Procurement Manager – National AIDS Council

Station: Head Office – Harare 

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer 

KEY FUNCTIONS

• Manage the day to day operations of the Procurement function in compliance with the provisions of the Public Procurement and Assets Disposal Act
• Compile the Organization’s Annual Procurement Plan in liaison with users
• Coordinate and oversee the operationalization of the Procurement Plan
• Develop and operationalise internal procurement guidelines
• Build and monitor capacity of departments in handling procurement issues
• Develop and manage a supplier database
• Identify and adopt fruitful procurement and sourcing strategies
• Liaise and engage service providers on procurement matters
• Provide technical expertise to the Procurement Committee
• Documentation and record keeping of all procurement issues
• Recommend all Purchase Orders and Contracts for goods and services
• Act as link between NAC and PRAZ and other partners on procurement issues
• Liaise with PRAZ on relevant procurement matters
• Compile and submit periodic reports on procurement
• Formulate work objectives and supervise procurement assignments.

 COMPETENCIES

• Extensive knowledge of Public Procurement systems and procedures Strong ICT skills and ability to use computerized procurement packages
• Ability to identify and mitigate risks in procurement.
• Strong negotiating skills
• Integrity, honesty and stewardship in the handling of resources.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team towards achieving results.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree Purchasing and Supply Chain Management or equivalent.
• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Professional Diploma.
• At least 5 (five) years’ experience at Managerial Level.
• A relevant Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Be in possession of a clean class 4 drivers’ licence.

Applications must be submitted by email to; recruitment@nac.org.zw

Closing date for receipt of Applications: 11/03/2018.