Procurement and Disposal Officer Job Vacancy at The Rural Electrification Agency in Uganda

Job Title: Procurement and Disposal Officer

Location: Kampala, , Uganda

Job Description:
The Rural Electrification Agency is the Secretariat of the Rural Electrification Board as established by Statutory Instrument 2001 No. 75.

Job Requirements:
Main Purpose:
Reporting directly to the Head Procurement and Disposal Unit, he/she will coordinate, monitor and provide technical support in the implementation of procurement and disposal activities in accordance with existing procurement procedures and laws, to ensure value for money

Key Responsibilities:
•    Planning procurement and disposal activities
•    Handling all micro procurements
•    Advising user departments on individual procurement performance Measurement System
•    Support the timely entry of data into the procurement performance measurement system
•    Support the Head Procurement and Disposal Unit in monitoring contract management by user departments
•    Participate in the evaluation of bids
•    Ensure proper maintenance of procurement and disposal records
•    Supervise, mentor, coach and evaluate performance of subordinate staff
Performance Specifications:
•    An honors Bachelors Degree in Procurement obtainable from a recognized awarding institution
•    Full professional qualification in Procurement/ purchasing & Supply Chain Management
•    At least 3 years work experience in a busy public sector entity handling procurement of goods, works and services
•    Must have sound knowledge of computer applications
•    Must be conversant with the public procurement and Disposal of Public Assets
•    High level of integrity and interpersonal skills

How to Apply:
Interested Ugandans, who meet the above requirements, should submit applications.
The applications should include forwarding letter, detailed CV, names and addresses of 3 referees and copies of relevant certificates and testimonials, should be addressed and delivered to:
The Executive Director
Rural Electrification Agency
2nd Floor, House of Hope plot 10 Windsor Loop, Kololo
P.O Box 7317, Kampala Uganda

Deadline: 23/08/2013