Procurement Officer Job Vacancy – Kenya Scouts Association

Procurement Officer Job Vacancy – Kenya Scouts Association
February 28, 2015 Job Description
The Kenya Scouts Association (KSA) is the leading Scouting presence in Africa and the largest youth movement in Kenya where it was established in 1910.
As part of the World Organization of the Scout Movement, KSA aspires to create a better World through provision of a value based and skills-oriented education for young people.
The following position is open to the current membership of KSA and any other professionals supporting the aims of Scouting.
Position: Procurement Officer
1 Position
Major Duties and Responsibilities
Locate vendors, materials, equipment and supplies;
Process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment;
Prepare or cause to be prepared clear specifications for goods and services for obtaining, issuing or awarding bids;
Ensure conformance to organizational policy and procurement law for all purchases, claims and contracts;
Participate in negotiating contracts;
Ensure timely delivery of goods and services;
Maintain records relating to procurement, assets and suppliers;
Prepare reports regarding market prices and market conditions;
Prepare all procurement proposals for discussion, review and recommendation by Finance Committee and approval by Management Committee.
Key Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from a recognised institution OR Diploma in supplies Management from a recognised institution;
Computer literate;
Be a member of the Institute of Supplies Management;
Able to work under pressure with minimum supervision;
High level of integrity.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants are required to submit applications, complete with CV, copies of certificates and testimonials, names and telephone numbers of two professional referees, current and expected salary, to reach the Undersigned not later than March 6th, 2015.
All applications must be physically dropped at the KSA Office at Rowallan National Scouts Camp or sent through the post office to:
The National Executive Commissioner
Kenya Scouts Association
P.O. Box 41422 – 00200
Nairobi
OR nec@kenyascouts.org
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted