About US:

The National Information Technology Authority-Uganda (NITA-U) was established as a statutory body under the National Information Technology Authority, Uganda Act, 2009 as one of the key players in the Information and Communications Technology Sector. Its mandated is to coordinate, promote and monitor IT development within the context of national social and economic development, with a vision as “a facilitator of a knowledge-based, globally competitive Uganda where social transformation and economic development is supported through IT enabled services.”

Job Summary:

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring the procurement and disposal activities of National Information Technology Authority-Uganda in accordance with PPDA regulations and donor guidelines, particularly to ensure that adequate and quality goods, services and works are acquired competitively, transparently and economically.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the procurement and disposal functions of NITA-U in consultation with Procurement Manager in line with PPDA regulations and donor guidelines.
• In consultation with the user directorates and Procurement Manager prepare, review and adjust NITA-U procurement plans.
• Coordinate with the user departments in preparation of statement of requirements and offer the necessary advice.
• In consultation with user departments and Procurement Manager prepare bidding documents for acquisition of goods, works and services.
• Coordinate market surveys for trends in prices, potential suppliers, availability and quality of items and exploit potential savings in the procurement and disposal processes.
• Participate and provide procurement guidance during the evaluation of bids and supplier selection process, post qualification and contract negotiations.
• Prepare monthly reports and quarterly reports for management, Contracts Committee and PPDA.
• Provide procurement guidance in preparation of contracts and ensure that they are forwarded to Solicitor General (SG) and organise contract signing after SG’s clearance.
• Conduct regular performance appraisal of providers to ensure that contracts are performed to quality, timely and in the most cost effective manner.
• Develop and maintain NITA-U asset register in collaboration with the Finance department;

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal candidate for the NITA-U Procurement Specialist job placement should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Procurement/Purchasing and supplies management, Economics, Commerce, Business Administration or their equivalent from a recognized university;
• Full membership of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or Post graduate qualification in procurement and supply management.
• At least four (4) years proven working record gained while serving with a reputable public or private or donor funded organization in the area of procurement and disposal
• Demonstrable knowledge of PPDA regulations or donor funded projects guidelines.
• Interpersonal Skills (Presentation, communication, negotiation)
• Analytical skills, procurement procedures skills, negotiation skills, communication skills Demonstrable supervisory skills, record keeping skills, customer relations, and computer skills.

All candidates who meet the job requirements/specifications and with the right personal attributes are invited to complete and submit their application forms, download here,

with a cover letter, supported by curriculum vitae,

copies of certificates and testimonials,

and must specify day time telephone contact, postal and email addresses of both the applicant and three referees, to the address below.

The Executive Director,

National Information Technology

Authority – UGANDA (NITA-U),

Palm Courts, Plot 7A, Rotary Avenue (former Lugogo bypass)

P.O. Box 33151, Kampala-Uganda

Or via email: [email protected]

(application must not exceed 10MBs)

Applicants must also submit with their application verifiable evidence supporting previous relevant appointments such as appointment letters and employment contracts.

Closing Date : 6^th July 2020