Procurement Officer Job Opportunities – National Forestry Authority (NFA)
Job Title: Procurement Officer
Organization: National Forestry Authority (NFA)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Procurement Manager
About US:
The National Forestry Authority (NFA) is a Government agency established under the National Forestry and Tree Planting Act, 2003 as a corporate body responsible for sustainable development and management of Central Forest Reserves (CFRs) and provision of technical support to stakeholders in the forestry sub-sector. NFA’s vision is “A sufficiently forested, ecologically stable and economically prosperous Uganda”, while its Mission is “To manage Central Forest Reserves on a sustainable basis and to supply high quality forestry- related products and services to Government, local communities and the private sector”.
Job Summary: The Procurement Officer will coordinate all procurement related activities in compliance with the NFA procurement policy and PPDA and ensure timely procurement and delivery of high-quality and low-cost products as per Authority’s needs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare bid evaluation documents by ensuring that all files are complete with necessary documents.
- Compile all procurement needs of the various Directorates by liaising with relevant staff.
- Ensure timely dispatch of requests for quotations, requests for proposals and purchase orders to relevant stakeholders.
- Liaise with user Directorates to follow up supply orders and contract performance of various procurement related activities.
- Ensure that goods purchased are of the required specifications in terms of quality, quantity, and delivery and to advise those suppliers who fail to meet specifications.
- Ensure proper and safe custody of all procurement-related documents and files by keeping them in a secure and traceable place in case of need.
- Carry out prequalification of providers, maintain and subsequently update the database as may be required from time to time.
- Conduct sustainable sourcing strategies and help the Authority obtain value-for-money and control procurement related costs.
- Prepare and submit procurement related reports to the supervisor as required from time to time.
- Ensure accurate and timely communication of bid notices, evaluation of results and award notices.
- Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The applicant for the National Forestry Authority (NFA) Procurement Officer job must hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Honours) in Procurement and Supplies Management or related field from a recognised University.
- Full Professional qualification in CIPs.
- At least three (3) years’ experience in a similar or related position in a reputable organization.
- Reporting on Government Procurement Portal.
- Knowledge of PPDA regulations is a must.
- Knowledge of Integrated Financial Management System (IFMS) is a priority
- Should be highly computer literate with good communication and presentation skills.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit their applications, certified copies of academic certificates, transcripts and curriculum vitae giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, experience (with evidence), present salary, three referees with their full postal address, e-mail and telephone contacts as well as the candidate’s full address and e-mail to the address below. Applications should be addressed to:
The Executive Director,
National Forestry Authority,
Plot10/20 Spring Road, Bugolobi,
P.O. Box 70863, Kampala. Uganda
Tel: 0312 – 264035/6; 0414 -360400
Deadline: 17th January 2020
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