DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Assistant Officer, Procurement may be required to:
· Collect data for the formulation of policies.
· Implement programmes and activities of the Unit.
· Collect data for the development of procurement manuals and procedures for the Authority.
· Collect data for the development, maintain and update of the database of Suppliers, Contractors, Service Providers as well as the procurement activities of the Authority.
· Conduct market surveys to identify sources of supply.
· Collect data for the preparation of the annual Procurement Plan of the Authority.
· Prepare notices and other related tender documentation in line with the procurement plan.
· Prepare contract notices to successful and unsuccessful tenderers.
· Facilitate the effective management of the procurement processes.
· Collect data for the preparation of the annual budget and work plan of the Unit.
· Collect data for the preparation of the annual and other periodic reports of the Unit.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
IN-SERVICE ENTRY
By conversion/upgrading of an Officer below the grade of an Assistant Officer, who acquires a relevant Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement or any other related discipline from an accredited tertiary institution, subject to the following:
· Availability of vacancy on the grade of Assistant Officer, Procurement
· Must have satisfactory staff appraisal reports
Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority in collaboration with Public Services Commission.
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS
· High Integrity and good ethical standards
· Analytical skills
· Knowledge in Procurement laws and regulations
· Knowledge in Procurement management processes
· Communication and interpersonal skills
· Knowledge in relevant Information Technology (IT) applications
· Critical thinking and innovation.
· Understanding of the National Identification System