Kisumu National Polytechnic is located on the outskirts of Kisumu City, within Kisumu County, about 3 km east of the city centre and about 342 kilometers from Nairobi, Kenyas capital city. Kisumu City stands at the centre of the Great Lakes Region and is fast emerging as a hub for the East Africa Economic Union. It is also emerging as an academic city with a range of newly established and flourishing colleges and universities.
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Reporting to the supply chain manager, an officer at this level will be responsible for the initiation of procurement policies: reviewing. up-dating, interpretation and implementation of existing supplies regulations, procedures and systems; preparing and ensuring implementation of the supplies manual; planning and coordinating supply chain management activities in procurement, warehousing, distribution and fleet management; processing of agenda for the tender committees; and processing of contracts.
Requirements:
A Bachelor’s degree in Procurement or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Minimum experience of three (3) years in a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service or ina reputable private sector organization:
Membership/Registration with the relevant professional body is a must have.
Demonstrated a high administrative capability in the management of procurement services.
Certificate in computer application skills
Personal Attributes and Key Competencies
Organizational, managerial and administrative skills
Positive working attitude and ability to give and take instructions
Ability to get on well with diverse work force
Good communication skills
Creativity and innovativeness
Professionalism and integrity; and
Interpersonal skills including being a team player