Friday , March 29 2024

Legal Jobs South Africa – Contract Supervisor

Website Legal Aid

Job Description:

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 13 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employment Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Manage the contract’s intent, compliance, keep track of delivery and performance.
  • Manage the contract risk and escalate risks and issues as required.
  • Negotiate, administer, extend, terminate and renegotiate contracts with suppliers.
  • Keep track of changes and updates to contract documentation.
  • Analyse price proposals, final reports and other data to determine the reasonability of price.
  • Ensure that the Legal Services division is consulted regarding contractual non-performance.
  • Ensure that all contracted commitments and critical deliverables are met.
  • Engage Legal Services regarding compliance occurring in performance contracts.
  • Compile and draft Service Level Agreements (SLAs) in engagement with users and Corporate Legal.
  • Maintain and keep the contract list complete and accurate.
  • Ensure that expired contracts do not continue running without written approval.
  • Manage changes (additions, modifications and deletions) to the contract with suppliers and business units.
  • Maintain the procurement plan list and ensure annual targets are achieved.
  • Provide reports relating to contracts to various committees.
  • Evaluate and monitor contract performance to determine the necessity for amendments or extensions of contracts and compliance with contractual obligations.
  • Ensure that contracts are in place for all relevant services.
  • Ensure that SLAs are in place for all contracted services.
  • Facilitation and formulation of Special Conditions of the contract for inclusion in bids.

Job Requirements:

  • Presentation skills (verbal and written skills) and good communication skills.
  • Assertiveness.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Efficient and accurate with attention to detail.
  • Negotiations.
  • Planning and organising skills.
  • Project management skills and knowledge to analyse and interpret laws and regulations that govern procurement is highly required.
  • Basic knowledge of accounting.
  • Organisation and administration skills; quick and innovative thinking.
  • Problem solving and analysis.
  • Financial management skills.
  • Integrity and the ability to deal with confidential information are essential.

Qualification & Experience:

  • Ability to initiate processes for the benefit of Legal Aid SA.
  • Ability to communicate at any level of the organisation.
  • A minimum of 4-5 years experience in a public service procurement environment, of which 1 year should directly be in Contract Management.
  • Knowledge and understanding of PFMA Act, PPPFA Act and B-BBE Act.
  • Experience in strategic and business planning and monitoring and reporting.
  • A sophisticated collaborative style is advantageous.
  • Experience that would assist the incumbent in driving a service excellent mindset.
  • Three-year Degree/National Diploma in Supply Chain Management or related or relevant.
  • Knowledge of dealing with Treasury regulations and requirements.
  • Client service orientation.

Job Details:

Company: Legal Aid

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Braamfontein, JHB, South Africa

Application Deadline: N/A

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