JOB TITLE DEPUTY DIRECTOR, VENDOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Reports To DIRECTOR, SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT SERVICES
Job Purpose Reporting to the Director, Supply Chain Management Services, the
successful candidate will be responsible for contract administration,
supplier performance management/appraisal, monitoring of
contract execution, close out and reporting and with overall aim of
achieving operational excellence.
1. Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities
1.1. Facilitating the Development of vendor administration/management
framework;
1.2. Coordinating the establishment and implementation of supplier
performance management framework, standardized grievance and
resolution process for contract deviations;
1.3. Monitoring continuous improvement plans based on the project, supplier
1.4. relationship type, supplier strategy and agreed KPI’s and targets;
1.5. Overseeing and monitoring the performance of the contracts;
1.6. Overseeing the prompt delivery of all requirements of the contracts
KEMSA Procurement and Procedures Manual;
1.7. Ensuring that documentations are properly assembled to facilitate timely
payment to the suppliers/ contractors;
1.8. Coordinating proper handling of contract variations and modifications;
1.9. Managing the hand over and acceptance procedures;
1.10. Ensuring maintenance of the contract management records;
1.11. Ensuring that suppliers/ contractors comply to the provisions of the
contracts;
1.12. Facilitating the discharge of performance and other guarantees;
1.13. Oversee preparation of contract management reports and timely
submission to the CEO and the Board; and
1.14. Ensuring existence of harmonious relationship between the Authority and
its suppliers.
2. Qualifications
2.1. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain
Management, Procurement and Logistics, Commerce, Business
Administration, Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a
recognized institution.
2.2. Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Supply Chain
Management, Procurement, Commerce, Business Administration,
Economics or its equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution.
2.3. Member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or Certified
Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS); or equivalent professional body
in good standing;
2.4. Management course lasting not less than from a recognized institution;
2.5. Proficiency in computer applications;
2.6. Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and
results; and
2.7. Fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
3. Experience
3.1. A minimum period of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and at
least three (3) years in a Supervisory position in the Public Service or
Private Sector.;
4. Key competencies
4.1. Creativity and innovativeness
4.2. Self-driven
4.3. Result oriented
4.4. Emotional intelligence
4.5. Team building skills
4.6. Integrity and professionalism
4.7. Equity and respect for diversity
Interested candidates are required to submit their duly filled application forms
(available on the KEMSA website: www.kemsa.co.ke/careers ) in either
hard or soft copy formats marked / referenced ‘Job Ref. No KEMSA/SCMS/2022/004,
Application for the Position of Deputy Director, Vendor Management Services – Kenya
Medical Supplies Authority’.
Hard copy applications to be enclosed in plain sealed envelopes marked / referenced
clearly as above. Interested candidates should not indicate their names on the envelope.
Please note that successful candidates will be required to submit certified true
copies of certificates, testimonials, a detailed CV, and MUST fulfill the requirements
of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and will be required to attach
copies of the requisite documents during interviews.
Hard Copy Applications can be submitted physically or sent via postal mail and
addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer
Kenya Medical Supplies Authority
Commercial Street Industrial Area
P. O. Box 47715 – 00100
NAIROBI, KENYA
Soft copy applications can be sent via email to [email protected]

Online applications can be submitted via www.careers.kemsa.co.ke
All applications should be submitted and received on or before:
17:00hrs on August 16, 2022.
(No applications submitted after closing date and time will be considered).
Kenya Medical Supplies Authority is an equal opportunity employer.
Female candidates and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply.
Note, persons with disabilities are required to attach a copy of valid NCPWD membership
card.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.