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Vision An advisory institution of excellence on matters of Science, Technology, Innovation and Research. Mission To effectively co-ordinate, research,promote and provide evidence based policy advice on matters of Science, Technology and Innovation in Kenya for national social- economic development. Core values The Commission upholds integrity,profes...
The Manager, Supply Chain Management will report to the Director General/CEO and will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:
i. Ensuring effective and efficient procurement of works, goods and services for the Commission
ii. Ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and other procurement regulations in force
iii. Developing and coordinating the preparation of annual procurement plan and its implementation
iv. Developing a Procurement Manual for the Commission
v. Coordinating tender, procurement and disposal activities
vi. Ensuring compliance with Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (2015) Preparing procurement documents, processing contracts for supply of works, goods and services and payment documents
vii. Ensuring delivery of procured works, good and services as per specifications
viii. Coordinating cost effective disposal of obsolete equipment, furniture and other stores in accordance with law.
Qualifications, Competencies and Experience required for appointment to this position:
i. Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management or other relevant field.
ii. In addition the candidate must have experience of at least eight (8) years in Supply Chain Management Services, three (3) years of which must have been in Senior management position in the Public Service or Private sector.
iii. Must have a post graduate diploma in Supplies Chain Management
iv. Must be a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) in a good standing with relevant professional body
v. Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, 2015
vi. Proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Key Competencies:
i. Strategic leadership course
ii. Strong leadership in negotiation skills
iii. Self drive to achieve high results
iv. Good communication skills
v. Team player
Interested Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications enclosing copies of updated Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates. Additionally, they should provide names of three (3) referees one of whom must be an immediate or past supervisor. A copy of National Identity Card, details of Remuneration history and Current contact MUST be provided.
Applications MUST clearly indicate the Reference Number of the Vacancy and should be sent either by post to:
The Director General/CEO
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation
P.O Box 30623 – 00100 Nairobi, KENYA
Utalii House, 9th Floor, Room 902,
on or before 5.00 p.m.,4th April 2017
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified Kenyans are encouraged to apply. Women, Persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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