Job Advert Summary:
Rand Water invites applicants from suitably qualified and previously disadvantaged individuals to apply. The purpose of this qualification is to provide the learner with the required knowledge, practical skills and workplace-based experience to prepare the learner to operate as a Procurement Officer. A Procurement Officer coordinates the procurement and supply of goods and services, manages contracts and negotiations with suppliers, and monitors the implementation of procurement schedules.
Minimum Requirements:
- Applicants must not be employed.
- Applicants must not be enrolled with any institution for a qualification nor be registered in any Learnership Programme.
- Applicants must not be in possession of a completed post-matric qualification
(NB: Failure to disclose post-matric qualifications will result in applicant being disqualified)
- Applicants in possession of a post-matric qualification must not apply and will not be considered.
- Applicants must have a Matric (Grade 12) with Mathematics Literacy and English (minimum of Level 4 in ALL the subjects)
- Applicants must submit / attach SAQA / NLRD verification report (Obtainable from SAQA website)
- Applicants must be a South African citizen and be in possession of a valid SA ID.
- Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years of age (in line with the NSDSIII).
- For People with Disabilities (PWDS)
Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing should be able to provide their own interpreters at their own costs, since this is a learnership and they should be able to Hear and Communicate
oProof of disability (Doctor’s Certificate/report or signed ITRDD13 by a registered medical doctor) MUST accompany the application
The following COMPULSORY documents must accompany your application:
- A certified copy of the ID document
- Proof of residence
- Certified copy of Matric Certificate
- SAQA / NLRD verification report
- CV
Primary Duties:
- Develop and maintain implementation of operational schedules for procurement and supply
- Manage procurement and supply relationships and contracts
- Monitor and measure procurement and supply performance
Responsibilities during Learnership Programme:
- Attend classes as part of the learnership programme
- Participate in discussions and activities during class
- Complete assignments and projects as required
- Write assessments and complete practical logbook to evaluate knowledge and understanding
Knowledge
Rand Water Mandate and its contribution to the water sector.
Skills
Communication skills (verbal and written).
Attitude
Self-motivated and results – driven.
Policy:
In making the final selection, consideration will be given to achieving Rand Water’s Employment Equity Objectives.
OR
In evaluating prospective applicants and making the final selection, preference will be given to Females and/or People with Disability to give effect to Rand Water’s Employment Equity Objectives.
Should you not receive correspondence from Rand Water within 30 days from the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
Rand Water reserves the right not to make appointments to any of the advertised positions at any stage
The potential appointment to this position shall be subject to serving a MAXIMUM probation period of up to 12 months, based on a FLEXIBLE monthly probation evaluation process before confirmation of permanent employment in Rand Water.
Closing Date: 2025/06/09
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