Senior Officer Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA)

The Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) A Body Corporate And Responsible For Regulation Of Public Procurement In Zambia Invites Applications From Suitably Qualified And Experienced Candidates For Appointment Into Zppa’s Establishment For The Following Positions:

A.      Job Title: Senior Officer – Egp, Zppa 05 (1 Position)

Purpose

To Support The Provision Of Training To E-gp System Users And Monitor The Roll-out And Usage Of The System.

Statement Of Main Duties

Under The Supervision Of The Principal Officer-egp The Officer Will Be Responsible For, But Not Limited To The Following:

2.1       Train Procuring Entities (Pes), Suppliers And Other Stakeholders On The Usage Of The E-gp System;

2.2       Conduct Pes Readiness Assessments For Implementation Of The Of E-gp System;

2.3       Undertake Site Inspections To Establish Usage Of E-gp System And Provide Support;

2.4       Support Pes On How To Prepare And Upload Annual Procurement Plans And Tenders On The E-gp System;

2.5       Provide On-sight And On-spot Support To Pes On Site And Respond To Queries;

2.6       Monitor Helpdesk Activities;

2.7       Prepare Weekly, Monthly And Quarterly Reports From Activities Undertaken And Utilize The Reports In Conducting Follow-ups To Ensure That Issues Raised Are Addressed; And

2.8      Performs Any Other Duties Assigned By Superior From Time To Time.

Qualifications And Experience

Education: Full Grade 12 Certificate With At Least Five (5) Credits Or Better.
Vocational Or Professional Requirements: Candidates Should Have Any Of The Following;
Bachelor Of Science Degree In Procurement And Supply; Or
Bachelor Of Arts Degree In A Social Science With A Diploma In Cips.
Relevant Post Qualification Experience: Minimum Two (2) Years’ Procurement Experience.

Other Skills And Requirements

Good Writing And Ability To Communicate Effectively With Staff, Clients And Other Stakeholders In Order To Provide Support On The E-gp System;
Ability To Comprehend System Reports And Prepare Reports;
Customer Service Oriented; And
Must Be A Member Of The Zambia Institute Of Purchasing And Supply (Zips) With Current Practicing Certificate.

Tenure

The Position Of The Senior Officer- E-gp Is On Permanent And Pensionable Basis.