Job Opportunity: Procurement Assistant

Organization: Infectious Disease Institute
Type: Full-time
Industry: Nonprofit and NGO
Category: Admin & Office

Location: Kampala, East Africa, Uganda
Deadline: Friday, May 10, 2024

Summary:
The Infectious Disease Institute (IDI) is seeking a dedicated Procurement Assistant to join our team. This role involves providing comprehensive procurement support for both local and international purchases, encompassing medical drugs, laboratory equipment, office supplies, IT requirements, renovations, and service agreements. If you’re passionate about procurement and want to make a difference in healthcare, apply now.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive, review, and process requisitions from various departments.
• Solicit and evaluate quotations from vendors, adhering to IDI’s procurement policies.
• Generate and dispatch purchase orders to selected suppliers/providers.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure timely payment of invoices.
• Maintain organized procurement documentation and contracts register.
• Monitor contract expirations and facilitate renewal or contracting processes.
• Undertake additional tasks as delegated by the supervisor.

Academic Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field from a recognized institution.
• Professional qualification of at least level 4 CIPS.

Specific Experience:

• Minimum of three years’ experience in procurement and supply chain management within a reputable organization.

Person Specification:

• University degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Enrollment in a relevant supply chain management course, such as CIPS, is advantageous.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment.

Work Hours: 8 hours per day
Experience: 36 months
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree

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