RAF Officer: Acquisition Management – Quotations

The Road Accident Fund (RAF) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of Officer: Acquisition Management – Quotations within the Finance Division. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting procurement and acquisition activities, including quotations, supplier management, purchasing arrangements and compliance with applicable supply chain management regulations.

The position is based in Centurion, Gauteng, and is offered on a permanent basis.

RAF Officer: Acquisition Management – Quotations

Reference Number: 7033
Division: Finance
Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Employment Type: Permanent
T.A.S.K Grade: 10
Salary: R434,656 per annum
Closing Date: 6 October 2026
Disability (EE Targeted Role): No

Purpose of the Job

The Officer: Acquisition Management – Quotations will report to the Senior Officer: Acquisition Management (Quotation).

The successful candidate will provide supply chain management support and solutions to business units while ensuring that goods, services and works are acquired in accordance with prescribed thresholds and applicable procurement processes.

The role also involves maintaining purchasing arrangements for the RAF, supporting business unit requirements and keeping stakeholders informed about relevant legislative developments within the supply chain management environment.

Key Responsibilities

Acquisition Management

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Receiving and verifying the validity of application requests.
• Compiling Request for Quotation (RFQ) documents.
• Issuing RFQs to suppliers.
• Managing responses received from suppliers.
• Conducting evaluations of RFQs.
• Creating and issuing purchase orders (POs).
• Handing RFQ documents over to contracts where required.
• Compiling Bid Adjudication Committee (BAC) submissions for deviations.
• Supporting research and negotiation of supplier prices and agreement terms.
• Reviewing and evaluating supplier bids to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Arranging Bid Evaluation Committee (BEC) meetings for complex RFQs.
• Communicating with suppliers and service providers to ensure orders are processed accurately and on time.
• Implementing acquisition management processes.

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Reporting

Duties will also include:

• Assisting with the preparation and submission of regulatory reports.
• Contributing to functional reporting systems for management, projects and performance reporting.

Stakeholder Management

The successful candidate will:

• Assist with enquiries and requests for information from internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist business units with their requirements in a timely manner.
• Provide alternative solutions where appropriate.
• Provide regular written feedback to customers until transactions are completed.

Records Management

The role includes:

• Archiving required documentation relating to individual purchase requisitions.
• Maintaining procurement records on the shared folder and relevant systems.

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• A Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Finance or a related qualification.
• At least 3 years’ relevant experience in an acquisition management environment, specifically dealing with quotations.
• Knowledge and understanding of procurement or supply chain management within State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) will be an added advantage.

Technical and Behavioural Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Planning, organising and coordinating skills.
• Personal mastery.
• Good judgement and decision-making ability.
• Ethics and values.
• Client service orientation.
• Knowledge of the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
• Knowledge of Treasury Regulations and other relevant regulations.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of ordering processes and supply chain management.
• Ability to work under pressure with limited supervision.

Salary

The advertised job posting salary is R434,656 per annum.

The RAF states that it offers Total Employment Cost packages, with no additional employer contributions. Successful candidates are required to structure their packages according to their individual needs.

Employment Equity and Additional Information

The Road Accident Fund subscribes to the principles of employment equity, and preference will be given to People with Disabilities.

Security vetting will be conducted on all prospective employees.

Applicants who hold foreign qualifications are responsible for having their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and providing proof of the evaluation.

Applicants who do not receive correspondence from the RAF within six weeks of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

Location and Closing Date

Location: Centurion, Gauteng
Closing Date: 6 October 2026

How to Apply

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should apply for the RAF Officer: Acquisition Management – Quotations, Reference Number 7033, through the official Road Accident Fund careers platform.

When applying, candidates should ensure that they meet the stated qualification and experience requirements and provide accurate information and supporting documentation as required by the RAF.