PRIDE MICROFINANCE BANK
Pride Microfinance Limited (MDI) is a Microfinance Deposit- taking Institution regulated and supervised by Bank of Uganda (BoU) under the MDI Act, 2003 and MDI Regulations, 2004. Pride’s purpose is to
transform lives responsibly. Pride offers innovative financial solutions to largely people at the base of the economic pyramid and serves its customers through 42 networked branches and 5 contact
offices. Pride is an equal opportunity employer looking for competent and experienced individuals to fill the following vacancy.
PROCUREMENT OFFICER:
The Procurement Officer will report to the Procurement Manager and will be based at Head Office. He/she will be responsible for implementing Pride’s Procurement and Disposal Unit (PDU) activities regarding all equipment, stationery, services, works, contracts and non-consultancy services in line with PPDA, Prides policies and the corporate plan.
Specific Responsibilities include: –
• Guide end users on all individual procurement and disposal methods and practices.
• Liaise with staff and compile all procurement requirements for the Company.
• Ensure preparation of solicitation documents for procurements and disposal;
• Participating in evaluation of bids
• Participate in preparing, issuing and monitoring of approved contracts.
• Guide the suppliers on procurement procedures.
• Verify documentation relating to procurement and organize the same for easy use by all interested parties.
• Verify deliveries against orders to confirm rightful quantities, quality and price.
• Verify documentation for completeness before payments are made.
• Liaise with Finance department to ensure prompt payment for delivered goods and services
• Liaise with and maintain good relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services;
• Assist in prepare periodic procurement and disposal reports to management and PPDA Authority;
• Any other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Academic Qualifications and Experience:
• He / She should possess at least an Honours Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or in any other relevant
related field / Purchasing and Supplies Management, Business Administration/Commerce (Procurement and Supplies option) from a recognized institution.
• Member to CIPS is a requirement.
• Should possess 2 principal passes at A’ level and credits/pass in Mathematics and English at O’level..
• Should have at least two years working experience in procurement office or related environment.
Person Specifications:
Ideals candidate should be knowledgeable in Public procurement and PPDA regulations. He/she should have at least two years working experience in
procurement preferably in a reputable financial institution.
The ideal candidate should be organized, with well-developed interpersonal and communication. He / She should be between 25 – 30 years of age
To Apply:
All Internal staff should have at least good performance rating in the recent appraisal cycles.
If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience and desire to make a difference, then apply immediately and send a detailed CV, interested candidates should forward their applications to the HEAD PEOPLE & CULTURE, at the address below, or on email: recruitment@pridemicrofinance.co.ug or using the link,
https://www.pridemicrofinance.co.ug/career .html not later than April 25, 2025.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED
