Director Supply Chain Management
Ref.
D/SCM/2023
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Director
General, the Director Supply Chain Management will serve as the Head of
Procurement for the Authority to perform the roles of the office as defined in
law.
This role requires top notch expertise
in public procurement in Kenya, and better understanding of the governing
legal instruments in the field.
The successful candidate will play the
role of supply chain facilitator to enable dependent departments in the
Authority achieve their objectives in the most efficient and effective manner.
Oversee the supply chain processes in
procurement, stores/inventory management and contract management as well as
advising the Authority on the interpretation and application of the Public
Procurement and Asset Disposal Law.
Advise the Authority in the
formulation and development of policies, plans and strategies in the areas of
supply chain.
Ensuring compliance with the
procurement and asset disposal Law.
Prepare Annual Procurement and Asset
Disposal Plan in line with the Law and monitortheir implementation.
Provide procurement professional opinions
to the Accounting Officer on all procurement contracts for goods, works,
services and consultancies.
Provide professional advice to the
Authority as required in relation to procurement and asset disposal processes.
Implement the Supply Chain strategies
and report in line with policies, processes and procedures to senior management
team and Board of Directors.
Oversee the management of inventory,
stores and assets in compliance with the guidelines issued by the Authority and
the National Treasury.
Prepare statutory and administrative
procurement and asset disposal reports as required by the Authority and other
Government bodies.
Oversee contract management to ensure
conformity with the contract terms and conditions of contract, and reports to
the Accounting Officer on any significant departures from the terms and
conditions of the contract.
Maintain an approved list of
registered suppliers and develop a mechanism of continually updating it.
Build the capacity of the Authority
through training and culture-change programme in Capacity building in public
sector supply chain management.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement,
Supply Chain Management or related degree from a recognized university.
Master’s degree is preferred.
Minimum of 12 years of experience
preferably in supply chain management and at least four (4) years of which in a
management role position in the public service or private sector.
Professional qualification and full
membership of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or CIPs.
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter
Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010).
Key Competencies:
In-depth knowledge and demonstrable
experience of public sector procurement laws in Kenya.
Proven experience in formulating and
implementing public sector procurement and disposal of assets in a complex work
environment.
Excellent analytical and
problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex technical issues
and develop practical solutions relating to procurement.
Strong leadership and team management
skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team of
professionals.
Excellent communication and
interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage and negotiate with
both internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
Strong project management skills, with
the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives and deadlines.
Ability to work under pressure in a
volatile and dynamic environment
How to Apply
The Authority offers a competitive package in line with
its Human Resource Policies and Procedures and Public Service Guidelines.
Director level appointments shall be for a five (5) year
contract term renewable subject to satisfactory
performance while the position of Deputy Director Human Resource Management
shall be for three (3) years. The rest of the positions will be on permanent
and pensionable terms.
The full details of the advertisement can be accessed on
https://www.ca.go.ke/about-us/work-with[1]us/careers/
Documents to be submitted by the applicants
Applications should be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and
copies of relevant academic and professional certificates.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit the
following documents: –
Tax Compliance Certificate from the
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
Certificate of Clearance from the
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).
Dully filled and stamped
Self-Declaration/Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
(EACC).
A Clearance Certificate from an
approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
The Self-Declaration form from the
EACC should indicate the respective position that is being applied for.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted for
interviews.
Submission of Applications
The application letter indicating the specific position and reference number
should be addressed to:
The
Director General
Communications Authority
of Kenya
P.O. Box 14448
Nairobi 00800.
Applicants are invited to submit applications via email
address: jobs@ca.go.ke by
Friday, 23rd June, 2023 at 5.00 p.m. East Africa Time.
The Authority is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified Kenyans
including Persons Living with Disabilities are encouraged to apply
