DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Deputy Director, Procurement shall:

·        Provide inputs for the formulation of policies.

·        Oversee the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes and activities of the Unit.

·        Ensure the efficient and effective management of the human, material and financial resources of the Unit.

·        Ensure the development of procurement manuals and procedures for the Authority.

·        Ensure the development, maintenance and update of the database of Suppliers, Contractors and Service Providers as well as the procurement activities of the Authority.

·        Ensure the preparation of the annual Procurement Plan of the Authority.

·        Oversee the efficient and effective management of procurement processes.

·        Serve as the secretary to the Entity Tender Committee of the Authority.

·        Ensure the submission of annual and other periodic reports of the procurement functions to the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) through the Head of Entity.

·        Oversee the management of stores and disposal of assets in accordance with laid down procedures and regulations.

·        Ensure the preparation of the annual budget and work plan of the Unit.

·        Ensure the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit.

·        Oversee the implementation of the Performance Management System within the Unit.

·        Supervise and appraise the performance of subordinate staff.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

IN-SERVICE ENTRY

·        Availability of vacancy on the grade of Deputy Director, Procurement.

·        A minimum of three (3) years on the grade of Principal Officer, Procurement.

·        Must have satisfactory Staff Performance Appraisal Reports.

Must pass a selection interview conducted by the Authority, in collaboration with the Public Services Commission.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

   The successful applicant must have the following set of skills:

·        High Integrity and good ethical standards

·        Excellent leadership, lobbying, networking and management skills

·        Good analytical skills

·        Excellent knowledge in Procurement laws and regulations

·        Excellent knowledge in Procurement management processes

·        Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills

·        Ability to inspire and motivate

·        Excellent knowledge in financial management laws and regulations

·        Excellent knowledge in labour laws and regulations

·        Knowledge in relevant Information Technology (IT) applications

·        Knowledge in Cyber Security and Data Protection

·        Knowledge in projects and programmes management

·        Critical thinking and innovation

·        Good understanding of the National Identification System

. Negotiation and conflict management skills