Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 17 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Overall job purpose:
The Project Officer – Procurement will play a crucial role in supporting procurement activities under the guidance of the Contract and Procurement Specialist (CPS). The incumbent will be responsible for various tasks including assisting in procurement processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, maintaining records, and fostering supplier relationships. This position requires a proactive individual with strong communication and organizational skills.

Main Duties/Accountabilities:
i) Assist the Contract and Procurement Specialist in procurement activities, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to procedures;
ii) Develop and update annual Procurement Plans;
iii) Collaborate with beneficiary agencies to prepare procurement notices, bidding documents, and requests for proposals (RFP) in line with relevant regulations;
iv) Obtain necessary approvals for procurement papers from relevant authorities;
v) Coordinate bid-opening meetings and provide guidance on proceedings;
vi) Provide training and support to beneficiaries in procurement processes;
vii) Compile procurement data for financial management requirements;
viii) Manage receipt, issuance, and record-keeping of project items; and
ix) Undertake any other procurement-related tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:
Education:
i) Grade 12 School Certificate with five O-Levels including English and Mathematics; and
ii) Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Procurement, Purchasing and Supplies Management, or Logistics.
Experience:
i) Minimum of five (5) years experience, preferably in international donor-funded projects or NGOs.

Additional Requirements:
i) Valid membership with Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS); and
ii) Valid driver’s license.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
• Only suitable, experienced, skilled Candidates are encouraged to apply for these roles. Applications accompanied by a detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of academic and professional certificates should be emailed to Jobs@mcti.gov.zm  and hard copies to the address below:
• The Permanent Secretary, Investment and Industrialization Attention:
• Director of Human Resource and Administration
• Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry
• New Government Complex
• P.O. Box 31968
• LUSAKA
• The closing date for receiving applications is 25 July, 2024 at 17:00hrs.

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