About Us:
Uganda Petroleum Institute Kigumba (UPIK) was established by the Statutory instrument No. 31 of 2011: The Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Acts, 2006 (Establishment of Uganda Petroleum Institute, Kigumba) in July, 2011. The mandate of UPIK is to provide a world-class education in geosciences and petroleum engineering in order to support and advance the petroleum and energy sectors in Uganda, East Africa and beyond.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The Procurement Officer will implement all procurement and logistic activities of the Institute
Confirm with end users the basis of their estimated costs on the procurement requisitions, in order to determine the appropriate procurement method
Provide regulatory guiding principles of the law and explain it to the end users in relation to their procurement requirements
Develop appropriate terms and conditions of the proposed contract in consultation with the end users or technical specialists
The incumbent will also ensure various procurement requirements do comply with UPIK policies
Implement UPIK inventory policy and keep procurement registers up-to-date
Identify, mitigate and escalate procurement risks to enable the Organization meet its obligation
Explaining procurement processes and requirements to responsible officers and persuading them to adopt best practices, given the complexity of procurement.
Maintain all procurement related documentation and manage both internal and external relationship.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should preferably hold a Bachelor’s (Hon) degree in procurement, purchasing or logistics and supply chain management from a recognized Institution.
Professional qualification in supply Chain Management (CIPS) is an added advantage
One year of experience in a reputable organization.
High degree of integrity
Comprehensive knowledge of laws governing procurement.
Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills
Age: 25 – 40 years
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested Ugandans should submit in triplicate with detailed CVs and relevant supporting documents addressed to the Principal, Uganda Petroleum Institute Kigumba, P. O. Box 187, Bweyale- Kiryandongo.

Deadline: 18th September 2017