JOB TITLE DEPUTY DIRECTOR, INTERNAL SUPPLY CHAIN 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 the selection and
implementation of appropriate procurement methods, processing of
tenders and request for quotations, award of tenders, debriefing,
contract drafting and reporting to ensure value for money in the
acquisition of goods, works and services meant for effective and
efficient operation of the Authority.
1. Scope of Work /Duties /Responsibilities
1.1. Implementing public procurement policies, regulations procedures and
guidelines;
1.2. Monitoring compliance with public procurement and asset disposal act,
2015, and regulations; process tender for procurement of goods and
services as per laid down policies and procedures;
1.3. Approving orders and requisitions;
1.4. Coordinating with legal and user departments in drawing and managing
procurement contracts;
1.5. Developing procurement plans in liaison with users and as per the
requirements and facilitate execution; and implementing of e- procurement
strategies.
1.6. Ensuring provision of secretariat services to the procurement committees;
1.7. Coordinating the disposal of unserviceable stores as per the established
regulations;
1.8. Maintaining manual and computerized database of procurement
transactions at the Authority;
1.9. Monitoring development and implementation of procurement systems for
security and safe custody of the Authority’s assets; and
1.10. Ensuring maintenance of assets register as per the procurement and
assets disposal act.
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. Be a member of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or
Certified Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) in good standing;
2.4. Certificate in Management lasting not less than four (4) weeks Course
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. Fulfilled 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/2022/003,
Application for the Position of Deputy Director, Internal Supply Chain 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.
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