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Job Summary

Job Title:
Procurement Assistant
Employer:
Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)
Location:
Kampala, Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Procurement Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Friday, 20 December 2024

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About the Organisation

Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) was established in 1992 by an Act of Parliament (Cap 208) and is under the Office of the President of the Republic of Uganda. The Act provides for the Commission to Oversee, Plan and Coordinate AIDS Prevention and Control activities throughout Uganda.

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Kampala, Uganda

The Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) is a government agency established to coordinate and implement national HIV/AIDS programs, with the mission of reducing the prevalence of HIV, improving the quality of life for those affected, and fostering a healthy, HIV-free society. UAC is highly recognized for its pivotal role in shaping the national HIV/AIDS policy and coordinating efforts across various sectors to combat the epidemic. With a strong reputation for transparency, collaboration, and evidence-based approaches, UAC is known for its leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS, both within Uganda and in the global community.

The commission promotes a work culture focused on professionalism, inclusivity, and a commitment to public health, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment. UAC has evolved from a small advisory body to a robust organization overseeing a broad range of national programs, with partnerships across governments, NGOs, and international bodies. Through innovative strategies such as comprehensive HIV prevention campaigns, community engagement, and healthcare service integration, UAC is ensuring the sustainable management of HIV/AIDS in Uganda.

With a significant presence across Uganda, UAC reaches millions of citizens, supporting them through education, treatment programs, and policy advocacy. Its core values include collaboration, accountability, inclusivity, and compassion, driving the organization's work towards its goal of ending the HIV/AIDS epidemic. UAC is also committed to corporate social responsibility, focusing on education, outreach, and healthcare accessibility. For more information, visit www.uac.go.ug.

Are you looking for Procurement jobs in Uganda 2024 today? then you might be interested in Procurement Assistant job at Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)

Full Time

Deadline: 

20 Dec 2024

Job Title

Procurement Assistant job at Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)

Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)

Job Description

Job Title:  Procurement Assistant

Organisation: Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Procurement Officer


Responsible for raising purchase orders and maintaining procurement records, assist in contractor selections by gathering procurement specifications and tender bids received from suppliers.

How to Apply

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

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All applications indicating the title of the position being applied for should be addressed to the Director General, Uganda AIDS Commission, Plot 1-3 Salim Bay Road Ntinda, P.O Box 10779, Kampala or sent by mail to recruitment@uac.go.ug

Applicants should attach the following to their applications

  • Letter expressing interest

  • Detailed curriculum vitae with names, addresses, and phone contacts of three professional referees

  • Copies of relevant academic/professional certificates

  • Copies of previous appointments letters or contract agreements. Any period of employment not backed up by a letter shall not be considered as relevant experience

  • Copy of National Identity Card

Deadline: 20th December 2024 at 5.00pm

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to present your original Academic Transcripts, Certificates and National Identity Card during interviews. UAC is an equal opportunities employer.

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare purchase requisitions, and issues purchase orders and contracts in accordance with PPDA guidelines.

  • Prepare submissions to contracts committee meetings

  • Receive and open bids

  • Issue bidding documents to the shortlisted bidders

  • Draft supplier contracts and Local Purchase Orders,

  • Issue Local Purchase Orders and signed Contracts to providers

  • Prepare bid awards (BEB) for approval by the Accounting Officer.

  • Issue BEBs to providers

  • Prepare payment documents to be submitted to Directorate of Finance and Accounts

  • Capture weekly data entries of procurement activities (procurement status report) for both ongoing and completed in the procurement

  • Handle documentation for Micro Procurements.

  • Follow up with suppliers to ensure that all goods and services have been made in the required timelines.

  • Maintain and keep an up to date filing system for procurement files for ease reference

  • Draft weekly, monthly and quarterly procurement reports

  • Make entries of procurement activities into the Government Procurement Portal (GPP)

Procurement Assistant job at Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC)

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Qualifications:

  • A Bachelors of Procurement and Supply Chain Management or Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics Management from a recognized Awarding Institution.


Experience:

  • At least 3 years working experience at the level of stores Assistant in a public or any other reputable private Organization

 

Competences:

  • Records and information management

  • Supply Chain

  • Effective Communication Skills

  • Ethics and integrity

  • Information Technology

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