KCAA Chief Procurement Officer Job Re-Advertisement

Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Transport established under the Civil Aviation Act 2013 ‘to develop, regulate and manage a safe, efficient and effective Civil Aviation System in Kenya’ KCAA is seeking to recruit qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following positions in the establishment:
Reports To: Manager Procurement
 Job Purpose: To coordinate all procurement activities within KCAA’s business units
 Scope of Work / Duties / ResponsibilitiesHandle the process of receiving RFPs, sourcing and processing quotes and issuing Purchase Orders/contracts;Organize the work in the procurement office by deciding on the appropriate procurement method and monitoring progress through the Procurement Officers;Follow up and ensure ordered goods/works/services are delivered on the agreed dates;Check accuracy and completeness of Purchase Orders/Contracts;Liaise with users to verify budgetary guidelines and to inform them of progress in the procurement process;Participate in the tender evaluations (depending on value) and acts as Secretary when required;Liaise with user departments to ensure compliance with contracts;Handle investigations in cases of appeals and petitions in the tendering process.A Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant social or science field such as supplies management, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics from a recognized University;A master’s degree in the relevant field will be an added advantage;Professional Qualifications: Graduate Diploma (Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies)Member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management3 to 5 years’ experience in procurementKnowledge of the procurement Act and regulationsGood understanding of the various procurement needs of different functional areas and departmentsAbility to follow through procurement procedures accurately and timelySupervisory skills, delegating and monitoring work of subordinatesGood communication skills to maintain good relationships with user departmentsComputer proficiencyInterested candidates are requested to send their application letter quoting the reference No. on the envelope and application letter, attach copies of certificates, testimonials and a detailed CV indicating current salary and expected salary, day time telephone and full contact details of three professional referees to the address below to be received not later than 18th July 2014. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
(For the re-advertised positions, those who had applied as per the earlier advert are advised to re-apply)
Only shortlisted Candidates will be contacted.
The Director General
Kenya Civil Aviation Authority
KAA Complex - JKIA
P. O. Box 30163 – 00100
Nairobi.