Senior Procurement Officer at Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology (MMUST)

Grade XIII 

(AD/04/09/19)

In pursuit of its mission to provide excellent University education, training and research through integrating science, technology and innovation into quality programmes to suit the needs of a dynamic world, Masinde Muliro University of Science & Technology invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the following vacant position.

Qualifications:

Applicants must possess a Master’s Degree in Procurement and Supplies with nine (9) years working experience, three (3) of which at the level of Procurement/Supplies Officer Grade 12 or its equivalent.

In addition they must possess a current practicing license, registered with relevant professional bodies
and be ICT competent.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor in charge of Administration and Finance the Senior Procurement Officer will
• Manage the procurement and supplies function in the Institution from tendering, procurement to disposal.
•  Maintain and updated record of all stores, machinery and equipment.
• Ensure the provisions of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 are adhered to.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure prompt and accurate deliveries.
• Supervise and liaise with staff within the department.
• Ensure that all documents relating to procurement are handed over to finance section for timelypayment of suppliers.
• Coordinate stock taking, stock control and verification of materials.

TENURE OF OFFICE

The appointment tenure for Dean of Students, Assistant Registrar- Council Secretariat and the Manager ICT will be for a contractual period renewable subject to satisfactory performance and delivery of set performance targets. Other positions may be considered for permanent and pensionable terms of service upon successful completion of the probation period.