About US:
The Parliamentary Commission of Uganda serves the following functions;
· Appoint, promote and exercise disciplinary control over persons holding public office in Parliament;
· Review the terms and conditions of service, standing orders, training and qualifications of persons holding office in Parliament;
· Provide a Parliamentary reporting service;
· Provide such other staff and facilities as are required to ensure efficient functioning of the Parliament;
· To cause to be prepared in each financial year, estimates of revenue and expenditure for the next financial year; and
· Make recommendations to Parliament, or with the approval of Parliament, determine the allowances payable and privileges available to the Speaker and Members of Parliament.
Job Summary: The Procurement Officer will ensure the necessary procurement documentation is in place and is properly utilized
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· Work closely with and ensure effective communication with end-user departments and collate their procurement requirements
· The incumbent will manage all procurement and disposal records
· Keenly track inventory and ensure that goods supplied are inspected in accordance with the relevant specifications
· The jobholder will collaborate with user departments by providing feedback on the status of their procurement requisitions
· Guide suppliers on procurement procedures
· Keenly verify and organize documentation relating to procurement for ease of use
· Dispatch tender/bid documents, receive and register submitted Bids.
· Conduct market research/surveys for various procurement needs
· Source quotations for micro procurements
· Manage inspection process of assets on disposal list
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The applicants should either hold an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in: Procurement/Purchasing and Supplies/logistics management Or Business Administration or Commerce with procurement/supplies/logistics as a subject/ option, from a recognised University/Institution Or Full professional qualification in procurement and supplies management, such as Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or International Supplies Management (ISM)
· Broad knowledge of procurement frameworks Good analytical and report writing skills An eye for detail
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Age: 21 years and above
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified Ugandans are encouraged to send updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) stating two referees; and certified copies of their academic certificates and transcripts. The applications should be addressed to the Secretary, Parliamentary Commission and posted to P.O. Box 7178 Kampala; or hand delivered to the Parliamentary Registry – Parliament Buildings, Room 112, 1st Floor, South Wing; Parliament of Uganda.
Deadline: Friday 2nd December, 2016 by 5:00pm