Summary
Date Posted: Monday, October 10, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Job Title: Procurement Consultant
Department/Unit: Procurement
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Duration: Short-Term Consultancy (3 months)
Reports to: Operations Consultant

Background:
The USAID Controlling HIV Epidemic for Key and Underserved Populations (CHEKUP II) Activity is a five-year project to address the needs of people living with HIV (PLHIV) and those most at risk of acquiring HIV and contribute to HIV mitigation and epidemic control, improving the health outcomes of priority populations in the highest HIV-burden provinces of Zambia. USAID CHEKUP II is implemented by John Snow Health Zambia (JSH).
Position Description:
The Procurement Consultant will be responsible for a variety of local and international procurements for both operations and programmatic, use ensuring compliance with all donor requirements. The Procurement Consultant will report to the Operations Consultant and help in achieving the project’s goals and objectives.

Roles and Responsibilities:
• Prepare tender documents; undertake tender evaluations, placements, and management of contracts.
• Ensure all purchase orders are raised in compliance with CHECKUP II policies and ensure that all applicable FAR guidelines are followed and all required waivers and documentation are in place.
• Maintain auditable records for all procured items which include all supporting documentation: FPRs, FPQs, bid evaluations with a memorandum of negotiation, purchase orders, invoices, and proofs of delivery.
• Act as a focal point of interaction with the CHECKUP II Project backstopping team in all areas concerning procurement
• Work with CHECKUP II staff on how to pre-qualify vendors for some procurements (e.g. quotes from hotels valid for 6 to 12 months)
• Work with staff on procurement guidelines, ensuring that staff develop the capacity to follow all applicable procurement rules correctly.
• Following verification of satisfactory receipt of goods or services, timely submission of payment with complete documentation to CHECKUP II Finance dept.
• Provide monthly cash flow needs for local procurement to the CHECKUP II Finance team in line with respective team budgets to ensure timely payment of local suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and provide input into the supplier management process
• Produce periodic status reports on procurement as required by CHECKUP II & USAID.
• Implement and adhere to CHEKUP II’s personnel and fraud management policies.

Qualifications:
• Degree in procurement, supply chain logistics, or any related field and 5 years of experience in procurement of goods and services.
• Sound knowledge of USAID procurement regulations.
• Understanding of strategic sourcing.
• Strong representational and interpersonal skills.
• Must be a detail-oriented person with good organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English.
• Proficiency in common computer packages such as Word and Excel and familiar with the use of databases.
• Strong initiative and self-motivation required, with a commitment to teamwork.
• Experience working with an NGO preferred.
• Current member of ZIPS
Supervision and Reporting:
This position will work under the guidance and supervision of the Operations Consultant.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
To apply please complete the application form available HERE. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and CV with three references and full addresses and contact information via the application form.
Closing Date: Tuesday, October 11, 2022,
Please note that you do not need to apply if you don’t meet the minimum requirements. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
John Snow Health Zambia, Limited is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer committed to workplace diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, gender, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual preference, genetic information, political affiliation, or military status (special disabled veterans or veteran status) in any employment decisions.
To apply for this job email your details to chekuprecruitment@jsh-z.com

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