Government Jobs in Kenya – PPOA

The Public Procurement Oversight

Authority (PPOA) is established under the Public Procurement and Disposal Act,

2005. 

The Authority’s mission is ‘To

facilitate access to procurement opportunities through enabling regulations

that fosters value for money for national socio-economic development’. 

Towards this end, the Authority is

seeking to recruit results oriented professionals to fill the following vacant

positions:

Duties and responsibilities will

include assisting the manager (compliance) in relevant data capture and

analysis; maintenance of data on mandatory reporting requirements such as

direct procurement and disposal to employees; termination of procurement process;

publication of contract awards; and annual procurement plans.
 

For appointment to this position, a

candidate must have:

• At least three (3) years relevant experience
  
  in a similar position or its equivalent ;


• A bachelor’s degree in purchasing and supply
  
  management, commerce, economics, law, engineering, engineering or a
  
  related field;


• A diploma in purchasing and supply or its
  
  equivalent from a recognized institution; and


• Computer proficiency and a membership of a
  
  relevant professional body.

Qualifications in audit, fraud and

investigations will be an added advantage.

Duties and responsibilities will

include the provision of legal services to PPOA on various matters, ensuring

compliance with the legal framework, participating in the preparation of legal

documents and briefs, handling litigation in court, preparation and analysis of

cases for debarment hearings; and other duties as may be assigned by the

Corporation Secretary.
 

The ideal job holder shall have at least three (3) years relevant experience in a

similar position or as a practicing Advocate and a Bachelor ’s degree in law

from a recognized institution. 

The candidate should be an Advocate

of the High Court of Kenya and a member of a relevant professional body. 

In addition the candidate should be

computer proficient.

The officer will report to the Principal Human Resource and Administration

Officer. 

Duties and responsibilities will

include driving the motor vehicle as authorized; carrying out routine checks on

the vehicle’s cooling, oil, electrical and brake systems, and tyre pressure;

Detecting and reporting malfunctioning of vehicle systems; maintaining work

tickets for vehicles assigned; ensuring security and safety of the vehicle on

and off the road including the safety of the passengers and/or goods therein; and

maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle.
 

For appointment to this position, a

candidate must have:

• At least three years driving experience;


• O-level Certificate (D+);


• Driving Licence Class B / C / E with PSV
  
  endorsement;


• Must demonstrate, by road test at the time of
  
  interview, skills in handling vehicles and ability to drive defensively to
  
  avoid accidents and personal injuries; and


• Appreciable proficiency in vehicle driving.

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HERE to download PPOA formal application form

(i) Each application should be

accompanied by a copy of the National Identity Card/Passport, detailed

curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates,

testimonials and other relevant supporting documents. Scanned copies of these

documents must accompany an online application.
 

(ii) All applications should be

clearly marked “Application for (indicate the position applied for)’’, on the

envelope and submitted on or before 19th February, 2016 in any ONE of the

following ways:
 

(a) Hard Copies should be hand

delivered to the reception desk on 11th floor, National Bank Building, Harambee

Avenue, Nairobi.
 

(b) Posted applications should be

addressed to:
 

Director General
Public Procurement Oversight Authority
11th Floor, National Bank Building
P. O. Box 58535-00200,
Nairobi
 

(iii) Interested applicants must meet

the requirements of Chapter Six of the Kenya Constitution and in addition must,

get clearance from the following bodies.

(a) Kenya Revenue Authority;
(b) Higher Education Loans Board;
(c) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and
(d) Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct).
 

Note: Clearance from the above institutions will not be

criteria for short listing of candidates. 

However, short listed candidates will

be required to provide evidence of clearance during the interviews.

If you have the required qualifications, please submit your detailed

application to the address above by 19th February, 2016 quoting the job

reference title for the position you are applying for.

PPOA is an equal employment provider and all Kenyans in their diversity,

including persons living with disability are encouraged to apply. 

We recognize that our strength lies

in the diversity of our staff.

Interested candidates are advised that canvassing will result in automatic

disqualification.