Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics and/or other related fields is an added advantage.

Professional Qualifications

Holders of CPSP-K certification (Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional – Kenya) and valid registration with the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM), or internationally recognised qualifications such as MCIPS (Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management).

Experience

Minimum of 7 years’ experience in procurement, with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
Strong understanding of procurement law, compliance, and ERP systems.
Demonstrated experience delivering measurable savings, managing complex service contracts and leading procurement process or system improvements across departments.
Experience in a donor-funded, international or research-support organisation, including working with programme teams and funder requirements, is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

Procurement Expertise: Demonstrates deep understanding of end-to-end procurement processes, vendor management, and tendering procedures.
Contract and Compliance Management: Skilled in drafting, negotiating, and overseeing contracts while ensuring adherence to internal policies and funder regulations.
Financial Acumen: Applies cost control strategies and financial analysis to drive value for money and informed procurement decisions.
ERP and Digital Systems Proficiency: Experience using integrated procurement and finance systems, translating procurement requirements into workflows, supporting user testing and adoption, and using data and dashboards to improve performance.
Risk Management: Identifies and mitigates procurement risks, ensuring strong internal controls and audit readiness.
Stakeholder Engagement: Builds effective relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and oversight bodies to support service delivery.
Communication and Negotiation: Communicates clearly, negotiates effectively, and presents procurement insights to leadership.
Leadership and Team Development: Leads, coaches, and motivates a high-performing procurement team aligned with organisational goals.
Strategic Thinking: Aligns procurement strategy with institutional objectives and anticipates future sourcing needs.
Policy and Process Improvement: Leads the development and refinement of procurement policies, SOPs, and workflows.

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