Procurement Assistant Job in Uganda at Ministry of Agriculture

Job Title: Procurement Assistant

Reporting to: the Project Financial Controller
Role definition: Implement strategies for timely availability of quality goods at the most competitive prices in accordance with approved Guidelines and Procedures


Key Results Areas.

Source for quotations from suppliers in line with the procurement guidelines
Receive purchases and check requests throughout the Project in line with the procurement guidelines
Prepare purchase orders and order for office supplies in line with the procurement guidelines
Implement strategies for maintaining contact with vendors regarding orders and purchasing in line with the procurement guidelines
Receive, inspect, and distribute procured goods and equipment and file damage claims with suppliers in line with the procurement guidelines
Conduct annual project inventory, prepare inventory listings to include the location and status of all equipment in line with the procurement guidelines


Job specifications

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in procurement or purchasing and supplies or related field
A minimum of three years of experience in the procurement field.
Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures as per GoU policies;
Knowledge of record keeping methods and procedures applicable to purchasing, as well as some knowledge of the application of bookkeeping principles and methods to the keeping of procurement records.
Knowledge of supplies and materials utilized in office, technical, or maintenance operations.
Ability to communicate both orally and written
Ability to analyze issues and work in a team.

Application Procedure:
If you believe you have the relevant qualifications and experience, please send your application (clearly marked with the job applied for) to the address below not later than 4.00p.m, Wednesday 16th November 2011.
Provide a detailed CV demonstrating possession of the job requirements, current position, names and addresses of three referees, copies of professional/Academic documents, email address, and day time telephone contact.



THE DIRECTOR,
PILA Consultants,
P.O. Box 9092, Kampala
Plot 649 Nanfumbambi Road, Makerere West(Kikoni)
Tel: +256-312 275 892, +256-414-592926 Mob; +256-779-191617
E-mail: pilaconsultants2@gmail.com