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Head Procurement & Disposal job at Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) | Apply Now
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) is a state-owned enterprise mandated to procure electricity in bulk, transmit it across the national grid, and manage cross-border power trade, playing a pivotal role in Uganda’s energy sector and economic development. Established in 2001 following the restructuring of the Uganda Electricity Board, UETCL has earned recognition for its operational reliability, strategic partnerships, and commitment to national infrastructure growth. The company fosters a professional and inclusive work culture that values integrity, continuous learning, and teamwork, offering diverse career opportunities in engineering, operations, project management, and administration with both permanent and contractual engagements.
UETCL’s innovative business model focuses on expanding the transmission network, integrating renewable energy sources, and implementing smart grid technologies to improve efficiency and reliability. With a rapidly growing network that spans across all regions of Uganda and interconnects with neighboring countries, the company embodies core values of transparency, accountability, safety, and service excellence. UETCL actively supports corporate social responsibility through community development projects, environmental conservation, and educational programs, contributing to the well-being of the communities it serves. For more information, visit www.uetcl.go.ug.
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Full Time
Deadline:
6 Sept 2024
Head Procurement & Disposal job at Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)
Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL)
Job Description
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
To manage all procurement and disposal activities of the Uganda Electricity Transmission Company Limited (UETCL) per the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, Regulations, and Development Partners’ procurement guidelines.
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Offer managerial oversight to the Procurement and Disposal Department and manage the performance and development of staff in the Department in line with UETCL’s goals, objectives, policies and regulations.
Facilitate procurement planning, contracting and control to ensure compliance with best practices and value for money.
Prepare and maintain an updated procurement and disposal plan for the Company and ensure adherence to the plan.
Liaise with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Authority (PPDA) and Development Partners on matters within their jurisdiction in accordance with Sec 31 and Sec 32 of the PPDA Act.
In consultation with user departments, initiate the procurement processes and coordinate the preparation of Terms of Reference, Statement of Requirements, Specifications and Bid documents for procurement activities under UETCL Corporate Business Plan and Statutory performance agreement.
Support the function of the Contracts Committee and implementation of their decisions.
Periodically review the internal procurement policies, practices and procedures to ensure relevance with UETCL’s Business strategy.
Maintain an updated Company procurement profile on the Government Procurement
Portal (GPP).
Maintain and archive records of the procurement and disposal process.
Develop and manage the Procurement and Disposal documentation process, storage system and registries for procurement related documents and records in line with the PPDA Act and Regulations and UETCL’s Records Management guidelines.
Provide technical advice and guidance to staff of UETCL on procurement and disposal matters.
Monitor performance of UETCL’s contracts.
Establish and maintain an updated database of prequalified suppliers and service providers.
Manage departmental resources and activities including but not limited to budgeting, procurement and human resource.
Ensure timely delivery of procurements in accordance with procurement plan.
And also carry out any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
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University Degree in Procurement and Logistics Management, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Commerce, Economics, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or any other related field.
Master’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a Management discipline will be an added advantage.
Full membership of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), American Purchasing Society (APS), IPPU, CPSP or an equivalent from a recognized awarding Institution is an added advantage.
Eight (8) years’ experience in Procurement Management, non –consulting services, works, and consulting services.
Five (5) years’ experience at senior level in Procuring for development agencies/partners on funded projects.
Demonstrated experience in the project lifecycle management is an added advantage.
Demonstrated knowledge of the local procurement laws and regulations.
Ability to work as part of a team and to develop subordinates.
Understanding of significant legal and commercial issues within the supply chain.
Strategic thinking and ability to work and produce accurate results in an environment with multiple and challenging tasks.
Approachable with strong interpersonal & listening skills together with the ability to empower their team.
Clear ability to identify and set performance deliverables.
Track record of delivering targets.
Strong results orientation.
Self-motivated and a self-starter.
Excellent interpersonal, particularly staff/management skills.
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