Qualifications:
• A good Bachelor’s degree (2:1) in Procurement and supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a closely related and relevant discipline from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning.
• A professional qualification in Procurement and Supply Chain Management at level II e.g. CIPS is an added advantage.
• A good Postgraduate qualification in Procurement and supply Chain Management, or a closely related and relevant discipline from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning is an added advantage.
• Proven knowledge of Public Procurement & Disposal Laws and Regulations of Uganda is essential.
• Should have at least three years’ work experience in a procurement position at the level of Procurement Assistant or above in a reputable organization
• Experience working in an institution of higher learning in a similar role shall be an added advantage.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Must be a committed and practicing Christian.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
• To obtain for and supply the University with goods and services of the optimum quality and quantity at the time they are required.
• To maintain the highest standards of impartiality and probity in procurement activities.
• To develop awareness of the importance of obtaining value for money at all levels of procurement activities
• Provide staff with relevant and up-to-date information and advice on current procurement activities.
• Establish and promote techniques for evaluating and improving procurement performance.
• To manage all stocks efficiently so as to provide the highest service level to users at all times.
• To nominate Evaluation and Contracts committees, seek approval of management and take the lead in evaluating bids for micro and macro procurements.
• Referencing, verifying and managing procurement documentation.
• Liaising with accounts to facilitate timely payment to suppliers.
• Verifying and organizing documentation relating to procurement for use by interested parties.
• Preparing draft bid documents and procurement plan.
• To prepare the Best evaluated bidder notices and the Contracts Committee decision.
• To prepare and issue the local purchase orders (LPOs) and/or contracts after approval of the Evaluation Reports by the Sub- Contracts Committee.
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Management from time to time.
• Send two (2) copies of an application letter together with an updated Curriculum Vitae and three references (Academic, Pastoral & Leadership) • Two (2) copies of Certified academic certificates and transcripts from a recognized institution of higher learning • Applications sent online should have all the attachments as ONE PDF document otherwise they will not be considered. Send your application via email: jobs@ucu.ac.ug or deliver it physically to:
The Director, Human Resource & Administration
Uganda Christian University
Pilkington Building
P.O. Box 4, Mukono