SCM Clerk: Acquisition & Contract at Western Cape Government

The Department of the Premier within the Western Cape Government is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented individual to fill the post of Supply Chain Management Clerk specialising in Acquisition and Contract Management in Cape Town. In this pivotal administrative role, you will be responsible for executing essential clerical duties that ensure public procurement operates with transparency, efficiency, and full compliance with provincial and national legislative prescripts.

Key Performance Areas

• Render acquisition clerical support by assisting with the administrative processing of quotations, bidding documentation, and procurement requisitions.
• Render demand and asset management clerical support, ensuring inventory records and departmental demand plans are kept accurate and up to date.
• Render logistical support services, tracking deliveries, processing order forms, and liaising with vendors to confirm timely service delivery.
• Maintain and capture data systematically on internal government databases and procurement systems while compiling routine statistical reports.
• Provide comprehensive document management, ensuring contract files, purchase orders, and supplier communication records are securely archived and easily auditable.

Why Join the Company

Working for the Department of the Premier in the Western Cape Government places you at the nerve centre of provincial administration. Employees benefit from stable permanent public sector employment, structured career advancement pathways, and ongoing professional development in public financial management. In addition to a competitive annual package at Salary Level 5, qualifying employees receive valuable state service benefits, including medical assistance subsidies, housing allowances, and pension-fund contributions.

Application Strategy (Exclusive)

• Emphasise Public Procurement Understanding: In your CV, highlight any prior exposure to procurement, finance administration, or knowledge of basic Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) guidelines.
• Showcase Data Accuracy & Numerical Skills: Detail your practical experience with spreadsheet management, data capturing, and clerical accuracy, as procurement roles heavily scrutinise attention to detail.
• Address Pre-Entry Assessments: Tailor your profile to reflect strong ethical grounding and computer literacy to excel during the required practical exercise and integrity assessment phases.

Interview Preparation

Candidates shortlisted for this position should prepare to answer questions assessing both technical awareness and personal integrity, such as:

• Can you explain the key clerical steps required to evaluate quotations and ensure fairness when processing procurement requests?
• How do you maintain precision and confidentiality when handling sensitive contract documents and supplier submissions under tight deadlines?

You can effectively practice your responses and build your confidence ahead of time using the YouthNextStep Interview Simulator.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online through the official Western Cape Government e-Recruit portal. Please ensure your online profile and documentation are complete before the closing date of 2026-11-09. Reference: WCG261007-2 (Tracking No: DOTP 112/2026). For enquiries regarding the post, contact Ms. J Waterloo at (021) 483 9097.

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Basic understanding of supply chain duties, data capturing, computer operations, and statistical collection.
• Knowledge of work procedures and legislative frameworks governing the Public Service.
• Strong computer literacy, numeracy, language, and record-keeping skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities along with strong interpersonal relations and teamwork.
• Ability to plan, organise tasks, and maintain high standards of ethical conduct.