Procurement Officer (Arua Campus) at Uganda Christian University ( UCU )

Job Description 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.