The Boma Project Procurement and Logistics Jobs in Kenya

The Boma Project Procurement and Logistics Jobs in Kenya

Introduction

BOMA is working to lift 3 million people out of extreme poverty by 2027. BOMA’s mission is to provide the people and governments of Africa’s drylands with economic inclusion programs that increase resilience to multiple crises.

Founded 15 years ago to eliminate extreme poverty among pastoralist women in Kenya, BOMA has since transformed the lives of more than 350,000 women, youth and refugees in East Africa. BOMA stands out for its focus on last mile populations of the drylands of Africa, who are most at risk to shocks from climate change and COVID-19, tech savvy and data driven approach, impressive graduation rate and 99% local structure based in Africa.

About the Program

BOMA is currently seeking qualified candidates for Procurement & Logistics Officer LIFT position for the newly awarded Livelihoods and Inclusion for Transformation (LIFT) Northern Kenya project.

The Livelihoods and Inclusion for Transformation (LIFT) Northern Kenya project will implement a climate crisis-adapted “green” version of The BOMA Project’s proven poverty graduation model, the Rural Entrepreneur Access Project (REAP) to provide market-based pull by facilitating more competitive, profitable Green Enterprises for women, youth, and refugees within the forest ecosystems in Marsabit, Samburu and Turkana counties and in Kakuma and Kalobeyei Refugee Settlements over a period of 3 years.

BOMA will be the Lead partner of the project and will collaborate with Danish Church Aid (DCA) and Smart Regional Consultants (SRC) in implementing the project.

Job Summary

The Procurement & Logistics Officer LIFT will be part of the BOMA team supporting implementation of REAP, BOMA’s poverty graduation model in Northern Kenya. She/He will be responsible for supporting the Administration, Procurement and logistics of the LIFT Project to ensure successful Implementation of the program and supervision of Project Drivers.

S/he will work closely with the implementing partners to ensure adherence and compliance with the donor requirements, and internal BOMA procurement, Administration and logistics policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

Procurement:

Maintain supplier’s database, contracts, contacts for all service providers

Assist head office with project procurement of office and program supplies

Assist in compiling bid analysis for the procurement committee at field office level and lead procurement of goods and supplies for all project implementation sites.

Responsible for submission of supplier’s invoices to

the finance department for payment processing

Compile all implementing partners procurement needs to ensure economies of scale and value for money

Liaising and negotiating with suppliers and retailers for project procurement

Responsible for reconciling project supplies to ensure timely and accurate re-ordering

Responsible for procurement including vehicle parts, fuel, office supplies, program supplies and lodging.

Logistics:

Responsible for fleet of BOMA’s (LIFT – NK) vehicles - ensuring that all vehicles are well maintained, serviced and equipped.

Responsible for follow up on Project staff vehicle allocation.

Responsible for mentors motor bikes insurance records and annual renewal.

Collaborates with project implementing partners to ensure compliance with donor rules and regulations.

Administration:

Ensure effective and efficient administration and logistics support to LIFT - NK.

Ensure timely submission of drivers travel requests Advances and Communication Allowance for mentors

Responsible for Mentors monthly fuel, airtime and bundles

Establish, manage and maintain all LIFT - NK assets.

Responsible for the project staff safety and security plan field offices and trips/travels.

Supports Finance and Admin Manager in the timely and effective implementation of procurement and logistic related internal and external audit recommendations.

Key Performance Metrics Include:

Timely and accurate preparation of monthly/quarterly/Semiannually management reports

Timely project staff facilitation for relevant field travels

Timely planning partners trainings

Compliance with funders’ reporting and procedure requirements

Timely update of the project asset register

Educational Requirements:

At least a bachelor’s degree in International Development, Business Administration/Management or a related field required from a recognized institution.

Minimum Required Experience:

Minimum at least 3 years in administration experience.

Excellence interpersonal, oral, and written communication and negotiation skills, including expert command of English.

Strong planning and organizational skills.

Excellent computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, internet, remote conferencing applications.


How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; The Boma Project Procurement and Logistics Jobs in Kenya

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