Procurement officer
Infectious Diseases Institute
P.O. Box 22418, Kampala, Tel: 256 – 0414 – 307200, 0312 – 307
200 Fax: 256 – 0414 – 307 290. E-mail: office@idi.co.ug
JOB POSTING
Background:
The mission of the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) is to build capacity of health systems in Africa for the delivery of sustainable, high quality care and prevention of HIV/AIDS and related infectious diseases through training, research, and advanced clinical services. IDI has four operational areas through which it works to achieve its mission: Prevention, Care and Treatment; Training, Research; and Laboratory services (provided through a partnership with the Makerere University-John Hopkins University Core Lab).
So as to strengthen support to these core areas of operation and related projects, IDI is seeking to recruit a Procurement Officer.
He/she shall be responsible for the IDI procurement function which involves both local and international purchases, covering a range of requirements from medical drugs, laboratory equipment and supplies, office supplies; IT related requirements, renovations, and service agreements among
others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to negotiate procurement terms and conditions; Good communication skills, both oral and written; Knowledge of procurement procedures; Proficiency in the use of computers especially Excel spreadsheets, word-processing packages and e-mail;Ability to use judgment and initiative in the course of executing responsibilities; Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures; Ability to communicate with employees, vendors, and IDI contacts in a courteous and professional manner andAbility to prioritize multiple tasks
To Apply:
Qualified and interested persons who wish to apply may hand-deliver, email or post an application letter with a detailed CV, naming at least two professional referees, to:
The Human Resource Manager
Infectious Diseases Institute
P. O. Box 22418, Kampala.
hr@idi.co.ug
For more information please check the Institute’s website: http://www.idi-makerere.
com/ Deadline for receipt of applications is Friday 25th February 2011. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
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