The Ghana AIDS Commission has vacancy for the position of Procurement Manager and invites applications from persons with the requisite specifications to apply for consideration.

Reports To: Director of Administration
Immediate Subordinate: Procurement Officer

Objective of Position:
To plan and manage procurement function of the Commission covering projects of implementing partners and procurement of equipment, supplies and services in conformity with the Public Procurement Act 663 and other relevant established rules and regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities:

•   Prepares annual procurement plan embodying a detailed list of anticipated purchases and regularly updates the plan
•   Prepares bidding documents for goods within threshold for national competitive bidding
•   Prepares letters of invitation for goods to be procured through local shopping
•   Prepares requests for proposals and advertisements for consultancy services;
•   Coordinates the evaluation of bids and proposals by external consultants for goods and services
•   Prepares contracts for supply of goods and services to ensure goods are fit for purpose and services as expected
•   Processes invoices for goods and services supplied for submission to Director of Administration
•   Monitors the procurement processes of sub-project implementing partners to ensure conformity with the established procedures
•   Prepares quarterly procurement status report
•   Provides inputs for and participates in capacity building activities for implementing partners
•   Maintain a register of eligible service providers and suppliers
•   Serves as Secretary to the GAC Procurement Committee and sees to the efficient documentation and maintenance of records

Qualification Required & Experience

•   A  Masters degree in Business Administration, Commerce or Purchasing & Supplies
•   A professional qualification in operations and procurement managemennt (e.g. Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS UK), Associate or Membership of a recognissed management body
•   A minimum of five (5) years relevant post qualification working experience in procurement management in the public sector or a reputable organization

Competencies and Skills:

•   Strong administrative, leadership and managerial skills
•   Effective communication skills (both oral and written)
•   Adequate knowledge of public service administrative rules and regulations
•   Considerable knowledge of the Public Procurement Act, Internal Agency Audit Act, Financial Administration Act
•   Knowledge and experience in donor-funded project procurement procedures and regulations
•   Proficiency in the use of the computer and internet skills

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Applications together with detailed CVs and copies of certificates are to be submitted to the address below:

The Director General
Ghana AIDS Commission
4th Floor, Ghana Olympic Committee Building
Adjacent Ridge Hospital

Tel: 0302-919259
Email: info@ghanaids.gov.gh

Closing Date: 02 August, 2013