NACOSTI Jobs. Supply Chain Manager

Manager, Supply Chain Management Jobs at NACOSTI, Kenya

Ref: STIC GRADE 12

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) is a State Corporation established under the Science, Technology and Innovation Act of 2013.

The Commission is a Statutory Agency mandated to regulate and assure quality in the Science, Technology and Innovation sector and advise, promote and coordinate on all matters relating to Science, Technology, Innovation and Research issues necessary for proper co-ordination and economic developments of the Country.

To achieve this mandate the Commission advertised several positions in March 2015 for key vacant positions. However, the Commission has found it necessary to re-advertise some of the positions as indicated below. Those who had applied earlier are free to re-apply.

Manager, Supply Chain Management Job Duties & Responsibilities

The Manager, Supply Chain Management will report to the Director General/CEO and will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

Ensuring effective and efficient procurement of works, goods and services for the Commission

Ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and other procurement regulations in force

Developing and coordinating the preparation of annual procurement plan and its implementation

Developing a Procurement Manual for the Commission

Coordinating tender, procurement and disposal activities

Ensuring compliance with Public Procurement and Disposal Act (2005) and regulations

Preparing procurement documents, processing contracts for supply of works, goods and services and payment documents

Ensuring delivery of procured works, good and services as per specifications

Coordinating cost effective disposal of obsolete equipment, furniture and other stores in accordance with law.
Minimum Qualifications For Supply Chain Jobs in Kenya


Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management or other relevant field. In addition the candidate must have experience of at least eight (8) years in Supply Chain Management Services, three (3) years of which must have been in Senior management position in the Public Service or Private sector.

Candidates with the following qualifications will have an added advantage:

Be a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)

A good standing with relevant professional body

Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005 and Regulations, 2006

Proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Key Competencies:

Strategic leadership course

Strong leadership in negotiation skills

Self drive to achieve high results

Good communication skills

Team player

Application MUST clearly indicate the Reference Number of the Vacancy and should be sent either by post to:

The Director General/CEO
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation
P.0 Box 30623 – 00100 Nairobi, KENYA
OR Hand delivered to Utalii House, Utalii Lane, off Uhuru Highway, 9th Floor, Rooni 902, to be received by 26th August, 2015.

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified Kenyans are encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note: Canvassing Will lead to automatic disqualification.

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