Procurement Specialist job at Makerere University

Background

Makerere University has received funding from the Governments of Uganda and South Korea to implement the Improvement of Makerere University Project. Makerere University invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the various project staff positions.

Responsibilities

Role: Manage the project procurement and disposal processes

• Implement the project procurement plan.
• Ensure adequate publicity for business opportunities through the preparation, publication, and periodic updating (when applicable) of general procurement notices.
• Review project Bidding Documents and ensure compliance with EDCF and PPDA guidelines.
• Solicit requests for consultancies, goods, and works.
• Participate in the evaluation of bids.
• Assist in the preparation of draft and final Bid Evaluation Reports and contracts for goods, works, consultancy, training provision, and non-consulting services procured.
• Support the preparation of documentation required to certify progress, conclusion, or acceptance of goods, works, consulting and non-consulting services, and training.
• Organize the acceptance of the goods’ customs clearance and ensure the secure delivery of the goods to the appropriate final destinations.
• Establish and maintain complete and accurate procurement records, including all actions and documents, for review by stakeholders, the Project Steering Committee, and supervisory missions.
• Keep procurement documents and records.
• Submit timely reports to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• A master’s degree in procurement and supply chain.
• An honors bachelor’s degree in procurement and supply chain.

Other Requirements

• Should be a member of CIPS.

Experience

At least eight (8) years’ experience in a procurement role, three of which should be at the level of Principal Officer or equivalent at a reputable organization.

Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory Laws, Policies & Practices in Public Procurement;
• Excellent understanding of public procurement regulations and processes.
• Contract management experience;
• Honesty and integrity;
• Computer literacy;
• Interpersonal & communication skills.

Additional Notes

Applicants must be Ugandans.

Applicants for all positions must not exceed 55 years of age at the time of application.

Academic qualifications must be from recognized academic institutions.

Makerere University is an equal opportunities employer.

Remuneration shall be competitive based on the project’s approved funding.

Terms of employment will be on a contract basis of 2 years.

• Implement the project procurement plan.
• Ensure adequate publicity for business opportunities through the preparation, publication, and periodic updating (when applicable) of general procurement notices.
• Review project Bidding Documents and ensure compliance with EDCF and PPDA guidelines.
• Solicit requests for consultancies, goods, and works.
• Participate in the evaluation of bids.
• Assist in the preparation of draft and final Bid Evaluation Reports and contracts for goods, works, consultancy, training provision, and non-consulting services procured.
• Support the preparation of documentation required to certify progress, conclusion, or acceptance of goods, works, consulting and non-consulting services, and training.
• Organize the acceptance of the goods’ customs clearance and ensure the secure delivery of the goods to the appropriate final destinations.
• Establish and maintain complete and accurate procurement records, including all actions and documents, for review by stakeholders, the Project Steering Committee, and supervisory missions.
• Keep procurement documents and records.
• Submit timely reports to the supervisor.

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory Laws, Policies & Practices in Public Procurement;
• Excellent understanding of public procurement regulations and processes.
• Contract management experience;
• Honesty and integrity;
• Computer literacy;
• Interpersonal & communication skills.

• A master’s degree in procurement and supply chain.
• An honors bachelor’s degree in procurement and supply chain.
• Should be a member of CIPS.