Procurement Officer

Terms of employment.

The assignment shall be for a period of two years’ subject to a probation period of six months, and may be renewable subject to satisfactory performance.

Job purpose

Effective delivery of procurement services to the project.

Key functions

• Assistance with the preparation of requests for quotation, initiations to bid, requests for proposal and coordination of their timely dispatch.
• Assist the procurement officer in maintaining current up to date procurement documents and manuals.
• Assist in developing and implementation of the joint program procurement plan and identifying procurement related priorities.
• Assist with the coordination with the selected bidder to ensure completion of administrative processes including bid security, contract award notice and that contract documents are distributed accordingly.
• Assist with managing the administrative process throughout the duration of the preparation of all the documentation until the award of the contract.
• Maintain appropriated records to ensure that procurement process, decision, and contractual agreement is accurately documented for accountability and audit purpose.
• Ensure regular update of a database of contract documentation, terms of references, list of suppliers of goods and services.
• Perform other related field as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

An honours Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Logistics Management or a related field and CIPS.

Experience

At least one (1) year of work experience in the field of project administration with emphasis on procurement and contracting management. Relevant work experience with World Bank and/or other international development organizations is an added advantage.

All applications must be accompanied with recent (3) passport size photographs and CVs detailing work experience, current remuneration, professional and educational qualifications. Applicants must also include contact details (telephone and email) of three (3) referees.

Applications should be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Water and Environment, Old Port Bell Road, Luzira P.O Box, 20026, Kampala and should be delivered to the Ministry Headquarter not later than Wednesday 31st July, 2024 or sent by email to [email protected]