Job Purpose:
• To coordinate, monitor and provide technical support in theimplementation of procurement and disposal of assets function for UCDA toensure value for money.

Key Result Areas
• Provide support in the preparation and implementation of procurement anddisposal of assets policies, plans and guidelines.
• Prepare draft bid documents, bid notices, statement of requirements andcontracts.
• Manage the issuance, receipt and opening of bids or expressions of interestsand proposals from potential bidders.
• Participate and guide Committees in the evaluation of bids for allprocurement requirements as per set guidelines.
• Prepare timely submissions for consideration by the Contracts Committeeand support the Unit in implementation of the decisions of the ContractsCommittee.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement files and records including allcorrespondences related to procurement or disposal activities, and ensurethat records are properly secured and confidential for future use.
• Support contracts management through monitoring contracts, progress,delivery schedules and pointing out any shortcomings to the HeadProcurement & Disposal Unit.
• Prepare procurement progress reports, monthly procurement reports andother reports as may be required by Management.
• Liaise with suppliers and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goodsand services.
• Oversee the management of procurement databases including theIntegrated Financial Management System (IFMS) and the GovernmentProcurement Portal (GPP).
• Perform any other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications And Experience:
The ideal candidate must have;
• First Class or Second Class (Upper) Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, orSupply Chain Management, or Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) / Bachelor ofBusiness Administration [BBA] with specialization in Procurement and Supply13Chain Management, or any other related University Degree from a recognizedUniversity or Institution.
• CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply from a recognized institution.
• Post graduate Diploma in Procurement from a recognized awarding institutionwill be an added advantage.
• Relevant working experience of at least of three (3) years in application ofPPDA guidelines gained at the level of Procurement Officer in Government oran equivalent level of experience in procurement from a reputableorganization.

Expected Personal Competences And Skills
Must have;
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of the PPDA procurement rules and guidelines.
• Concern for quality and standards
• Planning and organizing skills
• A high level of interpersonal and management skills and ability to work withteams in the organization