Deputy Commissioner, Supply Chain Management at PKF firms

About the position

The jobholder shall be responsible for acquisition of goods, works and services for the Authority in line with the public procurement legal framework through driving the strategic vision of the Supply Chain Management Division.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, implementation and review of the Authority’s supply chain management strategies, policies, work plans, operational guidelines, standards and procedures to optimize efficiency of operations, compliance and enhance control systems.
• Provide leadership in development of frameworks, workplans and budget for execution of risk management policy and strategies to ensure the Division has a robust system and processes of accountability, risk management, internal controls and business continuity.
• Provide leadership to ensure continuous improvement of business processes and controls in the division and develop mechanisms for corporate consultations, and involvement in Authority’s policies and programs.
• Oversee market research initiatives to inform procurement strategies and decision-making.
• Provide leadership in dissemination of information to the Public Procurement Administrative Review Board (PPRAB) or the court on procurement proceedings under review and take necessary action.
• Oversee the management of systems and processes within the function, including the implementation of modern technologies in supply chain management and performing benchmarks to ensure continuous improvement in the procurement operations.
• Provide advisory on all policy matters pertaining to supply chain management.
• Ensure facilitation, enforcement and compliance with established and internationally recognized supply chain management procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines procurement processes.
• Oversee the preparation of contract documents and execution of contracts in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contracts, and evaluation of supplier performance and relationship Management, payment of contractors.
• Provide leadership in maintenance of safe custody of all procurement records, submission of periodic reports to management and statutory bodies in accordance with the Act.
• Oversee implementation of adopted principles of Corporate Governance, relevant national policies, guidelines, and directives within the Division.
• Oversee robust performance management within the division through providing oversight of the delivery of the annual performance contract.
• Provide leadership in the Division through supervision, coaching, mentoring, training and development of the divisional staff to ensure an effective and motivated team. 

Person specifications:

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in either Supply Chain Management and Logistics, Purchasing and Supplies Management, Procurement and Supplies Management, Business related degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognised University.
• A Master’s degree in a relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must have a Diploma in either Supply Chain Management, Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional (CPSP-K), or Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Graduate Diploma (Level 6) or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution.
• Must have a minimum of ten (10) years relevant experience, at least five (5) of which should be in senior and / or middle Management levels.
• Must be a Member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS).
• Must have a practising license from Kenya Institute of Supplies Management and be in good standing.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution 2010

 Key competencies:

• Strategic leadership skills and negotiation skills.
• Advanced knowledge in public procurement policies and legislative framework.
• Strong business acumen / business orientation.
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Innovative thinking.
• Organisational skills.
• Resilience and adaptability.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving.
• Customer-centric approach.
• Professionalism, ethical judgment and integrity.