Deputy Director Supply Chain Management at Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation

Duties and Responsibilities of the job holder entail:

• Coordinate the formulation, implementation, and review of the Procurement Strategy and Plan in line with the existing laws and accompanying regulations to realize the set corporate strategic objectives and goals.
• Organize the development, implementation, and review of procurement policies and procedures to ensure the Corporation achieves its strategic objectives.
• Direct the establishment, implementation, and review of Procurement documentation and reporting systems to ensure efficiency in the management of Supply Chain Management function.
• Steer good practices on supply chain matters for compliance with relevant legislations, processes, and procedures by the Corporation.
• Manage the procurement and contract implementation in the Corporation.
• Manage all stakeholders in the supply chain by providing advice and responding to all procurement related matters as well as maintain a positive relationship to enhance and improve service delivery.
• Formulation of appropriate internal controls to Identify, monitor and mitigate strategic risks in the supply chain.
• Development and implementation of an inventory control and stores management system at the Corporation to ensure value for money.
• Coordinate the preparation, implementation, and review of the Corporation’s Annual Procurement and Disposal Plan in line with the Corporation’s fiduciary responsibilities.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and review of the requisite framework on asset disposal process of Corporation and banks/financial institutions in liquidation.
• Organize market research and survey initiatives to identify sources of supply and ensure value for money.
• Coordinate the development of procurement reports in line with the Public Procurement & Disposal Act, 2015.
• Create and manage an internal control system to safeguard and ensure the validity of the tender security, performance security, and professional indemnity certificates.
• Create initiatives to foster creativity, innovation, and adoption of technology in supply chain management in the Corporation.
• Coordinate with the relevant Government agencies on all matters relating to procurement and asset disposal on behalf of the Corporation.
• Initiate the advertisement of tenders, evaluation process, and provide a professional opinion to the Chief Executive Officer for decision making on the procurement or asset disposal proceedings.
• Organize the issuance of clarifications to bidders, addendums, and any amendments to tender documents and publication within the required timelines.
• Organize the sensitization of Supply Chain Management stakeholders on the Public Procurement regulations and trends to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of departmental annual budgets, work plans, and procurement plan.
• Conduct the appraisal of officers within the Section at the Supply Chain Management department.
• Plan the negotiations with suppliers to ensure the Corporation achieves value for money.
• Implement the Quality Management System and other ISO systems in the department.
• Coordinate the development, implementation, and review of the Corporation’s annual procurement plan in line with the approved budget.
• Coordinate the preparation and review of purchase orders for goods, works, and services procured.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of an efficient procurement system to ensure conformance with best practices and ensure compliance with regulatory framework.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of the Corporation’s annual procurement disposal plans and strategies.
• Coordinate inspection and acceptance of goods and services received and prepare a report.
• Provide input into the development of innovative procurement and stores guidelines and manuals to streamline, standardize and ensure the integrity of procurement and asset disposal processes.
• Provides input into the departmental work plans and compile budget estimates to inform the departmental planning process.
• Identification and evaluation of risks and implications of the departmental activities.

Requirements for Appointment:

• Minimum ten (10) years of work experience, with five (5) years at the management level.
• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Management, or equivalent.
• Master’s degree in Procurement, Business Administration, or equivalent is advantageous.
• Completion of a leadership course is advantageous.
• Membership of KISM or CIPS in good standing.
• Possession of a valid Supplies Practitioners License.
• Professional qualification from recognized institutions.
• Proficiency in Computer Applications.
• Compliance with Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.