Job Title: Procurement Officer
Organisation: Rakai Health Sciences Program (RHSP)
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Procurement Manager
About RHSP:
Rakai
Health Sciences Program is a collaborative Bio-medical research and service
delivery organization. It strives to improve the quality of life of the local
population through a combination of community based research, curative services
and prevention strategies in the District of Rakai, South Western Uganda. It is
based at the Uganda Virus Research Institute – Entebbe and Kalisizo in Rakai
District.
Health Sciences Program is a collaborative Bio-medical research and service
delivery organization. It strives to improve the quality of life of the local
population through a combination of community based research, curative services
and prevention strategies in the District of Rakai, South Western Uganda. It is
based at the Uganda Virus Research Institute – Entebbe and Kalisizo in Rakai
District.
Job Summary: The Procurement Officer will provide procurement
support services in all RHSP procurement functions in accordance with RHSP
procurement guidelines and procedures
support services in all RHSP procurement functions in accordance with RHSP
procurement guidelines and procedures
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Regularly check and prepare specifications,
terms of reference & statement of requirements in liaison with user
departments. - In charge of preparing and issuing Request
for quotations or Request for Proposal - Carry out evaluation of bids and make
appropriate recommendations - Work closely with service providers on
procurement matters - Ensure safe custody of all procurement
records - Prepare submissions for the procurement
committee - Prepare Purchase orders and agreements for the
respective service providers - Ensure timely delivery of goods and services
- Work with the RHSP managers and staff as part
of an effective and collegial team to achieve RHSP goals/objectives - Ensure timely payment of suppliers.
- Perform any other assignments as may be
allocated by the supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate should hold a University
degree in Procurement & Supply chain management, Procurement &
Logistics Management, Business Administration – Procurement or any other j
related field. - A minimum of two years’ experience in procurement
and supply chain management in a busy reputable organization. - Possess excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication
skills - Good problem solving skills.
- Ability to work in a busy environment and
under minimum supervision. - Computer skills in Navision will be an added
advantage. - Ability to negotiate Procurement terms and
conditions. - Working knowledge of Procurement procedures.
- Proficiency in the use of computers
especially Excel spreadsheets, inventory, word-processing packages and
e-mail. - Ability to use judgment and initiative in the
course of executing responsibilities. - Ability to make decisions in accordance with
established policies and procedures. - Ability to communicate with employees,
vendors, and RHSP contacts in a courteous and professional manner. - Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Age: Between 25 – 44 years
How to Apply:
All
suitably qualified and interested applicants should send their application
letter, valid academic documents and detailed resume (CV) with three
recognizable referees to:
suitably qualified and interested applicants should send their application
letter, valid academic documents and detailed resume (CV) with three
recognizable referees to:
The
Human Resource Manager,
Human Resource Manager,
Rakai
Health Sciences Program,
Health Sciences Program,
P.O.
Box 279, Kalisizo, Rakai, Uganda
Box 279, Kalisizo, Rakai, Uganda
OR
Send
by E-mail to: [email protected]
by E-mail to: [email protected]
Deadline: 27th June 2016
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