Snr Supply Chain Officer (Procurement) at Ampath Kenya

GRADE : RS. 12

STATION: MTRH

Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Supply Chain Officer will assist the Supply Chain Manager to deliver on the objectives of the function Core duties and responsibilities:

• Preparation of tender documents and participate in the whole Procurement Process
• Maintain the tendered quotation register and oversee stores Management
• Manage, together with the legal expert in the AMPATH program supervision of contract preparation as well as tender documents within the legal and policy framework
  tracts and tender documents within the legal and policy framework
• Review and comment on chosen procurement method, contracts, annexes and tender documents
• Ensure implementation of procurement policies and procedures by Contracting Authorities/line ministries in tendering for Projects
• Review comparison of received Procurement bids to determine Value for Money and decide on maximum level of acceptable bids
• Supervise the issuance of standard prequalification and tender documents
• Ensure that the tendering and selection is implemented in a fair, equitable and transparent manner and in accordance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and regulations.
• Carry out any other assigned duties related to procurement as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management (Supply and Procurement Option)
• Minimum five (5) years of relevant experience
• Knowledge and understanding of Government procurement guidelines and other donor requirements eg USAID, NIH, CDC
• Must be a member of a professional body KISM , CIPS or its equivalent
• The ability to work under pressure to deadlines
• Ability to work in fast†paced environment and prioritize multiple projects
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Organizational, verbal and written communication skills a must