Procurement Officer job at Makerere University

Vacancy title:
Procurement Officer

Jobs at:
Makerere University

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, September 14 2026

Duty Station:
Kampala | Kampala

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, August 31 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

Makerere University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for various academic, administrative, and support staff positions.

Responsibilities or duties

Provide technical advice and guidance to Sub-Contracts Committees and the Users

• Provide secretarial services to the Sub-Contracts Committees;
• Liaise with end-users and compiles all procurement requirements for the College/ Units;
• Guide suppliers on procurement procedures;
• Verify documentation relating to procurement and organize the documentation for easy use by all interested parties;
• Preparing periodic reports for the Contracts Committee and PPDA;
• Liaise with the Accounts to ensure availability of procurement funds and timely payments to suppliers/Consultants/ Contractors.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

• Masters’ Degree in Procurement or Purchasing, Supplies and Chain Management.
• A professional qualification in Procurement or Purchasing such as the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS).
• An Honors Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or Purchasing from a recognized institution.
• In depth knowledge of regulatory law;
• Leadership and supervisory skills;
• Ability to build, lead and work with teams;
• Computer literacy;
• Interpersonal and communication skills;
• Quick judgment and decision making;
• Ability to initiate change.

Experience needed

Minimum of three (3) years relevant working experience at Assistant Officer level.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Tenure of Appointment: 4-year contract

Age Limit: APPLICANTS SHOULD NOT EXCEED FIFTY FIVE (55) YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

Remuneration: PU6.2

NOTE THAT: APPLICANTS FOR ALL OTHER POSITIONS SHOULD NOT EXCEED 55 YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. MAKERERE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: postgraduate degree

Job application procedure

Detailed job profiles and the application link can be found at:

Click Here to Apply Now

All applications must be submitted electronically via the Makerere University Electronic Human Resource Management System through the above link (ehrms) Applicants will be required to provide the necessary information on the ehrms and attach the following documents:

• An application letter clearly stating the job applied for and duly signed by the applicant.
• An up-to-date curriculum vitae. The curriculum must also state the names and addresses of at least three referees.
• Copies of academic certificates and transcripts from recognized academic institutions.
• Applicants for academic positions are required to attach their phd and or masters theses
• A minimum of three recommendation letters duly signed by the referees.

The application should be addressed to:

The Chief Human Resource Officer

Makerere University

P.O. Box 7062 Kampala

Closing Date: 14th September 2026, 17:00 HRS E.Α.Τ

NOTE THAT: APPLICANTS FOR THE POSITION OF ASSISTANT LECTURER SHOULD NOT EXCEED 40 YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. APPLICANTS FOR THE POSITION OF ASSISTANT LECTURER SHOULD HAVE A CGPA OF 4.0 AND ABOVE EXCEPT FOR APPLICANTS IN THE DEPARTMENTS OF PSYCHIATRY WHO SHOULD HAVE A COPA OF 3.60 AND ABOVE. APPLICANTS FOR ALL OTHER POSITIONS SHOULD NOT EXCEED 55 YEARS OF AGE AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.