Procurement Officer - SB Group

JOB TITLE: PROCUREMENT OFFICER

DIVISION: GENERAL SERVICES

DIRECTORATE: ADMINISTRATION

UNIT: PROCUREMENT

REPORTS TO : SENIOR PROCUREMENT OFFICER

SUPERVISES : ASSISTANT PROCUREMENT OFFICER

CHIEF PROCUREMENT ASSISTANT

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide technical and operational support for the efficient and effective performance of Procurement functions of the Agency

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Collect data for the formulation of policies
2. Implement and monitor Programmes and activities of the Unit
3. Collate data for the development of procurement manuals and procedures for the Agency
4. Collate data for the development, maintain and update of the database of Suppliers, Contractors, Service Providers as well as the procurement activities of the Agency
5. Conduct market surveys to identify sources of supply
6. Collate data for the preparation of the annual Procurement Plan of the Agency
7. Prepare notices and other related tender documentation in line with the procurement plan
8. Prepare contract notices to successful and unsuccessful tenderers

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

DIRECT ENTRY

1. A minimum of Master’s Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or any other related disciplines from an accredited tertiary institution
2. Must be a member of a relevant and recognized Professional Body
3. A minimum of one (1) year post relevant working experience in a reputable Organisation
4. Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Agency in collaboration with Public Services Commission

CAREER PROGRESSION

By promotion to the grade of Senior Procurement Officer, subject to the following:

1. Availability of vacancy on the grade of Senior Procurement Officer
2. A minimum of three (3) years on the grade Procurement Officer
3. Must have satisfactory Staff Performance Appraisal Reports
4. Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Agency in collaboration with Public Services Commission

COMPETENCIES

1. Communication and interpersonal skills
2. Good Knowledge in relevant Information Technology (IT) applications
3. Negotiation, lobbying and conflict management skills
4. Good knowledge in projects and programmes management
5. Good knowledge in Public Administration
6. Capacity to inspire and motivate
7. Good knowledge in financial management laws and regulations
8. Good knowledge in labour laws and regulations
9. Knowledge in relevant Information Technology (IT) applications
10. Critical thinking and innovation

TRAINING

1. Continuous professional development
2. Public Administration
3. Relevant I. T applications

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should submit their CVs to: sbgroupsgh@gmail.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.