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About the Organisation
Educate! is a transformative nonprofit organization with a mission to equip youth in Africa with the skills to succeed in today’s economy through experiential education, mentorship, and leadership development, empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs and changemakers. Highly acclaimed for its innovative, results-driven model, Educate! has received global recognition from institutions like the World Bank and the World Economic Forum, standing out as a leader in education reform and youth empowerment.
The organization nurtures a collaborative and purpose-driven work culture where team members are inspired to innovate, grow, and make a tangible impact, offering meaningful job opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and robust professional development pathways. Since its founding in 2009, Educate! has evolved from a pilot project in Uganda to a regionally impactful organization influencing national education systems in countries like Rwanda and Kenya.
Its model combines practical learning with policy advocacy, integrating entrepreneurship and workforce readiness into secondary school curriculums, reaching thousands of schools and millions of students. With core values centered on impact, learning, innovation, and integrity, Educate! is deeply committed to inclusive development and supports community advancement through partnerships, teacher training, and gender equity programs. To explore more about its mission, programs, and opportunities, visit www.experienceeducate.org.
Educate! prepares youth in Africa with the skills to succeed in today’s economy. We tackle youth unemployment by partnering with schools and governments to reform what schools teach and how they teach it, so that students in Africa have the skills to attain further education, overcome gender inequities, start businesses, get jobs and drive development in their communities. Our model is delivered through practically-trained teachers and youth mentors. Educate!’s goal is to make this practical, skills-based model part of national education systems.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Procurement & Logistics Coordinator (Re-advertised) job at Educate
Educate!
Job Description
Job Title: Procurement & Logistics Coordinator (Re-advertised)
Organisation: Educate!
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Educate!, a fast-growing and award-winning social enterprise, is seeking an enthusiastic and self-driven procurement and logistics coordinator to support Operations in Uganda. We’re looking for someone who has non-profit experience, delivers results while handling multiple projects, is willing to learn at a faster rate, and can handle change management processes.
The procurement and logistics coordinator will report directly to the Educate! Operations Manager. You will be part of the Uganda operations department and handle Procurement and Price Research & Verification, Contracts and Supplier Management, Quality Control, Contractor Management.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Procurement and Price Research & Verification – 35%
Implement the procurement policy and strategy and promote purchasing best practices to maximize savings.
Ensure procurement processes are complete, accurate, documented and in compliance with relevant laws & E! Policy.
Anticipate procurement needs to pre-select competitive vendors, and create systems to track and strategically guard against common procurement challenges
Ensure proper documentation for all procurement requests before presentation for authorization.
Ensure that standard operating procedures for the procurement function are understood and applied by staff.
Coordinate the awards to the best bidder and draft a contract for the selected vendor.
Carry out regular market research and update the price list at least twice a year as a guide for user departments
Ensure that price comparisons or other procedures do not delay procurements past communicated deadline
Formally and proactively communicates and advises budget holders and Operations Manager on instances of cost reduction.
Contracts and Supplier Management (25%)
Spearhead the prequalification process for vendors and service providers in anticipation of implied procurement needs.
Build and keep a well maintained pipeline of preferred vendors to lower procurement related risks.
Maintain well documented vendor lists with company products and shares with management as is necessary.
Build and maintain a strong E! relationship with vendors for the benefit of wholesale discounts & customer loyalty awards within the boundaries of the Educate! Ethics Guide.
Provide timely, accurate and adequate specifications to vendors and respond to clarifications in a timely manner.
Ensure vendor contracts have complete specifications and right invoices are paid promptly.
Participate in negotiation of contract terms on a range of central contracts and monitor performance against these contracts.
Quality Control (20%)
Ensure quality of materials or services to ensure consistency with requirements through quality monitoring from initiation to usage.
Conclude procurements within the time the stipulated timelines
Ensure there are operational controls of the facility services such as telephone, internet, reception, security etc.
Ensure maintenance and optimization of Head Office IT infrastructure and systems
Ensure proper safety of the procurement documents
Suggest improvements based on regular staff feedback and respond to challenges within stipulated timelines.
Seek and respond to feedback from end users on quality of products delivered to ensure value for money.
Contractor Management (20%)
Lead the recruitment process for Enumerators (from adverting to shortlisting of candidates, conducting interviews, awarding and contracting)
Maintain a clean, up-to date database of Enumerators for different programs
Process payments for Enumerators in a timely manner
Collect and provide feedback to Enumerators and generally ensure that their experience with E! is pleasant
Performance Objectives
Procurement and Price Research & Verification – 35%
Contracts and Supplier Management (25%)
Quality Control (20%)
Contractor Management (20%)
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
At least 3 years of proven Experience in procurement, logistics, or supply chain management in a fast paced environment, preferably within the NGO sector.
Strong Analytical Skills to assess procurement processes and ensure cost-efficiency and effectiveness.
Excellent Organizational Abilities to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and resource allocation.
Effective Communication Skills to liaise with vendors, stakeholders, and team members, ensuring clear and concise information exchange.
Problem-Solving Mindset to address logistical challenges and implement efficient solutions.
Attention to Detail to meticulously handle procurement documentation.
Proficiency in Procurement Software and Microsoft Office Suite to streamline procurement activities and reporting.
Commitment to Ethical Practices ensuring compliance with organizational policies and industry standards.
Adaptability to adjust to changing priorities and work environments, supporting the dynamic needs of the organization.
Team Player with the ability to work collaboratively within diverse and multicultural teams.
Driven by Impact with a passion for contributing to the organization’s mission of transforming education and scaling impact.
How to Apply
All candidates should apply online at the Apply Button below.
