Job Summary
REPORTS TO: Chief Medical Officer/ Director Procurement
GRADE: E5 (1)
STATION: Head Office (Ministry of Health and Child Care), Sally Mugabe Central Hospital & Mpilo Central Hospital
Duties And Responsibilities
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervise the processing of purchase requisitions/orders in line with Government of Zimbabwe laws and Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC) policies and procedures
- Consolidating of annual MoHCC procurement plans and working closely with the directorate for performance monitoring and evaluation for their inputs.
- Identifying and recommending potential suppliers both National and International for High value goods in consultation with PRAZ.
- Supervising the preparation of bidding documents in compliance with the prevailing procurement laws.
- Conducting regular supplier performance evaluations to ensure they meet required standards
- Establishing and negotiating contract terms and conditions and maintaining supplier relationships.
- Recommend policies to the legislative body regarding the procurement of goods supplies and services.
- Sitting in the Evaluation Committee of high value goods or services
- Coordinating reporting by PMUs on a monthly basis of their procurement activities
- Supervise the preparation of procurement database of all procurements within MoHCC in line with PRAZ requirements.
- Assist in development of specifications for equipment, materials and services to be purchased.
- Assist in contract management.
- Participating in the formulation of the Ministry’s procurement strategies
- Producing relevant procurement reports, on quarterly, bi-annual and annually.
- Negotiating with suppliers for favourable payment terms and delivery periods.
- Delegate authority and assign work to subordinate staff commensurate with their qualifications and existing workload.
- Establish and supervise a contract administration system designed to ensure that contractors are performing in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.
- Problem solving skills and implementing effective solutions
- Comprehensive skill in researching and preparing highly complex specifications, solicitation and contract documents.
- Ability to develop effective and cooperative working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications And Experience
Qualifications, Experience, Attributes And Competencies
- A degree in Purchasing & Supply Management, HND in Purchasing and Supply Management, Full CIPS or equivalent qualification.
- A Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related area will be an added advantage.
- A minimum of six years experience as Procurement Officer preferably in the Public Sector with at least 2 years at Principal level.
- Membership of a relevant professional body is a must.
- A thorough understanding of the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act and its attendant statutes.
- Ability to write procurement policies and procedures.
- Ability to make sound and good judgment.
- Excellent computer skills including SAP.
- Must be a good team leader.
- Problem solving skills and implementing effective solutions.
- Comprehensive skill in researching and preparing highly complex specifications, solicitation and contract documents.
How To Apply
Candidates who meet the requirements of the post s are invited to submit their applications accompanied by CVs and certified copies of certificates not later than 18 March 2022 to:
The Executive Director
Health Service Board
Old Parirenyatwa Hospital
Bag A6104 Avondale, Harare