Procurement Officer Jobs in Uganda at Law Development Center

Job Title: Procurement Officer

The Law Development Centre (LDC) invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant posts:
POST: Procurement Officer
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director, LDC
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Two (2) years Contract (Renewable)
SALARY: Attractive
AGE: Not more than 40 years old
Key Responsibility:
Plan, manage, coordinate and facilitate the procurement and disposal processes and strategies in line with laid out Centre policies, guidelines and procedures and the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act (2003)

Requirement:
An Honours Bachelors Degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, B.Com or BBA (Management option with Procurement as a major subject), Humanities or Sciences with a Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management from a recognised university/ institution.
Partial or full internationally recognised Professional qualification in Procurement from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS), SPSM, or International Supplies Management (ISM).
Computer literate in several packages like Spread Sheet, Ms Word, and Database Management.
Trained and knowledgeable in the New Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets System.
At least five (5) years working experience in Procurement and Supply Chain Management at a senior level in government or reputable organisation
Experience: 5

How to apply:
Interested persons should submit their handwritten applications with certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, a detailed CV indicating clearly past and present work experience, names, addresses and telephone contacts of three referees, a reliable address and day telephone contact to:-
The Secretary, Law Development Centre, P.O. Box 7117, Kampala.
So as to reach .not later than Friday, 31 August, 2012.
N.B. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Systems Analyst Job Vacancy at Law Development Center

Job Title: Systems Analyst

The Law Development Centre (LDC) invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant posts:
POST: Systems Analyst
DEPARTMENT: Administration
REPORTS TO: Secretary, LDC
AGE: Not more than 35 years old.
REMUNERATION: Attractive .
Main Responsibility:
To plan, develop, design and implement software and hardware systems needs of LDC, provide ICT support initiatives, networking, security standards and coordinate ICT information and technical support requirements in accordance with LDC Information and Communication Technology policy.
Requirement:
A Bachelor's (Hons) degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or BSC (Hons) in Information Science or Management Information Systems or any related field.
Masters degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or the equivalent is an added advantage
Must be a qualified and Professional Systems Administrator/ Information Technologist.
At least (3) years working experience in a related field in a reputable organisation.
How to apply:
Interested persons should submit their handwritten applications with certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, a detailed CV indicating clearly past and present work experience, names, addresses and telephone contacts of three referees, a reliable address and day telephone contact to:- The Secretary, Law Development Centre, P.O. Box 7117, Kampala. So as to reach .not later than Friday, 31 August, 2012. N.B. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Administration & Procurement Manager Jobs at Pride Microfinance Limited

Job Title: ADMINISTRATION & PROCUREMENT MANAGER
( Pride Microfinance Limited (MDI), Uganda )
   
Pride Microfinance Limited (MDI) (Pride) is the leading Microfinance Deposit Taking institution in Uganda with 30 networked branches countrywide and an equal opportunity employer, regulated by Bank of Uganda under the MDI Act, 2003. Pride is now looking for mature experienced individuals to fill the following positions in the organization. These are dream career opportunities for highly dynamic, creative and innovative astute performers within the financial and banking sector.
ADMINISTRATION & PROCUREMENT MANAGER
The Administration & Procurement Manager reports directly to the Executive Director and will be based at Head Office in Kampala. Among others, s/he will be required to manage the procurement and administration function and ensure adherence to PPDA & Pride’s policies and procedure.
Specific responsibilities include:-
Manage all administrative issues arising in the entire Pride network;
Ensure that all premises have properly executed tenancy agreements and foster good relationships with Pride landlords. Management of all fixed assets in Pride. Liaise with other departments to ensure that the corporate assets registers are maintained and up-to date.
Ensure the engraving of furniture and equipment throughout Pride. Ensure the registry is functional.
Develop appropriate systems, procedures and guidelines for the Procurement & Disposal Unit and Contracts Committee. Prepare the annual procurement master plan and participate in the annual budgeting process for all services and items. Guide the suppliers on procurement procedures for the Company including; sourcing out for suppliers, coordinating and facilitating the bidding process and drafting contracts and terms of reference for suppliers.
Liaise with Finance department to ensure availability of procurement funds and timely payment of suppliers. Review usage and expenditure on all items with a view of identifying areas of cost reductions and/or service improvement; Ensure there are adequate stocks in stores; Compile procurement reports to Contracts Committee and PPDA and support Internal Audit in verification of procurement documentation
Preparation of Board papers for the Board Committee in charge of procurement. Preparation of board justification/special board requests for new projects or emergency needs. Manage pre-bid meetings, bid closing and bid opening and prepare monthly reports for submission to PPDA. Any other duties as may be assigned by Management.
Requirement:
Bachelor's degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management; Social Sciences, Commerce, Development Economics, Development Studies, Business Studies, Accounting and Finance
Marketing, Financial Services and Business Computing, Business Statistics, Social Sciences, SWASA, Education, Microfinance any other relevant and/or related field.
Member of CIPS.
Master's degree in Business Administration or any Management related field is an added advantage
S/he should possess prior experience of 4 years and above.
Person Specifications:
Should have strong negotiation and analytical skills.
Should have a high degree of integrity, excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Must be able to meet set deadlines.
He/she should be aged between 25 - 38 years
How to apply:
If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience, please apply and send a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates / testimonials, postal address, current salary, salary expectation, names of 3 referees and a daytime telephone contact to the Head Human Capital Management, using the address below so as to reach not later than August 24. 2012.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. If you do not hear from us by October 31,2012; please consider yourself unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.