Director, Procurement (1 Post) 167 views

Great Zimbabwe University, an equal opportunity employer, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following post that has arisen within the institution:

Duties And Responsibilities

• Overseeing procurement of goods and services by the University in line with procurement laws;

• Developing and ensuring implementation of the procurement plan for the University;

• Formulating internal controls around the procurement cycle and identifying and managing risks associated with procurement.

• Advising accurately and timeously the Vice Chancellor on all procurement issues;

• Conducting research on procurement, providing guidance and incorporating procurement best practices to ensure the University gets value for money;

• Giving technical advice to University committees and departments on procurement;

• Preparing bidding documents in compliance with provisions of the Public Procurement Act and Disposal of Public Assets Act;

• Preparing evaluation reports including contract award recommendations where necessary;

• Submitting all evaluation reports to the Accounting Officer with confirmation that the procurement process has been conducted in accordance with the Public Procurement Act and other applicable laws;

• Formulating work objectives, directing, supervising and reviewing staff assignments; and

• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.

Qualifications And Experience

Applicants must have at least a Masters’ degree in Purchasing and Supply/ Logistics or equivalent, a first degree in Purchasing and Supply / Logistics or equivalent plus at least six (6) years of progressively relevant post – qualification experience in a purchasing and supply / logistics role. In addition, the applicant must be a member of a recognized professional body such as (CIPS, ZIPS, CILT) with good communication and presentation skills. Thorough knowledge of the Public Procurement Act and other related laws is a must. The incumbent must be highly ICT literate, possess risk management skills and be a holder of a clean class 4 drivers’ licence.