Salaries and Remuneration Commission Senior Officer – Supply Chain Management Jobs in Kenya

Salaries and Remuneration Commission Senior Officer – Supply Chain Management Jobs in Kenya

Salaries and Remuneration Commission is an independent Commission established under Article
230 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010, with the mandate to set and regularly review the
Remuneration and Benefits of all State Officers and to advise the National and County
Governments on the Remuneration and Benefits of all other Public Officers.

In carrying out its mandate, the Commission has to take into account the principles of; fiscal sustainability of the public compensation bill, attraction and retention of requisite skills for service delivery, productivity and performance, transparency, fairness and equity.

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Officer - Supply Chain Management

Grade: RL 5

Corporation/Organization: Salaries and Remuneration Commission

Directorate: N/A

Department: Supply Chain Management

Division: N/A

Section/ Unit: Supply Chain Management

Location/ Work Station: Nairobi (Head Office)

Reporting Relationships

Reports to: Reports to the Head of Supply Chain Management

Direct Reports: Supply Chain Management Officer

Indirect Reports: Supply Chain Management Assistant

Job Purpose

This role is responsible for the implementation of strategies, policies and manuals in the
Commission’s supply chain management function in accordance with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act (PPADA), 2015 and Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Regulations (PPADR), 2020.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

I. Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

Provides input in the development of procurement and stores guidelines and manuals to
streamline, standardize and ensure integrity of procurement and asset disposal processes

Lead the development and performance management of staff that report to the position
for the achievement of both the individual and departmental goals;

Identify and evaluate risks and implications of the departmental activities;

Provide input into the departmental work plans and compile budget estimates to inform
the departmental planning process;

Motivate, mentor and coach staff that report to the position;

Identify training needs and propose training programs for departmental staff;

II. Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

Develop tender documents, coordinate evaluation, provide technical advice during
evaluation of tender.

Assist in the consolidation of the Commission Annual Procurement Plan and Asset Disposal
Plan.

Draft contracts, supplier correspondence, award and regret letters.

Maintain and update the asset register of the Commission.

Assist in monitoring of projects, contracts and acts as Secretary in the Project
Implementation Team.

Draft Department work plans and assist in continuous performance monitoring and
reporting.

Acts as the risk champion of the Department.

Prepare statutory reports, (EACC, PPRA reports) to be submitted to all relevant authorities periodically.

Draft clarifications to bidders, addendums and any amendments to tender documents

Carry out market surveys and research to inform continuous improvement initiatives for
the supply chain management function

Acts as the sourcing buyer in the IFMIS Portal.

Periodically assist in evaluating and updating the list of registered suppliers.

Report all procurement proceeding in the PPIP Portal as required.

Acts as Secretary during negotiations, due diligence and performance evaluation of
supplier’s exercise.

Job Dimensions

I. Responsibility for Physical

Assets

Computer

Office furniture and equipment

II. Decision Making / Job Influence

Operational

Analytical

III. Working Conditions

Office setting with occasional travel out of office.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management or related field from a
recognized university with Diploma in Supplies Management.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to Professional Bodies

Member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) in good standing.

Valid practicing license from KISM.

Previous relevant work experience required.

Minimum of six years’ working experience in a comparable position from a reputable organization

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies /Attributes

Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Ability to deliver results in a complex and dynamic environment.

Ability to identify customer needs and deliver service excellence.

Knowledge of Public Procurement and Asset Disposal legislation and applicable
standards.

High level of interpersonal skills.

Ability to work with minimum supervision and under strict timelines.

Report writing and presentation skills.

High level of attention to detail.

Knowledge of relevant computer applications;

Excellent analytical and communication skills.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified persons are requested to submit their applications indicating their current
salary together with detailed Curriculum vitae, Copy of national ID, copies of academic and
professional certificates and testimonials. Details of the positions are in the Commission
website.

Upon granting an offer of employment, the successful candidate must present and satisfy the
requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by providing copies of the following
documents;

A valid tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);

A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI);

A valid Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);

A valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) (Must
provide certificate or report); and

A Valid Clearance form from the Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission (EACC)

Application to be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked at the top “Application for
the position of……” and mailed OR delivered to:

The Commission Secretary
Salaries and Remuneration Commission
Williamson House 6th Floor
4th Ngong Avenue
P.O. Box 43126 – 00100
Nairobi

To be received on or before 9th November, 2022.

Salaries and Remuneration Commission is an equal opportunity employer.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For more information and job application details, see: Salaries and Remuneration Commission Senior Officer – Supply Chain Management Jobs in Kenya

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