Procurement Officer - IntraHealth International Jobs in Kenya

IntraHealth International believes in a world where all people have an equal opportunity for health and well being.

We have served the public health needs of developing countries for almost 30 years.

We have worked in more than 50 countries, with the support of the US government, foundations, corporations 
and individuals.

IntraHealth International supports health workers to succeed, improve policies and systems for a strong workforce, and extend health services to meet communities' needs.

Procurement Officer
Ref/PO/03/2010

The successful candidate will provide procurement support for IntraHealth Kenya office. This position reports to HR & Administration Manager.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the lead procurement officer, ensuring compliance with IntraHealth and donor specific procurement/cost regulations.
  • Set up and continuously appraise the procurement systems/processes that will meet IntraHealth's auditing standards.
  • Prepare and carry out annual pre-qualification of major services/goods and ensure that the annual competitive bids are sourced.
  • Take lead in procurement for both routine and non-routine; which include obtaining quotations, compiling selection summary in accordance with the policy and preparing local purchase orders/ contracts.
  • Ensure ordered services and goods are provided satisfactorily and invoices for such services are received in a timely manner. Update and ensure safe upkeep (including insurance) of the inventory for the country office.
  • Maintain a filing system for all procurement records.
Qualifications and Experience
  • Minimum bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, public administration or equivalent.
  • Preferred professional qualification in CIPS or other procurement certification.
  • At least 3 years working experience in a procurement role for an International NGO.
  • Knowledgeable in donor requirements and/or international procurement best practices.
  • Good communicator, team player and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to work with minimum supervision and can deliver on agreed timelines.
  • Demonstrate high level of integrity.
  • Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of key computer programs.
If your background, experience and competencies match the above specifications please send your detailed CV indicating daytime telephone numbers, address and the names of three referees to the address below not later than 2nd April 2010, quoting the position reference:

IntraHealth International Inc
Unga House, Muthithi Road, 7th Floor
P.O. Box 66726 - 00800
Nairobi

Email: Jobskenya @ intrahealth.org

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.