PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT MANAGER AT TPDC

8.           PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT MANAGER

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION

The Head of Procurement Management Unit, among other things, organizes, plans, and manages all procurement undertakings of the Corporation, aligns procurement with mission and vision of the organization, develops and implements policies and procedures for the department, formulates short and long term programs for the unit, liaises with procurement players such as Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), Public Procurement Appeals Authority (PPAA), Public Supplies Professional Technicians Board (PSPTB) and any other authorities.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(i)         Prepares a workable procurement plan based on the Annual Budget and Plan;

(ii)         Manages procurement and disposal of goods and services within the provisions of the Public Procurement laws and regulations;

(iii)         Supports the functioning of the tender board and implements decisions therefrom;

(iv)        Liaises with the Director of Corporate Legal Services to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement laws and Regulations;

(v)        Prepares statements, reports and returns as per the requirements of the public procurement law(s);

(vi)        Prepares and handles advertisement for tenders, tendering documents;

(vii)        Liaises with the Director of Corporate Legal Services in preparation of all procurement contracts;

(viii)         Maintains and keeps records of the procurement and disposal processes;

(ix)         Prepares and submit to the appropriate authorities quarterly and annual reports on the implementation of the annual procurement plan;

(x)         Oversees  staff development in the Unit;

(xi)         Performs any other related duties assigned by the Managing Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Holder of a Masters Degree in any discipline with Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional (CPSP) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution and must be registered with PSPTB as authorized Procurement Officer. A holder of PhD degree in the relevant academic field will be an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE

At least 13 years working experience of which 5 must be at senior level. Administrative and managerial ability in the oil and gas industry will be an added advantage.

11.  ASPECTS COMMON TO ALL POSITIONS.

REPORTS TO:

Managing Director

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCES

Applicants for all positions are required to demonstrate the following attributes and competences:-

•       Must be visionary, proactive and forward looking

•       Must be innovative and results- oriented

•       Must have the ability to maintain a multi-task focus

•       Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism;

•       Must possess good interpersonal relationships;

•       Must possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal;

•       Must demonstrate ability to handle community relationships, disputes and conflicts arising from operations in different locations;

•       Must be able to deal effectively and timely with demanding situations;

•       Must be able to work independently and under tight time schedules;

•       Must be able to manage continuity, change and transition;

•       Must be able to maintain harmonization and encourage staff performance within the department,

•       Must have ability to work under pressure;

•       Must have a good track record.

AGE LIMIT

Applicants must not be above 45 years old.

REMUNERATION

Remuneration shall be in accordance with TPDC Salary Scales.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

The terms of employment shall be on permanent and pensionable terms.

MODE OF APPLICATION

(i)                 Interested and suitable Tanzanian nationals should submit their application letters along with their curriculum vitae, indicating current email and telephone contacts;

(ii)               Public Service applicants must channel their applications through their employers.

(iii)             Certified copies of relevant certificates and one recent passport size photograph should be attached to the application letters;

(iv)             Each applicant must provide names and contact details of two reputable referees;

(v)               Applications without relevant documents will not be considered;

(vi)             Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Applications must reach the undersigned by REGISTERED MAIL on or before 31^th May 2014.

The Managing Director

Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation Benjamin William Mkapa Towers Jamhuri/Azikiwe Road

P.O. Box 2774 Dar es Salaam Tanzania