Public Procurement Officer Contract/ Temporary Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION
CONTRACTUAL POSITION

JOB TITLE: PUBLIC PROCUREMENT OFFICER

JOB SUMMARY:
The incumbent is required to provide support and participate in the implementation of procurement and disposal activities and in the provision of related services in the Land Settlement Agency. Responsibilities include; interpreting and applying procurement and disposal policies and procedures; conducting research and analysing procurement data and inform policy development; participating in the implementation of the Annual Procurement Disposal Plan; supervising support staff and providing advice and guidance on procurement and disposal related issues.
REPORTS TO: Manager, Public Procurement
SUPERVISION GIVEN TO: Other Support Staff

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Procurement & Operations: Participates in implementing the Annual Procurement and Disposal Plan, services, and projects in line with relevant legislation and strategic objectives. Issues tender documents, maintains pre-qualified contractor registers, and updates public procurement databases linked to the Office of Procurement Regulation.
• Compliance & Quality Control: Applies procurement regulations, implements anti-fraud measures, conducts quality control checks for contract compliance, and provides guidance on procurement legislation.
• Research & Administration: Liaises with the Office of Procurement Regulation for guidance, conducts research and data analysis to improve performance systems, and assists with performance management implementation and preliminary budgetary estimates.
• Documentation & Supervision: Supervises support staff and drafts Cabinet notes, circulars, memoranda, manuals, and other related documents, while performing other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE:
Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, methods and techniques of procurement and disposal management.
Considerable knowledge of legislation, policies, procedures, rules and regulations related to public procurement and disposal management.
Knowledge of research methods, principles and techniques.
Knowledge of supply market operations.
Knowledge of relevant computer applications, including E-procurement.
Basic knowledge of the principles of fraud detection.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to use e-procurement software applications
Ability to use the internet for research purposes.
Ability to analyse and evaluate data and identify trends in procurement and disposal management.
Ability to interpret legislation, policies, procedures, rules and regulations pertaining to the procurement and disposal of public property.
Ability to supervise support staff engaged in the provision of procurement and disposal services.
Ability to make decisions with approved policy frameworks.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to prepare reports.
Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy in the performance of duties.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity in the performance of duties.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and other stakeholders.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
Experience in the area of procurement and disposal of public property.
Training as evidenced by a recognized 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.
Any equivalent combination of experience and training will be considered.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to submit as a single document:

A Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Name & telephone contact of two (2) references
A Certificate of Good Character
Copies of all relevant academic certificates
A Passport-sized photographSUBMISSION ADDRESS
Applications are to be addressed to:Human Resource Specialist
Land Settlement Agency
Orange Grove Road South
Orange Grove Estate
TACARIGUA

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Website: To view the Job Description, please visit: www.lsatt.com
Email Submission: Applications can be submitted via email to [email protected]
Physical Submission: By post or hand-delivered to the above address on weekdays from 8 am to 4 pm.
Important Note: The position being applied for must be clearly stated in the subject line of the email or on the envelope.
Review Policy: All applications will be treated with strict confidence. Unsuitable applications will not be acknowledged.