Job responsibilities

• Prepare annual procurement plans in accordance with the strategic and action plans for the implementation of program activities and ensure its implementation on a timely and efficient manner; • Ensure that all procurement activities are carried out in accordance with the procurement plan as approved by the Senior Management of RDB; • Prepare necessary procurement documentation for services, goods and works including the preparation of advertisements, identification of possible suppliers/contractors, preparation of bidding documents, Request for Quotations, Request for proposals, opening reports, evaluation reports, price market research, obtaining the necessary clearances (from RPPA, Tender Committee and Partners); • Train or advise staff from user departments in public procurement procedures; • Ensure compliance in the procurement of works, goods, and services; • Update and maintain the RDB Procurement manual including procedures and standard forms to be used during implementation; • Liaise regularly with user departments in executing the procurement plan; • Assisting in negotiation of contracts with selected consultants/suppliers. Arrange for signing of contract and distributes them to appropriate authorities; • Provide necessary help to the tender committee as secretary to the committee; • Any other related assignment as may be directed by superior(s).

Qualifications

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    Master's Degree in Law

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor's Degree in Economics

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master's in Civil Engineering

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Master's in Economics

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor's Degree in Management

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master's Degree in Management

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Masters in Business Administration

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor's Degree in Law

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor's Degree in Procurement

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master's Degree in Procurement

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management

    1 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

    3 Years of relevant experience

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    Master's Degree in Computer Engineering

    1 Years of relevant experience

Required certificates

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    A certificate in a procurement Professional course such as CIPS, CIPP), or any other recognized professional qualification in procurement is an added advantage
Required competencies and key technical skills
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    Integrity
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    Strong critical thinking skills and excellent problem solving skills
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    Inclusiveness
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    Accountability
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    Communication
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    Teamwork
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    Client/citizen focus
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    Professionalism
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    Commitment to continuous learning
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    Understanding of public procurement laws and procedures in Rwanda
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    Strong command of written and spoken English;
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    Proficiency in French and Kinyarwanda is an added advantage;
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    Strong written and verbal communication with strong presentation skills
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    Demonstrated experience in managing high value procurement contracts;
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    Strong knowledge of Rwanda's public procurement procedures, management, policies, laws and regulations;
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    Demonstrated knowledge of the e-mucyo procurement system and any other procurement systems;
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    Strong contract negotiation and supplier management skills with high professional and ethical standards;
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    Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills;
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    Flexibility, team player, able to multi-task, and get things done as expected;
Psychometric Languages
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    English
Psychometric Domains
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    Critical thinking

    Competence / Skills

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    Knowledge/Awareness

    Behavior and attitude