Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 21 2023, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

Job Purpose
The Manager Procurement will manage the Agency's procurement processes and enforce adherence to the procurement laws and guidelines. The Manager will also lead the process of ensuring that the Agency undertakes green procurement while obtaining value for money.

Main duties and Accountabilities (Without Limitation)
The main duties of the Manager Procurement include;
• Managing the sourcing and procurement of goods, works and services in accordance with good procurement practices, laid down procedures and guidelines.
• Managing the preparation of solicitation documents and enquiries for goods, works and services in liaison with user Departments.
• Preparation of bid evaluation reports, contracts and other related procurement documentation. Ensure preparation of purchase orders and that they are raised in compliance with Government and ZEMA procurement policies and procedures.
• Maintain auditable records for all procured items which include all supporting documentation: bid evaluations with memorandum of negotiation, purchase orders, Invoices and proofs of delivery.
• Ensure that complete procurement-related backup documentation is maintained and submitted for payments.
• Maintain regular communication with the user departments to plan for and provide approval for goods and services.
• Regular orientation of staff on procurement procedures and guidelines.
• Assess all vendors/suppliers and ensure that they meet the minimum requirements to be on the suppliers list. This also involves conducting supplier premises visits to monitor and evaluate supplier standards.
• Ensure the timely delivery of goods and services in liaison with Contract Managers.
• Provide secretarial services to the Procurement Committee.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification and Experience
• Grade 12 School Certificate or its equivalent
• Degree or equivalent in procurement and supply or any related field.
• 5 years of experience in a reputable organization with three (3) years at Management level. • Must be a member of the Zambia Institutes of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)

Required attributes and Competencies • Incorruptible
• High Integrity, Visionary and goals driven
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the ZPPA Act.
• Ability to supervise the procurement team;
• Intellectual ability to apply ZPPA regulations;
• Exceptional interpersonal and team working skills;
• Proven problem-solving skills and exceptional customer relations when dealing with both internal and external clients;
• Computer literacy; and
• Pragmatic, efficient and highly organized personality.

Tenure of employment & Remuneration
• Three (3) year contract term, renewable subject to satisfactory performance


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates may send their application letters, certified coples of relevant academic certificates and Curriculum Vitae indicating contact telephone numbers, email addresses and contact details of at least three traceable referees to the address below:
The Director General
Zambia Environmental Management Agency
Corner of Church and Suez roads.
P. O. Box 35131,
LUSAKA.
CLOSING DATE

Closing date for receiving applications is Friday 11 August 2023. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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