Senior Procurement Officer Job in Kenya

The Co-operative
University of Kenya (CUK) is a Public University established under The
Universities’ Act 2012. CUK is located in Karen, approximately 20 KM from
Nairobi City Centre, in a conducive environment for academic engagement and
learning. The Vision of the University is to be a leading University in
Co-operative Training, Education, Research and Innovation; whereas the Mission
of the University is to produce competent human capital through quality
education, training, research & innovation, and empower communities through
outreach for socio-economic transformation.

The Co-operative
University of Kenya invites applications from suitably qualified and
experienced persons with excellent credentials to fill the following vacant
positions;

Senior Procurement Officer –
Grade 13 – CUK/ADMIN./PROC/SPO./6/23 (1)

Remuneration: Basic Salary per
month: Kshs. (127,116 – 184,318 /=)

House Allowance per month:
Kshs. (58,792 /=)

Qualifications

• Must possess a masters degree and a bachelors degree in
  Procurement/Supply Chain Management from an accredited/recognized
  institution;


• Must possess at least three (3) years’ experience in Grade 12
  or equivalent in the Public Sector;


• Must possess at least nine (9) years’ working experience in
  Public Sector procurement with hands on experience in procurement ERP
  systems and business workflow since attainment of a bachelors degree in
  the relevant field;


• Must be   knowledgeable    on Public
  Sector procurement legal requirements and related administrative processes
  and procedures


• Must be a registered member of the Kenya Institute of
  Supplies Management;


• Must demonstrate professional competence in undertaking
  procurement work;


• Must possess excellent report writing, conflict management,
  negotiation skills, Leadership skills, organizational, good Interpersonal
  relationship, teamwork, time management, communication, decision making
  and problem solving skills;


• Must be proficient in computer applications;


• Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills;


• Experience in a University setting and possession of a
  Postgraduate Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies or any other relevant
  qualifications will be an added advantage

Responsibilities

• Develop departmental policies and strategy plans in the
  University;


• Manage and   Control  the   budgets
  and consolidating procurement plans from different departments;


• Monitor compliance with the relevant statutory and regulatory
  requirements;


• Coordinate formulation and implementation of policies to
  guide the procurement process in the institution;


• Develop Work Plans in the department to assist in the smooth
  running of the Department;


• Control procurement procedures within the statutory framework
  in order to avoid malpractices and misappropriation of funds in the
  institution;


• Supervise, train and develop the procurement team in order to
  achieve a good efficient and competent team;


• Oversee the process of tendering and quotations in accordance
  with the relevant legal requirements;


• Monitor compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal
  Act t and other procurement related legal requirements in the department
  and across all units in the institution;


• Communicate to bidders on tenders outcome according to the
  legal provisions and the best


• Ensure the goods are purchased,inspected, accepted and stored
  well;


• Prepare briefs for the negotiation committee during the
  evaluation process;


• Carry out market and delivery systems to assess present and
  future material availability;


• Recommend disposal of unserviceable stores, works and
  equipment; and


• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time

How to apply

Applicants should:

• Visit the University website cuk.ac.ke at the footer under the
  IMPORTANT LINKS section, CLICK the ONLINE RECRUITMENT PORTAL tab, log in,
  fill in the application form, submit the form alongside other required documents as one (1) attachement.
  Submission of the online application and the attachments is MANDATORY;


• Submit one (1) hard copy of the letter of application,
  certificates, testimonials, the updated curriculum vitae to include full
  details of academic, professional qualifications, working experience,
  membership in professional bodies, current salary, names and addresses of
  three referees;


• Academic staff should attach:


• Evidence of publications, patents and innovations;


• Evidence of supervision of postgraduate students;


• Evidence of curricula developed;


• Evidence research funds attracted; and


• Evidence of research/consultancy


• Clearly indicate the position and the reference number on the
  application letter and on the envelope which should be addressed to:

The Deputy Vice Chancellor, Finance, Planning &
Administration The Co-operative University of Kenya

P.O. Box 24814-00502

Karen- Kenya

 Recommendations from at
least three (3) referees should be sent separately to the address above on or
before Friday, 14^th July 2023 at 00 noon;

All applications must be
received by Friday, 14^th July, 2023 at 12.00 noon. Applications
received later than this period will not be considered;

Candidates with academic
qualifications obtained from foreign Universities will be expected to submit
recognition and equation of certificates by The Commission of University
Education (CUE).

Note 1:   The
Co-operative University of Kenya is an Equal opportunity employer; Female
applicants, persons with disabilities and those from marginalized areas
are encouraged to apply.

Note 2:  Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Note 3:     Successful
candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of

the Constitution of Kenya
2010 including submission of submit VALID AND CURRENT clearance
certificates from the following:

1. Police Clearance Certificate from the Directorate of Criminal
   Investigations (DCI);


2. Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board;


3. Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority;


4. Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; and


5. Report from an Approved Credit Reference

Note 4:   The
University shall conduct a background check for successful candidates within
the provisions of the Data Protection Act.