PLANNING AND COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT UNIT – LEVEL 8 (2)

Duties and Responsibilities

 Ensure that procurement is done in accordance the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act, and with any other policies and procedures affecting effective execution of procurement duties in the Authority.

 Implement and manage an effective legal compliance program. 9

 Develop and review company procurement policies and procedures.

 Advise management on the company’s compliance with laws and regulations through detailed reports.

 Prepare PRAZ returns and other internal reports as assigned.

 Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations relating to procurement.

 Regularly audit procurement procedures, practices, and documents to identify possible weaknesses or risk.

 Ensure all PMU members are trained on the latest regulations and processes.

 Resolve PMU members’ concerns about legal compliance.

 Training and development of Procurement Evaluation Committee (PEC) members. Job Skills and Competencies  Ability to work under immense pressure and beyond stipulated hours.

 Knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Packages.

 Good organizational, people and time management skills and sound knowledge of contracts and compliance management.

 Good communication and strong interpersonal skills.

 A team player who is innovative and analytical

Qualifications and Experience

 A degree in Administration / Business Administration / Logistics / Supply Chain Management / Purchasing & Supply Management or equivalent.

 An MBA / MBL / MSc is an added advantage.

 Knowledge of SAP is an advantage.

 Full Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) membership is an added advantage.

 At least five (5) years working experience in Purchasing and Supply environment at supervisory or management level of which two (2) years should be in Public Procurement Compliance Environment.