Job Title: Procurement Officer (3 Positions)
Organisation: Office of the Prime Minister
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) of Uganda is the central government ministry responsible for coordinating, monitoring, and implementing government policies, programs, and projects across all Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
Job Summary: To provide support for timely implementation of procurement processes in accordance with the procurement plan; to ensure timely acquisition of goods, works and services essential for project implementation and operations; to assist the Procurement Specialist in the supervision of community procurements in local governments; and to provide hands-on support to the entities to ensure efficient and effective procurement is achieved.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the Procurement Specialist in the Coordination Function for all procurement activities under the project.
- Ensure that the procurement and selection of Consultants guidelines of World Bank are observed and adhered to at all stages of procurement.
- Participate in Evaluation exercises (Expression of Interest, Quotations, Bids and Proposals) and ensuring adherence to procedures and guidelines.
- Verify and make available documentation relating to procurement activities of the project.
- Support the development, preparation and update of the Procurement Plan of the project and monitor their implementation.
- Provide timely technical advice on procurement to project stakeholders.
- Support contract management through monitoring orders of supplies, goods and works, progress and delivery schedules.
- Prepare procurement progress reports, procurement monthly reports and procurement quarterly reports.
- Support the Project Independent Procurement Audit and ensure that issues from procurement audits are communicated to all stakeholders and addressed.
- Maintain complete procurement files and records including all correspondence related to procurement activities.
- Assist in organising pre-bid or pre-proposal meetings and negotiation meetings.
- Participate in preparation of draft contract agreements for the Contracts Committee.
- Assist the Procurement Specialist in preparation of specific procurement notices/
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- An Honours Bachelor’s Degree from a reputable University in Procurement/Supply Chain/Logistics Management. Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Entrepreneurship or other related field.
- Full qualification of CIPS/CILT is required.
- A minimum of 6 years of professional experience in procurement management with government or externally funded projects, development partners, multilateral or international organisations.
- Professional experience working on large public/private sector projects and at least 3 years working with World Bank-funded projects.
- Working knowledge of the PPDA procurement regulations and procedures.
- Proven integrity and confidentiality in handling public resources and in managing public procurement.
- Excellent Computer Skills (Microsoft Excel. Word and PowerPoint applications and any other application used in the Procurement Function).
- Ability to work with minimum supervision.
- High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
How to Apply:
Applications should be accompanied by:
A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
Copies of certificates (academic and professional) and testimonials.
A copy of identification documents.
Proof of relevant work experience (MUST be attached).
At least three (3) competent referees, one of whom must be a current or previous employer. The closing date for applications is 12th June 2026 at 5:00 PM.
All applications should be signed and addressed to:
The Permanent Secretary
Office of the Prime Minister Plot 9-11, Apollo Kaggwa Road P.O. Box 341, Kampala, UGANDA Hard copies should be hand-delivered to the Security Registry (Floor 6), Office of the Prime Minister Building.
Deadline: 12th June 2026
Deadline: 12th June 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 72