JOBS: Procurement Officer needed at ACDI/VOCA

Job Title: Procurement Officer

ACDI/VOCA is implementing the USAID-funded PL 480 Title II Development Food Assistance Program entitled “Resiliency through Wealth, Agriculture, and Nutrition in Karamoja (RWANU).” The RWANU Program aims to reduce food insecurity among vulnerable rural populations in selected sub-counties of Amudat, Moroto, Napak and Nakapiripirit. The Program’s strategic objectives are (1) improved availability and access to food and (2) reduced malnutrition in pregnant and lactating mothers and children under five. The RWANU Program takes a preventive approach to reducing malnutrition, focusing on the first 1,000 days of life when conditional food rations will have the highest impact. RWANU promotes diversified livelihoods strategies including linkages to market opportunities to ensure long-term food security and resilience to food insecurity shocks.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain a database of suppliers and their terms and conditions of service.
Upon requisition of goods or services, call for quotations/ bids from suppliers.
The incumbent will be tasked to evaluate quotations/bids following ACDIA/OCA procurement procedures.
Make recommendations on procurement to the Senior Management on the procurement of goods and services.
Call for quotations for the provision of services by contractors and negotiate with service providers on the terms of reference.
Actively communicate with vendors and ensure that a harmonious relationship exists between them and ACDIA/OCA.
Work closely with service providers to ensure smooth provision of services to the program.
Work in liaison with the administration officer, ensure optimal supply of stationery, office equipment, furniture and other amenities for performance of program work.
Work closely with the Uganda Revenue Authority in respect to imports and with the USAID for tax exemption letters.
Respond to correspondences to the Program, of a routine nature as required by the supervisor and Chief of Party from time to time.
Ensure all invoices are submitted for payment on time.
Contribute to the quarterly operational report.
Perform any other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

The ideal candidate should preferably hold a university degree in Procurement & Logistics Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Management or Social Sciences. A Postgraduate diploma in Procurement and Logistics from a reputable institution will be an added advantage.
A minimum of five years working experience in Procurement with a similar organization.
Working knowledge of USAID procurement guidelines
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Good communication skills
Computer literacy with a good command of Word Processing and Spreadsheets
Good supervisory skills
Excellent interpersonal skills

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates who desire to work in the USAID RWANU Project should send their applications (only by e-mail) addressed to the Human Resources Manager attaching their application letters and CV to jobs@acdivocaug.biz

NB: Women are encouraged to apply as ACDI/ VOCA is an equal opportunity employer. Only those shortlisted for interviews will be contacted.

Deadline: 15^th May 2015