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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
Medical Teams International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate healthcare to those affected by conflict, disaster, and poverty. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality medical care in underserved regions, Medical Teams International is recognized for its commitment to transforming lives and responding quickly to health crises around the world. The organization fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture that values collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being. Employees are encouraged to grow professionally through challenging and rewarding opportunities, with flexible work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance.
Founded in the early 1980s, Medical Teams International has evolved from a small grassroots initiative to a global organization, working in over 70 countries. Through a combination of skilled healthcare teams, partnerships, and a focus on sustainable health solutions, the organization continues to provide critical medical services, including trauma care, maternal health, and disease prevention. Medical Teams International's core values of compassion, excellence, and integrity guide its mission and operations, ensuring a continued focus on improving the health and dignity of vulnerable populations. The organization is committed to corporate social responsibility, engaging in advocacy and supporting community development initiatives that improve access to healthcare worldwide. To learn more, visit their website at www.medicalteams.org.
Medical Teams International is a faith-based not for profit health relief and development organization with a Calling “Daring to love like Jesus, we boldly break barriers to health and restore wholeness in a hurting world.” MTI-UG has operations in West Nile and South western Uganda. We provide Comprehensive Primary Health Care, Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS and Nutrition.
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Procurement Officer job at Medical Teams International
Medical Teams International
Job Description
Job Title: Procurement Officer
Organisation: Medical Teams International (MTI)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Coordinate all country level supply chain activities including planning, sourcing, transport, shipping, warehousing, asset management; apply distribution control techniques to optimize stock levels
Manage procurement process in accordance with MTI and donor policies and procedures, in a transparent, accountable, efficient, timely and cost effective manner, negotiating prices and proposing new suppliers to be validated
Responsible for tracking Procurement budget at country level; ensure field Operations staff are utilizing ERP system to manage inventory; manage orders in accordance with MTI and donor policies
Provide training to Operations staff in the use of Unit 4 ERP system and ensure updated records are in the system and paper files with correct supporting documentation
Submit and collect quotations and tenders following MTI and donor policies
Manage vendor contracts and work closely with user departments to ensure effective and efficient implementation; support timely vendor payment by submitting all required documentation in accordance with schedules
Assist in annual procurement planning process and continuously track country level budget vs. actual, providing reports to management as required to support decision making; ensure the Procurement Logisticians accurately tracks the regional Operations budget
Ensure that local market surveys are regularly conducted to gain a full knowledge of the availability and price of local items
Ensure the procurement and disposal of commodities are in line with applicable licenses and are properly documented
Support the Logistics and Procurement Manager in ensuring that Procurement Logisticians comply with MTI and donor procurement policies by assisting in the timely submission of procurement plans, proper implementation of processes, effective vendor and contract management, accurate record-keeping, and the submission of reports in accordance with established schedules.
Support the Logistics and Procurement Manager in providing mentorship to Procurement Logisticians and ensuring they have access to capacity-building opportunities.
Other duties as assigned
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement & Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field is required.
Professional certification in CPSM, CIPS or CILT is desirable.
Experience
4 years of procurement and logistics experience, inclusive of 1 year of supervisor experience is required
Experience with donor (UN, USAID, etc.) asset and procurement specific procedures is an added advantage
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge
In-depth knowledge of global supply chain management including procurement, tendering, contracting, clearance, transport, warehousing, distribution, fleet management and asset management
In-depth knowledge of ERP systems
Skills
Highly skilled at using ERP systems to manage inventory logistics
Strong interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills
Skilled in managing a budget
Skilled in training and leading a team
Skilled at using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
A good command of both written and spoken English
Abilities
Ability to act with integrity and ensure security and appropriate use of assets
Keen interest to mentor others
Highly organized with good quantitative ability
Ability to maintain detailed records with high accuracy
Ability to support MTI Calling and adhere to the MTI Code of Conduct
Physical Conditions
This position requires occasional travel to health facilities located in remote areas with very basic living conditions.
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should apply online at the Apply Button below.
Deadline: 25th January 2025.
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