Job
Title: Procurement Officer
Title: Procurement Officer
Organisation: Dwelling
Places (DP)
Places (DP)
Duty Station: All
over Uganda
over Uganda
Reports to: Operations
Officer
Officer
About US:
Dwelling Places (DP)
is a registered Christian Non Governmental Organization
is a registered Christian Non Governmental Organization
(NGO) which
specialises in the rescue, rehabilitation, reconciliation, resettlement and
follow-up of children living on the streets. The overall objective of DP is to
have a society where every child has a chest to rest their head on and a place
to call home.
specialises in the rescue, rehabilitation, reconciliation, resettlement and
follow-up of children living on the streets. The overall objective of DP is to
have a society where every child has a chest to rest their head on and a place
to call home.
Job Summary: The Procurement Officer plays an important
role within Delling Places. This position ensures that Delling Places is making
wise purchases of goods or services to improve beneficiary livelihoods. The
procurement and logistics officer will be responsible for implementing all
procurement and logistics activities including acquisition of goods and
services and will also be responsible and accountable for managing and delivering
quality logistic services and goods for the organization in a timely manner,
within budget and policy.
role within Delling Places. This position ensures that Delling Places is making
wise purchases of goods or services to improve beneficiary livelihoods. The
procurement and logistics officer will be responsible for implementing all
procurement and logistics activities including acquisition of goods and
services and will also be responsible and accountable for managing and delivering
quality logistic services and goods for the organization in a timely manner,
within budget and policy.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for
purchases - Maintain accurate records of purchases and pricing
- Create and maintain good relationships with vendors/suppliers
- Making professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Maintain records of purchases, pricing, and other important data
- Review and analyze all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
- Develops plans for purchasing equipment, services and supplies
- Negotiate pricing and supply contracts for better deals
- Ensure that the products and supplies are of high quality
- Create and maintain inventory of all incoming and current supplies
- Maintain and update list of suppliers and their qualifications,
delivery times, and potential future development - Develop procurement policies and procedures in accordance with
international standards; - Work with the program, planning and evaluation teams to develop a
procurement pipeline based on program designs - Perform other duties as requested by management
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the job placement should hold a Bachelor’s
degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration
or related field. - At least two years of experience as a procurement officer or related
position. - Solid knowledge and understanding of procurement processes,
policies, and systems. - High level of integrity and confidentiality
- Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite Ability
to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions - Ability to negotiate, establish, and administer contracts
- Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Organized and detail oriented
- Able to build relationships and work effectively within teams;
- Able to travel 20% of the time to Dwelling Places field operations;
How to Apply:
All suitably
qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send the following;
qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to send the following;
- A handwritten application letter with
and updated CV with academic qualifications - A pastor’s letter, LC1 Letter and letter
of recommendation from previous employer - Two passport size photos
Deliver your applications
to: Dwelling Places Head Office – Off Nalukolongo Masaka road near Mutundwe
Police Station between 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday or email to:
[email protected] or call 0312-513701
to: Dwelling Places Head Office – Off Nalukolongo Masaka road near Mutundwe
Police Station between 8:30 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Friday or email to:
[email protected] or call 0312-513701
Deadline: 31st August 2018
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