Entry Level Procurement Assistant Employment Opportunity - Uganda Christian University (UCU) ~ Ugandan Jobline Jobs

Organisation: Uganda

Christian University (UCU)

Reports to: Procurement

Officer

Uganda

Christian University was founded when the historic Bishop Tucker Theological

College was promoted as a university in 1997. Bishop Tucker Theological College

trained clergy and educators during its 84-year history from 1913-1997. The

local chief, Hamu Mukasa, granted land for the college to operate in Mukono.

International partnerships were part of the College’s missionary history. The

Church Mission Society teamed with Ugandan leaders and others to assure the

College had the necessary intellectual and other capital. By the late 1990s,

the Church of Uganda sought to have a broader impact on society through the

higher education – not only of clergy but of other professionals as well.

Uganda Christian University was established in 1997.

Job Summary:  The Procurement Assistant will support the

Procurement Officer in conducting University Procurement activities and disposal

activities in line with the University policy.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: 

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In charge of reviewing requisitions from users and

ensuring that they are in line with the approved budget.

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Responsible for preparing relevant purchase orders.

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Following up on the issued purchase orders to ensure

timely deliveries.

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Maintaining the fixed assets register, capturing

newly acquired assets and recommending necessary replacements and/or repairs.

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Working closely with University carpentry workshop

for required documentation concerning the furniture made.

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Guiding users on the handling and maintenance of

assets.

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In charge of preparing and submitting necessary

reports.

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Perform any other official duties as may be assigned

by the supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications, Skills and

Experience: 

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The applicant should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in

Procurement and Logistics Management or Business Administration specializing in

Procurement, from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning.

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A minimum of two years’ experience in procurement.

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Computer literacy i.e. Proficient in the use of Excel,

MS word etc.

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Excellent data analytical skills

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Person of integrity with the ability to make mature

decisions.

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Be a mature and committed Christian.

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Highly self-motivated.

All qualified

candidates should send two (2) copies of an application letter clearly

demonstrating suitability together with updated Curriculum Vitae and three

references.( Academic, Leadership and Pastoral). Please remember to attach two

(2) copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts and send

to:

The Manager

Human Resource & Administration

Uganda Christian

University,

P.O. Box 4,

Mukono. Uganda

Deadline: 4^th September, 2015

by 5:00 PM

Duty Station:  Mukono, Uganda