Provides coaching on proper procedures for staff regarding purchase requests.
Ensure the staff in the country understand and observe IFDC Procurement Manual;
Conduct induction session for newly recruited staff on procurement-related procedures.
Support the projects in any purchasing needs that arise;
Ensure the integrity of procurement procedures of the office by enforcing appropriate internal controls;
Reporting and Work Relationships

The Procurement Officer position reports to the Country Director, IFDC Uganda Office or his/her designee

Location

Kampala, Uganda

Benefits

I FDC's benefits include annual and sick leave, health and group life insurance coverage, a 13th-month salary, social security and pension contribution in compliance with local laws and end-of-contract benefits.

Salary Clause

The salary grade for this position is BG 7.

The determination of new employee salaries takes into account various factors. These include the salary range linked to the assigned job grade, the candidate's qualifications in relation to the job's responsibilities and prerequisites, internal fairness, the competitive state of the job market, as well as potential organizational and budgetary considerations.

Diversity Clause

IFDC is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion, and offers equal employment opportunities based on ability, performance, and potential. Equal opportunity is integral to the recruitment and selection practices at IFDC. IFDC recognizes the value in recruiting employees with different backgrounds, knowledge, experiences, perspectives, and beliefs. IFDC recognizes and values the contribution of people with a diverse background in capabilities, experience, and perspectives. Diversity encompasses gender, age, experience, education, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and cultural backgrounds as well as other dimensions such as lifestyle and family responsibilities.

Required Experience

A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
A minimum of 7 years' experience in a procurement or similar role,
In-depth knowledge of procurement processes and purchasing guidelines.
Outstanding troubleshooting and time management skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills