Kiambu County Director of Procurement Job in Kenya

Republic of Kenya
 

Kiambu County Assembly
 

Kiambu County Assembly Service Board invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyan citizens to fill the following vacant position:

Director of Procurement 

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One Position
 

The Director of Procurement shall provide strategic leadership in the management and performance of all procurement functions in line with the relevant procurement laws and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage all types of procurement: including construction, supply contracts, procurement procedures and contract awarding
• Responsible for reviewing, implementing, and updating Operations Procedures relating to procurement
• Prepare and/or coordinate with other Assembly departments in preparation and documentation of the Assembly Procurement Plan
• Advise the Assembly Service Board on the Public Procurement and Disposal Act 2005 and other statutes concerning procurement in the public service
• Formulate policies and regulations for efficient management of the procurement services in the Assembly
• Supervise staff in the procurement department
• Ensuring that accurate procurement records are maintained, including all actions and documents for review by the Assembly Service Board.
• All other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer/ Clerk of the Assembly

Requirements for Appointment
 

For appointment to this position, the successful applicant:-

• Must be the holder of a University Degree from a recognized institution.
• Must possess a postgraduate diploma or professional qualification in procurement.
• Must be a member of the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.
• Must be registered as a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies management and licensed to carry out procurement functions.
• Must have 7 years working experience in procurement 5 years of which are in senior position.
• Demonstrate outstanding administrative and managerial ability in managing the Procurement function;
• Should be a team player and highly motivated with a track record of performance;
• Proficient in computer use and applications

Application Criteria
 

Persons interested in filling the above positions should submit applications in own handwriting accompanied by two-page Curriculum Vitae, Certified copies of relevant Academic and Professional Certificates, National Identity Card or Passport, and other relevant supporting documents.
 

In addition, interested applicants should submit certificates of clearance from the Ethics & Anti-corruption Commission, Higher Education Loans Board, Kenya Revenue Authority and Certificate of Good Conduct as part of compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya. 

All applications should clearly indicate the position applied for in the reference line and be addressed to:
 

The Secretary
County Assembly Service Board
County Assembly of Kiambu
 

Applications should be delivered to the office of Clerk at Kiambu County Assembly Buildings (Formerly County Council of Kiambu) by so as to reach his office by 2nd July 2014.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted