Assistant Director, Supply Chain Management at Anti-Female Genital Mutilation Board

Vacancy No. AFGM/7/2023 (1post)-Permanent and Pensionable

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implementing procurement and supplies management projects and programmes;
• Preparing tender and prequalification documents for expression of interest for the board;
• Implementing and adhering to regulations and policies on supply chain management;
• Coordinating the opening, evaluation and negotiation of tenders and quotations; Ensuring the maintenance and archiving of procurement and asset disposal documents and records for the required period;
• Preparing estimates of expenditure on supplies and services;
• Carrying out of survey on disposal of obsolete stores and unserviceable equipment; Sourcing for suppliers;
• Procuring goods and services as per the laid down procedures;
• Undertaking market surveys and research;
• Participating in preparation of annual procurement plan;
• Preparing periodic reports; and
• Carrying out inventory and stock control, in accordance with the laid down regulations and procedures.

Requirements for Appointment

• Twelve (12) years cumulative experience, four (4) of which should have been at Principal Supply Chain Management Officer or a comparable position in a reputable organization;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Procurement, Supplies Management, Business Administration (Supply Chain Management option), Commerce (Supplies Management option) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supplies Management, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Membership to the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM), Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) or any relevant professional body;
• Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks course from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated a high degree of professional competence, managerial and
• administrative capability as reflected in work performance and results.