PROCUREMENT OFFICER

The incumbent is required to implement and manage the procurement and disposal activities in the SMCH. Work includes interpreting and applying procurement and disposal policies and procedures; conducting research and analysing procurement data to inform policy development.

PROCUREMENT OFFICER

 JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Participates in the implementation of the Annual Procurement and Disposal Plan, programmes and projects to support the overall strategic objectives of the SMCH.
• Participates in the provision of the procurement and disposal services in accordance with the relevant legislation, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Supervises the activities of support staff involved in the provision of the procurement and disposal services.
• Issues tender documents and maintain and updates the register of pre-qualified contractors.
• Implements measures to identify and prevent fraudulent practices.
• Updates and maintains the public procurement database of the SMCH.
• Conducts quality control checks to ensure that contract deliverables are provided in compliance with contractual arrangements.
• Provides advice and guidance on matters regarding the application of procurement and disposal legislation, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
• Liaises with the Office of Procurement Regulation to obtain advice and guidance on the interpretation and application of procurement and disposal policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Conducts research and analyses data on performance related issues pertaining to procurement and disposal reports findings and makes recommendations for improvement to the Procurement and Disposal Performance Management System.
• Participates in the implementation of the performance management system related to public procurement and disposal.
• Participates in the drafting of preliminary budgetary estimates of expenditure for the Procurement and Disposal Unit.
• Create and maintain an Asset Registry for the SMCH.
• Drafts Notes, circulars, memoranda, manual and other documents related to procurement and disposal matters.
• Perform other related duties.

 QualificationS/Education:

• Experience in the area of procurement and disposal of public property.
• Bachelors’ degree in Management Studies, Public Sector Management, Finance, Law, Economics or Marketing; supplemented by certification in Procurement and Supply, Procurement Management or Supply Chain Management from an accredited institution; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Applications should be submitted to:-

The Children Home Manager,

St Mary’s Children’s Home, Eastern Main Road, Tacarigua.

Attention: Human Resource Unit,

by no later than November 28, 2024. 

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.