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Job Title:  Manager Procurement

Organisation: Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)

Duty Station:  Bugolobi, Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Head Procurement & Disposal

About Organisation:

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is a statutory body established under the Communications Act 2013 to regulate Telecommunications, Broadcasting and Postal sub-sectors. In carrying out its mandate and mission of driving the development of a robust communications sector in the country.

Job Summary:  The Manager Procurement will spearhead the procurement operations within the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC), championing best practices and ensuring optimal value for money in the acquisition of goods, works, and services. This role is instrumental in steering the procurement processes towards efficiency, compliance, and strategic alignment with the Commission’s objectives.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collate user department procurement plans and undertake the preparation of the annual procurement plan, guiding and monitoring procurement and disposal cycle process activities to expedite processes.
• Coordinate the entire procurement cycle, from planning through to disposal, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant with PPDA guidelines, and aligned with the Commission’s goals for value for money.
• Support and coordinate the efforts of user departments and contract managers for efficient contract management, including reviewing procurement files for quality assurance.
• Facilitate periodic reporting to management & other stakeholders on procurement activities and identify tools and technologies for process improvement in liaison with IT.
• Embed the principle of value for money across all procurement activities, ensuring decisions are made with a focus on achieving the best balance of quality, cost, and sustainability.
• Identify procurement training needs for the procurement team and follow up to minimise identified procurement risks and rectify issues identified by previous audits.
• Follow up on identified procurement risks from audits and ensure that identified procurement risks are minimised and rectified to ensure efficient procurement.
• Manage the performance and development of subordinate staff in line with the Commission Human Resources Policy and Procedures Manual.
• Maintain flexibility to accommodate any other duties that may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time.

Key Performance Indicators

• Compliance with all UCC’s procurements to the PPDA guidelines and procedures.
• Timely and accurate approved annual procurement master plan.
• Timely and accurate board papers and bid process.
• Timely and efficient sourcing of supplies, services and works.
• Overall cost reduction and efficiency improvement strategies
• Reduction of lead times and improvement in overall efficiency.
• Identification and mitigation of risks in the procurement process.
• Efficient management of contracts throughout their lifecycle.
• Optimisation and improvement of the disposal process for assets.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Master’s degree in business studies, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Membership in a relevant professional body.
• Working Experience: Minimum of six (6) years experience in a regulatory environment, with two (2) in a managerial position under a similar corporate setting.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Technical

• Proficiency in PPDA Act and regulations.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Effective negotiation abilities.
• Competence in utilising ICTs and digital ERPs.

Behavioural

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Integrity and ethical conduct.

How to Apply:

All candidates should complete the online application form and upload their CV, cover letter and relevant certificates at the link below. The CV must include 3 referees including their email address and telephone number.

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Deadline: 22nd July 2024 by 5:00pm

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. UCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

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