Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, July 25 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
The Water Resources Management Authority (WARMA) was established in 2012 under the Water Resources Management Act No. 21 of 2011. One of its main functions is to manage and regulate the use of Zambia’s water resources in an integrated, participatory and sustainable manner taking into consideration the human, land, environmental and socio-economic factors. In order to effectively implement its functions, the Authority wishes to recruit suitably qualified, self- motivated and experienced persons for the following positions:-

Stores Officer (01 Position)
Department: Human Capital and Administration
Reports To: Procurement Officer
Location: Headquarters Lusaka

Qualifications:
a) Five (5) O-Levels with Credit and above in Mathematics and English
b) Diploma in Purchasing and Supply or in a related field such as Supply Chain Management:
c) Member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS);
d) Atleast three (3) years relevant work experience in a similar role; and
e) Must be a Zambian Citizen.

Other Requirements
a) Computer literacy and excellent knowledge of handling on-line procurement:
b) Good communication and interpersonal skills:
c) Excellent working knowledge of Public Procurement:
d) In-depth understanding of Zambia Public Procurement Authority Act (ZPPA):
e) High levels of Integrity, Reliability, Honesty and Hardworking:

Purpose of the Job
To provide efficient management of the Authority’s inventory, stores, supplies and ensure that it is carried out in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner.

Main Duties and Accountabilities
a) Overseeing the receipt, storage, and issuance of goods, materials, and supplies.
b) Maintain accurate inventory levels, tracking stock movements, and optimizing storage capacity.
c) Assist in the procurement process, including requisitioning, purchasing, and receiving goods.
d) Conduct regular stocktakes and cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy and identifying discrepancies.
e) Liaise with suppliers, logistics providers, and other stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods.
f) Maintain accurate records of institutional assets, including maintenance and disposal.
g) Ensure adherence to organizational policies, procedures, and legal requirements related to inventory management.
h) Provide insights and recommendations to management on inventory optimization, stock levels, and supply chain efficiency.
i) Assist in the coding and bidding of all received materials to ensure easy identification and accessibility.
j) Keep records of all received and issued (materials on direct use) items for reference purposes.
k) Update store records accordingly and preparing stock-taking on a quarterly basis.
l) Perform any other duties as delegated by superiors.

Job Experience: No Requirements

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months:

Level of Education: Postgraduate Degree

Job application procedure
• INTERESTED PERSONS SHOULD SEND THEIR APPLICATION LETTERS SUPPORTED BY COPIES OF CERTIFIED ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS WITH DETAILED CV’s WITH THREE (3) TRACEABLE REFEREES NOT LATER THAN 17:00HRS ON 9th August,2024 TO THE ADDRESS BELOW VIA THE FOLLOWING EMAIL: jobs@warma.org.zm . IN THE SUBJECT LINE, PLEASE INDICATE THE SPECIFIC POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR AND ENSURE THAT THE APPLICATION IS SCANNED AS ONE PDF DOCUMENT. ONLY THOSE APPLICATIONS THAT REFERENCE THE POSITION IN THE SUBJECT LINE WILL BE CONSIDERED.
• The Director General
Water Resources Management Authority
Plot No LN-385-7 & 385-8, Alick Nkhata Road
Po Box 51059
LUSAKA
• PLEASE NOTE THAT ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED. YOU DO NOT NEED TO APPLY IF YOU DON’T MEET THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS.
• BE AWARE OF FRAUDSTERS, WARMA WILL NOT ASK FOR ANY PAYMENT IN RESPECT OF THESE REQUIREMENTS.

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