Assistant Director, Procurement Services at Nairobi City County Public Service Board

Job Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following: – Purchasing and Supply Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Logistics and Supply Chain Management or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution
• Experience of at least 7 years in procurement services, 2 of which should be at middle management level
• Meets the provisions and requirements as stipulated in the SPM Act 2007.
• Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• Certificate in computer proficiency
• Meets the provision of chapter six of the constitution
• Full membership to a professional body either KISM/CIPS or both.

Job Description

• initiate policy review on procedures, rules and regulations
• oversee procurement activities within and submit internal reports to the Deputy Director Procurement and Contract Administration Services
• Participate in development and preparation of specific County/Departmental procurement manuals
• Provide  guidelines  on safety and security in  ensuring timely disclosure  of information on procurement opportunities and awarded contracts
• Ensure cordial supplier relationships
• Prepare budgets and work plans
• Review of tender documents
• Dissemination of market and financial information
• Design of training programs for supply chain management personnel
• Ensuring preparation of procurement plans in the County
• Developing and reviewing performance targets and agreements
• Participating in negotiations with suppliers of goods, works and services
• Perform any related duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.