NRF SARAO – Supply Chain Management Intern

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRF-SARAO) is recruiting a Supply Chain Management Intern in Cape Town, Western Cape. The internship offers practical experience in supply chain management and procurement, with duties including bid administration, purchase orders, requests for quotation and contract administration.

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• Read this first: The position is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, and closes on 9 November 2026.
• Read this first: A comprehensive CV, a motivation letter explaining your suitability, and the names and contact details of at least three referees are requested.

At a glance

What you will do

• Assist with bid-related administrative activities.
• Assist with contract management and administration.
• Help issue purchase orders.
• Compile requests for quotation using the correct template.
• Assist with evaluation activities and communication with end users.
• Circulate evaluation reports for signing and approval.
• Identify suppliers with long-outstanding orders and follow up with them.

Skills and qualities to highlight

• Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Excel
• Verbal and written communication
• Problem analysis and solution management
• Time management, prioritisation and multitasking
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Organisation and teamwork
• Ability to work with management and staff at all levels
• Integrity, honesty and reliability

Minimum application requirements

• Hold an NQF Level 6 qualification in Supply Chain Management, Finance or a related field.
• Have Microsoft Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel; Outlook is also listed among the requested computer skills.
• Provide a comprehensive CV, a motivation letter explaining your suitability, and the names and contact details of at least three referees.
• Apply online through the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal by 9 November 2026.

Documents to prepare

• Comprehensive CV
• Motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position
• Names and contact details of at least three referees

About South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRF-SARAO)

The South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) is a National Facility managed by the National Research Foundation. SARAO manages South Africa's radio astronomy initiatives and facilities, including MeerKAT, and leads the country's involvement in the Square Kilometre Array; this internship supports supply chain management and procurement work within that organisation. Visit the official South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRF-SARAO) website.

Common application mistakes

• Do not submit a CV without a motivation letter explaining your suitability for the position.
• Include the names and contact details of at least three referees.
• Submit your application through the NRF recruitment portal; the position page directs applicants to apply online.

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How to apply

1. Prepare a comprehensive CV.
2. Write a motivation letter explaining your suitability for the Supply Chain Management Intern position.
3. Provide the names and contact details of at least three referees.
4. Open the NRF Recruitment and Selection Portal and follow its online application process.
5. Submit your application by 9 November 2026.

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Application closing date

Closing date: 9 November 2026