Procurement Officer job opportunity at Nkumba University

Job Title:  Procurement Officer

Nkumba University is a private chartered University (Legal Notice No. 3 of 2007). The University is strengthening its management and administrative systems to enhance both policy initiation and implementation through recruitment of highly qualified and committed individuals.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Initiate, develop and implement the procurement policies and procedures.
• Work closely with and ensure effective communication with end user departments and collate their procurement requirements.
• Responsible for the development and implementation of the annual procurement plan.
• Prepare the budget for the procurement function.
• Compile and produce periodical procurement reports.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with the procurement policies and regulations.
• Offer technical support to the Tender/Contracts Committee of the University.
• Advise the University on the procurement of capital items.
• Oversee the Human Resources in the Procurement Unit.
• Develop and update service providers’ database.
• Work closely with suppliers and stakeholders and ensure timely delivery of procured goods and services.
• Liaise with the Finance Department to ensure availability of procurement funds and timely payment to suppliers.
• Attend to inquiries from bidders and suppliers.
• Collaborate with user departments by providing feedback on the status of their procurement requisitions.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 

• The applicant should preferably hold a good Master’s degree in Procurement and Logistics Management or any other related field from a recognized University/ Institution.
• Professional qualification in procurement and supplies management, such as Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or International Supplies Management (ISM) will be an added advantage.
• A minimum of three years’ administrative/managerial experience in procurement related work
• Working in an appropriate IT environment.
• Integrity & Leadership skills.
• Creativity & innovativeness.
• Good financial management knowledge and skills.
• Skills and knowledge of procurement frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and report writing skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

How to Apply for the job: 

All candidates should send their applications EITHER by e-mail OR hand delivery to the address below. Please endeavor to attach the 8 copies of the following:

• Duly filled application form, Download Here
• Detailed curriculum vitae.
• Copies of certified certificates and transcripts.
• Three sealed letters of reference.

Send to:

The University Secretary

Nkumba University

P.O. Box 237

Entebbe, Uganda

E-mail to: us@nkumbauni.ac.ug

Deadline: 31st October 2014 by 5:00 p.m