The
Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) is the regulator of the
communications industry. It was established through the Communications
Act of 1997 (Cap 106 Laws of Uganda). The Commission is now inviting
applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following
vacant position-.
PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL UNIT:
Job Title: Procurement Officer
Reports to; Procurement Specialist
Role;
Assist the functioning of the Procurement and Disposal Unit (PDU) of the Commission and carry out general duties related to supporting the procurement processes, administration and records at the PDU.
Key Result Areas
1. Obtain and summarize information from user departments for incorporation to the UCC Procurement and Disposal Plan and participate in all activities involved in the procurement cycle.
2. Assist in drafting bidding documents for review by the Procurement Specialist and Manager, Procurement and Disposal Unit.
3. Prepare and sort approved documents for review by the evaluation team. negotiations team and contracts committee; and disseminate the documents.
4. Obtain copies of approved bidding documents and maintain a register of bids issued, bids received and arrange for the bid opening ceremonies,
5. Ensure that all notices are publicized appropriately and direct all communication received in PDU and moving out of the PDU, both internal and external.
6. Manage the PDU archive of records system by among other things filing all relevant documents sequentially to ensure quick retrieval of information , in their required number of copies, ensure proper referencing of the files and locations of the same, divided under goods, works, services and as may be advised.
7. Maintain a link with user departments to ensure that contract management reports are in place and maintain a register of invoices received and forwarded for payment.
8. Maintain a register of all the assets in PDU and recommend acquisition, disposal, replacement or maintenance to the Procurement specialist
9. Carry out any other duties as may be directed by the Procurement Specialist and Manager, Procurement and Disposal Unit
PROCUREMENT AND DISPOSAL UNIT:
Job Title: Procurement Officer
Reports to; Procurement Specialist
Role;
Assist the functioning of the Procurement and Disposal Unit (PDU) of the Commission and carry out general duties related to supporting the procurement processes, administration and records at the PDU.
Key Result Areas
1. Obtain and summarize information from user departments for incorporation to the UCC Procurement and Disposal Plan and participate in all activities involved in the procurement cycle.
2. Assist in drafting bidding documents for review by the Procurement Specialist and Manager, Procurement and Disposal Unit.
3. Prepare and sort approved documents for review by the evaluation team. negotiations team and contracts committee; and disseminate the documents.
4. Obtain copies of approved bidding documents and maintain a register of bids issued, bids received and arrange for the bid opening ceremonies,
5. Ensure that all notices are publicized appropriately and direct all communication received in PDU and moving out of the PDU, both internal and external.
6. Manage the PDU archive of records system by among other things filing all relevant documents sequentially to ensure quick retrieval of information , in their required number of copies, ensure proper referencing of the files and locations of the same, divided under goods, works, services and as may be advised.
7. Maintain a link with user departments to ensure that contract management reports are in place and maintain a register of invoices received and forwarded for payment.
8. Maintain a register of all the assets in PDU and recommend acquisition, disposal, replacement or maintenance to the Procurement specialist
9. Carry out any other duties as may be directed by the Procurement Specialist and Manager, Procurement and Disposal Unit
Job requirement
Qualifications
• Degree in Procurement or Logistics management/ or Supply Chain management from a recognized university;
• Professional qualification in procurement, logistics or supply chain management will be an added advantage; and
• MUST be computer literate.
Experience and Knowledge:
• At least three (3) years experience in Procurement.
Character:
• Good Communication and interpersonal skills, team player, high degree of integrity and ability to work independently.
BENEFITS:
• The successful candidate for the advertised position will sign a 3-year renewable contract with the Commission.
• Very attractive package will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with his/her qualifications and previous work experience.
• Degree in Procurement or Logistics management/ or Supply Chain management from a recognized university;
• Professional qualification in procurement, logistics or supply chain management will be an added advantage; and
• MUST be computer literate.
Experience and Knowledge:
• At least three (3) years experience in Procurement.
Character:
• Good Communication and interpersonal skills, team player, high degree of integrity and ability to work independently.
BENEFITS:
• The successful candidate for the advertised position will sign a 3-year renewable contract with the Commission.
• Very attractive package will be offered to the successful candidate commensurate with his/her qualifications and previous work experience.
How to apply
MODE OF APPLICATION:Interested candidates should deliver applications indicating their telephone, e-mail addresses accompanied with the following documents:
1. Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating two professional and one character referees. Members of Uganda Communications Commission shall not be accepted as referees.
2. Copies of certificates, testimonials, cited in the CV,
Applications should be submitted to the following address NOT LATER THAN 5.00 pm on 26th August 2011 to:
The Director/Human Resources and
Administration,
Uganda Communications Commission,
UCC House
Plot 42-44 Spring Road, Bugolobi
P. O. Box 7376, KAMPALA
Only short listed applicants will be notified. Any form of canvassing will automatically lead to disqualification of a candidate.
You can also visit our Website on:
www.ucc.co.ug