Procurement Officer || Umguza Rural District Council

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Planning all procurement activities for the Council
• Advising on adoption of the appropriate procurement methods by the organisation
• Ensuring that procurement procedures and regulations are adhered to at all times.
•  Preparation of bidding documents for Council in accordance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (Chapter 22:23)
• Preparation of  procurement plans and returns
• Ensuring that goods and services are delivered on time
• Provide technical procurement guidance to line managers
• Provide leadership to the Procurement Management Unit (PMU)
• To work closely with all departments in their supply chain activities
• Procures Council goods through PMU
• Advise the Accounting Officer on all procurement matters.
• Coordinate disposal of obsolete assets
• Ensures delivery of all procured goods and services

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Higher National Diploma/Degree in Purchasing and Supply or equivalent
• At least 2 years relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (Chapter 22:23) and other procurement regulations in Zimbabwe
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• A clean record of service within the Local Government fraternity desirable
• Computer literacy is a must.

TO APPLY

Applications in applicant’s own handwriting clearly marked , “Procurement Officer” supported by certified copies of academic, professional and detailed C.Vs should be submitted to the undersigned on or before the 5th of June 2024 or alternatively through the post. Please note that candidates who have already applied for this position in response to our previous advertisement need not submit another application, as their candidacy will be considered based on their initial submission.

The Chief Executive Officer
Umguza Rural District Council
56 Jason Moyo, Btwn 4th & 5th Avenues
P. O Box 749
BULAWAYO
To apply for this job email your details to tapsebe@gmail.com