Director, Procurement (1 Post)
Strategic Management Jobs
- Great Zimbabwe University- GZU
- Expires 15 Jul 2021
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
Great Zimbabwe University, an equal opportunity employer, invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following post that has arisen within the institution:
Duties and Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Overseeing procurement of goods and services by the University in line with procurement laws;
• Developing and ensuring implementation of the procurement plan for the University;
• Formulating internal controls around the procurement cycle and identifying and managing risks associated with procurement.
• Advising accurately and timeously the Vice Chancellor on all procurement issues;
• Conducting research on procurement, providing guidance and incorporating procurement best practices to ensure the University gets value for money;
• Giving technical advice to University committees and departments on procurement;
• Preparing bidding documents in compliance with provisions of the Public Procurement Act and Disposal of Public Assets Act;
• Preparing evaluation reports including contract award recommendations where necessary;
• Submitting all evaluation reports to the Accounting Officer with confirmation that the procurement process has been conducted in accordance with the Public Procurement Act and other applicable laws;
• Formulating work objectives, directing, supervising and reviewing staff assignments; and
• Any other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants must have at least a Masters’ degree in Purchasing and Supply/ Logistics or equivalent, a first degree in Purchasing and Supply / Logistics or equivalent plus at least six (6) years of progressively relevant post – qualification experience in a purchasing and supply / logistics role. In addition, the applicant must be a member of a recognized professional body such as (CIPS, ZIPS, CILT) with good communication and presentation skills. Thorough knowledge of the Public Procurement Act and other related laws is a must. The incumbent must be highly ICT literate, possess risk management skills and be a holder of a clean class 4 drivers’ licence.
How to Apply
APPLICATIONS
Applicants must submit six copies of applications of the following: application letter, certified certificates and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, contact telephone number(s) and names and addresses of three referees to:
The Director, Human Resources
Great Zimbabwe University
P O Box 1235
MASVINGO
Or email applications to recruitment@gzu.ac.zw as a single PDF file
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 15 July, 2021. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
