Supply Chain Management Manager - National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation

The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation (NACOSTI) is a State Corporation established under the Science, Technology and Innovation Act of 2013.The Commission is a Statutory Agency mandated to regulate and assure quality in the Science, Technology and Innovation sector and advise, promote and coordinate on all matters relating to Science, Technology, Innovation and Research issues necessary for proper co-ordination and economic developments of the Country.
To achieve this mandate the Commission seeks to fill the following vacant position:
Manager, Supply Chain Management
STIC Grade 12
Ref: NACOSTI/SCM/STIC12/2015
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Manager, Supply Chain Management will report to the Director General/CEO and will be responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

Ensuring effective and efficient procurement of works, goods and services for the Commission

Ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal Act and other procurement regulations in force

Developing and coordinating the preparation of annual procurement plan and its implementation

Developing a Procurement Manual for the Commission

Coordinating tender, procurement and disposal activities

Ensuring compliance with Public Procurement and Disposal Act (2005) and regulations

Preparing procurement documents, processing contracts for supply of works, goods and services and payment documents

Ensuring delivery of procured works, good and services as per specifications

Coordinating cost effective disposal of obsolete equipment, furniture and other stores in accordance with law.Minimum Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Supply Chain Management or other relevant field. In addition the candidate must have experience of at least eight (8) years in Supply Chain Management Services, three (3) years of which must have been in Senior management position in the Public Service or Private sector.
Candidates with the following qualifications will have an added advantage:

Be a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM)

A good standing with relevant professional body

Have a thorough knowledge and understanding of Public Procurement and Disposal Act, 2005 and Regulations, 2006

Proficiency in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)Key Competencies:

Strategic leadership course

Strong leadership in negotiation skills

Self drive to achieve high results

Good communication skills

Team playerHow to Apply
Interested Candidates who meet the requirements are invited to send their applications enclosing copies of updated Curriculum Vitae, Academic and Professional Certificates.
Additionally, they should provide names of three (3) referees one of whom must be an immediate or past supervisor.
A copy of national identity card, details of remuneration history and current contact must be provided.
Candidates shortlisted for interview for the three (3) posts of Directors (STIC 13) must further submit the following:
1. Certificate of Good Conduct from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID)
2. Clearance letter from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
3. Tax compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
4. Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
5. Clearance by the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission (EACC)
NB: Candidates with Degrees from Universities outside Kenya must submit a Certificate of Equation and Recognition from the Commission for University Education (CUE).
The successful Candidates for the positions of Directors – STIC Grade 13, will be engaged on a five (5) years Contract renewable for one further term of equivalent period..
Applications must clearly indicate the Reference (REF) of the vacancy (on the envelope and letter) and should be sent either by post to:-
The Director General/CEO
National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation
P.O Box 30623 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya
Or
Hand-delivered to Utalii House, Utalii lane, off Uhuru Highway, 9th Floor, Room 902, to be received by Friday 2nd April 2015 at 5.00 p.m.
The National Commission for Science, Technology and Innovation is an Equal Opportunity
Employer and all qualified Kenyans are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Note: Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.