JOB ADVERTISEMENT Nkumba University is a private chartered University (Legal Notice No. 3 of 2007). The University is strengthening its management and administrative systems to enhance both policy initiation and implementation through recruitment of highly qualified and committed individuals. In a bid to attain this, the University invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the positions of: 1. Position: Reports to: Salary Scale: Minimum age: Terms of Service: Duty station: University Bursar Vice Chancellor through the University Secretary. NU 4. 35. 5 years’ contract renewable by mutual consent. Nkumba University, Entebbe. a) Key Responsibilities i. ii. iii. iv. v. vi. vii. Coordinate the drawing up and managing of the University Budget. Maintain and present Books of Accounts of the University in accordance with the Financial Regulations made under the provisions of the University Charter. Give regular financial reports Supervise staff in the Finance Department. Coordinate the implementation and development of financial and operational management systems. Coordinate and implement financial policies. Maintain and update the University’s asset register. b) Qualifications and Experience i. Masters degree in finance and accounting or equivalent qualifications. ii. Full professional qualification in Accounting and Finance. iii. Senior administrative /managerial experience of at least five years. Nu advert BUPO Page 1 of 3 c) Skills and Competences i. Competency in accounts comprised systems especially Pastel Evolution. ii. Integrity & leadership skills. iii. Creative & innovative. iv. Planning. v. Financial knowledge and skills. vi. Communication & interpersonal skills. 2. Position Reports to Salary Scale Minimum age Terms of service Duty station : : : : : : Procurement Officer University Secretary. NU 5. 28 years. Permanent. Nkumba University, Entebbe. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Initiate, develop and implement the procurement policies and procedures. 2. Liaise and ensure effective communication with end-user departments and collate their procurement requirements. 3. Develop and implement annual procurement plan. 4. Prepare the budget for the procurement function. 5. Prepare periodical procurement reports. 6. Monitor and ensure compliance with the procurement policies and regulations. 7. Provide technical advice to the Tender/Contracts Committee of the University. 8. Advise the University on the procurement of capital items. 9. Manage the Human Resources in the Procurement Unit. 10. Develop and update service providers’ database. 11. Liaise with suppliers and stakeholders and ensure timely delivery of procured goods and services. 12. Liaise with the Finance Department to ensure availability of procurement funds and timely payment to suppliers. 13. Attend to inquiries from bidders and suppliers. 14. Collaborate with user departments by providing feedback on the status of their procurement requisitions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 1. Masters in Procurement and Logistic Management or any other related field from a recognized University/Institution. 2. A professional qualification in procurement and supplies management, such as Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) or International Supplies Management (ISM) will be an added advantage. 3. Administrative/managerial experience of at least three years in procurement related work. Nu advert BUPO Page 2 of 3 SKILLS AND COMPETENCES 1. Working in an appropriate IT environment. 2. Integrity & Leadership skills. 3. Creativity & innovativeness. 4. Financial management knowledge and skills. 5. Knowledge of procurement frameworks. 6. Good analytical and report writing skills. 7. Good communication and interpersonal skills. HOW TO APPLY Interested persons should submit applications EITHER by e-mail OR hand delivery not later than 31st October 2014 by 5:00 p.m. to the addresses below: a) E-mail: [email protected] b) The University Secretary Nkumba University P.O. Box 237 ENTEBBE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS 8 copies of the following: i. Dully filled application form which can www.nkumbauniversity.ac.ug ii. Detailed curriculum vitae. iii. Copies of certified certificates and transcripts. iv. Three sealed letters of reference. be accessed on NOTE ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED. Nu advert BUPO Page 3 of 3