WCG DoTP APP 2023/2024

discounts. The thinking behind the lengthening of contract periods is to lessen the need for regular bid processing and to provide more time for line managers to conduct their line functions. From a risk perspective, the Department will be beefing up its contract management capabilities. In addition, there is a focus on enhancing our workforce capabilities via our Financial Management Capacitation Plan as we continue our commitment to transforming our organisational culture, with a strong commitment to integrity, ethical values, and the rule of law; managing our risks and performance through robust internal control and strong public financial management; and implementing good practices in transparency and reporting to deliver effective accountability. SCM aims to continue with the implementation of its financial capacitation plan, which is curated to build, improve, and maintain the financial management capability of the Department. The process includes proactive initiatives and training to prevent irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure. A key driver within the SCM environment is the exploitation of technology to increase and encourage innovation, aimed at improving service delivery to our clients and simplifying processes. SCM projects currently in progress: 1. Requisition Tracker – Electronic capturing and approval of procurement requirements (Implementation Phase).

2. GG Trip Authority Application – Electronic capturing and approval for the use of a GG vehicle.

3. Travel Application (VA26) - Electronic capturing and approval of flights, accommodation, car hire, etc.

4. Asset Movement Application – Electronic capturing and approval of asset movements.

5. Automation of Contract Register – Develop an integrated contract system.

There is also a linkage with the 2020/25 Medium-term Strategic Framework as it relates to reduction of fruitless and wasteful expenditure in the public service, and obtaining a positive audit outcome.

7.1.2.

Sub-programme purpose

The programme provides for the following functions to be delivered:

Sub-programme 1.1:

Programme support: To provide administrative support to the

management of this programme.

Sub-programme 1.2: Office of the Premier: To provide operational support to the Premier. Operational support largely entails office administration, correspondence management, media liaison, parliamentary support, diary management and a reception service, as well as a household support service at the official residence. Most of the positions in this Sub-programme are filled on a contract basis, as they are linked to the Premier’s term of office. Provision is also made for the appointment of special advisors in accordance with the Ministerial Handbook. Sub-programme 1.3: Executive Council Support: To manage the provision of secretariat, logistical and decision support services to the Cabinet, the Premier’s intergovernmental relations forums, the provincial top management and the Department of the Premier’s executive committee. The Sub-programme further deals with provincial protocol matters and administers the provincial honours. Sub-programme 1.4: Departmental Strategy: To provide strategic management, coordination and governance support services by facilitating the departmental strategic management processes, and the safety and security arrangements for the department.

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