Procurement & Logistics Officer Job in Kenya

CHF International’s mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.

CHF International / Kenya is seeking to hire a
 Procurement & Logistics Officer for its programs in Kenya.

The Procurement & Logistics Officer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all day-to-day program support activities and effective coordination and integration of all support activities resolving challenges and obstacles through proper logistical planning.

The position holder will oversee procurement of goods, equipment & services, review contracts and leases, conduct annual vendor pre-qualification, maintenance of the office buildings, grounds,
equipment and vehicles.

The Procurement & Logistics Officer is responsible for developing annual department budget, detailed work plans, providing technical assistance & training in procurement, fleet & asset management and logistics to our partners.

The Procurement & Logistics officer will manage hiring, and/or leasing, general use & maintenance of all program vehicles.

Additionally, the Procurement and Logistics Officer will oversee the general safety and security procedures, conduct OFAC checks, maintain and regularly update the security plan and document security related incidents and alerts.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, purchasing & supply or a relevant field.
  • Minimum three years working experience in procurement & logistics experience preferably with US Government funded projects.
  • In depth knowledge of USAID rules and regulations will be an added advantage.
  • Able to read and interpret contract documents
  • Strong communication skills;
  • Fluent in both English and Swahili;
  • A person of known integrity.
  • Willing to travel outside of Nairobi as required to perform duties.
To apply, email to vacancies@chfkenya.org a cover letter, detailed CV documenting work history and current responsibilities, salary history, and educational certificates, and three referencecontacts. 

One of the referees has to be an immediate supervisor.

Applications must be received by October 23, 2011 to be considered.
 

For more details on this position visit our website:www.chfkenya.org/vacancies.php


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