, processes and procedures in line with departmental policies, guidelines and procedures and monitor the implementation thereof.
- Managing the evaluating/monitoring of LOGIS.
- Manage feedback on audit queries.
- Manage performance information.
- Management of human resources, finance and assets.
How to apply
should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.
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Enquiries
National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Notes from the department
Appointment under the Public Service Act.
As printed in Circular 38 of 2026 · page 21 · open the PDF (opens in new tab)
POST 38/28: DEPUTY DIRECTOR: LOGISTICAL SUPPORT REF NO: HO 2026/11/35 SALARY: R932 292 per annum, (all-inclusive package) CENTRE: National Head Office: Directorate: Logistics REQUIREMENTS: Degree/National Diploma in Logistics Management/Supply Chain Management or relevant qualification. 3-5 years’ experience in a supervisory/management at ASD level in a similar environment. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s license. Competencies And Attributes: Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Supply Chain Management Guide for Accounting Officers (Section 6), Logistical Information System Manual (LOGISM), DCS Strategic Plan (Key departmental objective A1), Public Service Regulations, HRM Policies/procedure and Skills Development Act, Act 97 of 1998. Analytical thinking. Applying technology and problem analysis. Ability to access and utilise information. Liaison (internal/external). Creativity, initiative and innovative. Financial management, problem solving, decision making and facilitation skills. Plan, organize, lead and control. Change management, project management, presentation, conflict management, training and communication skills. DUTIES: Manage and ensure integrity in operational databases of the LOGIS. Formulate electronic policy for LOGIS based on legislation. Managing security policies within the LOGIS application. Management of LOGIS training. Formulation, development, maintenance of and advise on training material for courses that support Logistical supply chain management. Monitor and evaluate Logistical supply chain management courses and material. Management of LOGIS information. Manage and provide support for the marketing of LOGIS. Manage the constant updating of the homepage of Logistics. Design, formulate and review policies, processes and procedures in line with departmental policies, guidelines and procedures and monitor the implementation thereof. Managing the evaluating/monitoring of LOGIS. Manage feedback on audit queries. Manage performance information. Management of human resources, finance and assets. ENQUIRIES: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589. NOTE: Appointment under the Public Service Act.