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• Offer technical support in the preparation
  and implementation of procurement and disposal of assets policies, plans
  and guidelines.
• Prepare draft bid documents, bid notices,
  statement of requirements and contracts.
• The incumbent will manage the issuance,
  receipt and opening of bids or expressions of interests and proposals from
  potential bidders.
• Actively participate and guide Committees
  in the evaluation of bids for all procurement requirements as per set
  guidelines.
• Prepare and submit timely submissions for
  consideration by the Contracts Committee and support the Unit in
  implementation of the decisions of the Contracts Committee.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement
  files and records including all correspondences related to procurement or
  disposal activities, and ensure that records are properly secured and
  confidential for future use.
• Support contracts management through
  monitoring contracts, progress, delivery schedules and pointing out any
  shortcomings to the Head Procurement & Disposal Unit.
• Prepare procurement progress reports,
  monthly procurement reports and other reports as may be required by
  Management.
• Work closely with suppliers and other
  stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Oversee the management of procurement
  databases including the Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS) and
  the Government Procurement Portal (GPP).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by
  Management.

• The ideal candidate should hold an Honors
  Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, or Supply Chain Management, or Bachelor
  of Commerce (BCOM) / Bachelor of Business Administration [BBA] with
  specialization in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, or any other
  related University Degree from a recognized awarding institution.
• Full professional qualification/membership
  of Procurement/Purchasing and Supply Chain Management (like CIPS, ISM)
  from a recognized awarding institution.
• At least five years’ experience gained at
  the level of Procurement Officer in Government or an equivalent level of
  experience in procurement from a reputable organization.
• Excellent oral and written communication
  skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the PPDA
  procurement rules and guidelines.
• Concern for quality and standards
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and management
  skills and ability to work with teams in the organization
• Fluent in English

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