Supply Chain Management Assistant

Are you a qualified and motivated individual looking for a rewarding career in Supply Chain Management? The County Government of Kakamega is hiring!

Pursuant to the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and the County Governments Act No. 17 of 2012, the County Government of Kakamega invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following vacant positions.

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, BUDGET, ECONOMIC PLANNING, ICT & e-GOVERNMENT

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT III, JOB GROUP CPSB 11/’H’ – (2 POSTS)

Basic Salary: Kshs. 26,900 x 1,110 – 28,010 x 1,120 – 29,130 x 1,150 – 30,280 x 1,170-31,450 x 1,250 – 32,700 x 1,300-34,000 x 1,380 – 35,380p.m.
Terms of Service: Permanent and Pensionable

Duties and Responsibilities

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will be responsible for performing a variety supply chain management work of limited scope and under the guidance of a senior officer. Specific duties will include: –

a) Participate in Supply Chain Management services function in the day-to-day operations and procedures. ii. Maintain and archive documents and records of procurement and disposal activities for required periods.
b) Issue and receive stores items;
c) Participate in the implementation and adherence of the PPADA, 2015 as per the laid down procedures, policies and regulations;
d) Ensure the safe custody of procurement records including appropriate documentation;
e) Participate in Stock taking, maintenance and update of Asset and inventory registers;
f) Maintain and update list of prequalified suppliers; and
g) Prepare recommendations for disposal of unserviceable items.

Requirements for appointment

For appointment to this grade:

a) Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- (Minus) with a minimum of C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its equivalent qualification from recognized institution;
b) Have a Diploma (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
c) Experience in IFMIS operations and e-procurement of at least one (1) year will be an added advantage;
d) Be a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or CIPS; and
e) Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.