Graduate Trainee – Procurement and Disposal-Jobs in Uganda

DEADLINE: 27 June 2025
Duty Station: Duty Area
Employer: Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL)
Application Link: Click Here to Apply
Job Type: Full-time
Number of Positions: 1

Graduate Trainee – Procurement and Disposal

Department: Supply Chain
Reports to: Procurement and Disposal Officer

UEDCL is offering a dynamic opportunity for a recent graduate to join its Supply Chain Department as a Graduate Trainee – Procurement and Disposal. The successful candidate will gain practical experience in public procurement processes, asset disposal procedures, contract administration, and regulatory compliance—all within a structured learning environment designed to build a solid foundation for a career in procurement or supply chain management.

Role Impact

This role directly supports the efficiency, accountability, and compliance of UEDCL’s procurement operations. By participating in real-time procurement and disposal activities, the trainee contributes to delivering value-for-money services and maintaining transparency and proper recordkeeping across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities (Key Result Areas)

• Assist in preparing and issuing Requests for Quotations (RFQs), proposals, and tender documents.

• Support the team in bid opening and evaluation processes while ensuring procedural compliance.

• Track supplier performance, delivery timelines, and maintain accurate records.

• Maintain and update the supplier database, and assist with communications and follow-ups.

• Prepare procurement documentation such as Local Purchase Orders (LPOs), contracts, and approval memos.

• Monitor contract implementation timelines and alert supervisors to upcoming deliverables.

• Assist in identifying, documenting, and processing obsolete or unserviceable items.

• Support the coordination and documentation of approved disposal processes.

• File, scan, and archive procurement and disposal documents in compliance with audit standards.

• Track adherence to procurement plans and schedules.

• Assist in generating procurement progress reports and summaries.

• Liaise with internal departments to support procurement needs and provide administrative assistance.

Expected Outputs

• Properly drafted procurement and solicitation documents.

• Well-organized and compliant procurement and disposal records.

• Timely assistance in supplier engagements, follow-ups, and evaluations.

• Updated supplier and asset registers.

• Regular and accurate procurement status updates.

• Positive feedback from supervisors and supported departments.

Person Specifications

Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Must have graduated within the last three (3) years from a recognized institution.

Experience:

• No formal work experience required.

Core Competencies:

• Basic understanding of public procurement principles, lifecycle, and best practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); familiarity with procurement systems is an advantage.

• Good organizational and communication skills.

• Strong attention to detail, integrity, and commitment to transparency.

• Willingness to learn new regulatory frameworks and digital tools.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a dynamic team.

✅ How to Apply

Submit your application via the UEDCL recruitment portal:
Click Here to Apply

About UEDCL

The Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited (UEDCL) is a government-owned entity responsible for managing the electricity distribution network in Uganda. Through its Graduate Training Program, UEDCL empowers young professionals with the skills, knowledge, and experience needed to support Uganda’s infrastructure development through excellence in technical and administrative service delivery.