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Are you looking for Procurement jobs in Uganda 2024 today? then you might be interested in Senior Procurement Officer job at Jhpiego
About the Organisation
Jhpiego is a global health nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health of women and families by providing transformative health care solutions and advancing innovative approaches to health systems strengthening. With a mission to prevent the needless deaths of women and children by improving health care delivery systems and ensuring access to quality care, Jhpiego has earned widespread recognition for its leadership in maternal, newborn, and child health, as well as its work in reproductive health and HIV/AIDS prevention. Known for its strong reputation in public health, the organization is valued for its evidence-based, sustainable, and culturally relevant solutions.
Jhpiego fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, emphasizing respect, diversity, and professional development, offering employees a supportive environment with opportunities for growth, a flexible work-life balance, and competitive benefits. Established in 1973 as part of Johns Hopkins University, Jhpiego has grown from a small technical assistance provider to a global health leader, operating in over 40 countries and delivering impactful programs in maternal health, family planning, and disease prevention.
The organization’s innovative approach blends research, technology, and local knowledge to create scalable, adaptable solutions that improve health outcomes in some of the world’s most challenging settings. Jhpiego's size and reach have made it a key partner to governments, international organizations, and local communities, making a difference through sustainable health interventions. Guided by its core values of excellence, innovation, and equity, Jhpiego continues to make a lasting impact on global health. Through its corporate social responsibility initiatives, Jhpiego invests in capacity building, health workforce development, and improving health access for underserved populations. For more information, visit www.jhpiego.org.
Jhpiego is implementing a five-year Urban Health Activity in Kampala, Mukono and Wakiso with funding from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The Activity aims to strengthen urban health systems and improve equitable health outcomes among all urban dwellers by working with districts, municipalities, and the Kampala Capital City Authority to provide quality primary healthcare services. It also focuses on optimizing available resources and enhancing private sector capacity to ensure sustainable improvements in health outcomes and a more resilient urban healthcare system. The Activity will address poor quality of care, congestion in public health facilities, uncoordinated referral system, weak community and surveillance structures, limited private sector capacity, and gaps in enabling environment results in poor health outcomes. The project's key expected results include the following: improved access to and use of quality, maternal, newborn and child health (MNCH), family planning/reproductive health (FP/RH), nutrition, and malaria services and improved disease outbreak response.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Senior Procurement Officer job at Jhpiego
Jhpiego
Job Description
Job ID 2024-6632
Location UG-Kampala
Category International Positions
Employment Status Full-Time
Purpose of the Role:
The Senior Procurement Officer, reporting to the Procurement Manager, is responsible for supporting procurement operations for the Jhpiego Uganda Country Office. This includes sourcing, negotiating, purchasing, and coordinating with a wide variety of vendors and suppliers. The Procurement Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation of Jhpiego’s procurement systems and procedures. They will work closely with the Procurement Manager to ensure timely and efficient procurement processes and will proactively identify and address any gaps in the system, recommending improvements as needed.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Provide procurement support to the Jhpiego Uganda Country Office
Perform purchasing functions including:
Sourcing quotations and negotiating prices, terms, delivery, and after-sale services with vendors
Preparing the basis for vendor selection (BVS, justifications) and forwarding to Jhpiego Baltimore for approval when necessary
Preparing documentation for prior approval and raising LPOs to forward to vendors/suppliers
Following up with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services
Collaborate with Jhpiego staff to determine specifications for goods and services
Maintain and update procurement systems and records, ensuring compliance with Jhpiego Baltimore’s procurement standards
Assist in coordinating and delivery of receipts by vendors to office.
Participate in evaluating, appraising, and selecting pre-qualified suppliers/vendors.
Work closely with the Procurement Manager to ensure smooth and timely procurement processes, proactively identifying and addressing any gaps in procedures.
Ensure proper filing and archiving of procurement documents.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
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INDUSTRIAL
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RESIDENTIAL
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Procurement and logistics management or a related field
Must be a Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)
Minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience in procurement or administration
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience is an added advantage
Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations
Experience working in a busy office environment
Proficiency in MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel
Strong command of both written and spoken English
Broad range of administrative, office management, and computer skills
How to Apply
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MONDAY 16TH DECEMBER 2024. APPLICATION MAY CLOSE EARLIER AS WE ARE SHORTLISTING ON A ROLLING BASIS.
Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans
