Supply Chain Management Officer I at The Kisumu National Polytechnic

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Supply Chain Management Officer ,specific duties at this level will involve; planning and co-ordination of supplies management services; enforcement of Government regulations, systems and procedures; preparation of supplies estimates of expenditure and control of the supplies vote; initiation of procurement policy; reviewing and updating of existing procurement regulations, supplies management instructions; monitoring the implementation of supply chain management policies ,guidelines , and procedures issued from time to time; training and development of the supply chain management personnel.

Requirements
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -

• A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Commerce, Business Administration, Procurement or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
• Proven Supply Chain Management experience of a minimum of three (3) years in the Public Service or in a reputable private sector organization; OR
• Demonstrated general administrative ability required for direction, control and implementation for Public Procurement and Disposal Act.

Personal Attributes and Key Competencies

• Organizational, managerial and administrative skills
• Positive working attitude and ability to give and take instructions
• Ability to get on well with diverse work force
• Good communication skills
• Creativity and innovativeness
• Professionalism and integrity; and
• Interpersonal skills including being a team player
• Punctuality
• Supervisory management