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Admin and Procurement Officer (MNCH Cell Karachi)

Job Category:
Administrative
Career Level:
Job Type:
Service Contract
Salary
40,000 – 60,000 PKR / month + DSA on actual basis
Positions:
1
Company Name:
UNFPA/MOH
City/Location:
Provincial MNCH Cell Karachi
Country:
Pakistan
Posted On:
28 November, 2009
Last Date to apply:
12 December, 2009
Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of progressively responsible diverse experience in procurement, administration, fleet management etc. with minimum of 2 years experience in government organization or in social sector
• Proficient in govt’s administrative, procurement and service rules
• Proficient in govt’s administrative, procurement and service rules

Description:
 

Purpose of Classification
The Admin and Procurement Officer (APO) reports to the PPD MNCH Programme and responsible for preparing the payroll, and providing personnel administration, logistics, and procurement support to the Provincial MNCH Cell.
Report To Provincial Programme Director MNCH
Directs Report Designated Staff
Example of Duties
Coordinate the procurement of field equipment, medicines, office supplies, etc. for the implementation of the approved work plan
Assist technical staff, on an on-going basis, by the timely and efficient procurement of required goods and services
Execute and monitor the Program’s procurement policy
Advice on the appropriate levels of contract monitoring and supplier performance to ensure compliance with the terms of the contract and any prescribed specifications for goods and services delivered
Carry out market research as necessary and to conduct pre tender discussions with potential suppliers including existing and new entrants into the market
Coordinate formal bids and Request for Proposals (RFPs). Review and assist in development of specifications and terms, schedules opening dates, arranges advertising and maintains files
Maintain and edit standard forms used in bid/RFP specifications
Respond to inquiries concerning criteria for contract award decisions
Maintain procurement records such as items or services purchased, costs, delivery, product quality or performance and inventories
Write and compose reports documenting procurement decisions. Prepares justification for contract awards or vendor selection
Conduct frequent audits and checks on procurement, store, vehicle management and other internal systems and report to the Finance, Admin and Procurement Officer
Assist the Provincial Program Coordinator and the Finance, Admin and Procurement Officer in managing support and clerical staff, including, interviewing, hiring, performance appraisals, coaching, etc.
Plan, schedule, allocate and prioritize workload of clerical and support staff to meet operating requirements
Maintain personnel files on all personnel, pastoral and support/office staff, and maintain personnel records, including qualifications, in service training, etc.
Maintain inventory for all general office supplies, practicing effective cost containment
Record data relating to the ordering, scheduling, receipting and payment of goods and services, ensuring that financial deadlines are met
Ensure the provision of effective typing/word processing, support to the professional staff of the Provincial MNCH Cell
Ensure that the office facilities and equipment are properly maintained. Process the cases of repair and maintenance of office and facilities
Maintain inventory of all the vehicles available in the office Ensure that log books are maintained properly
At the request of drivers, manage repairs of vehicles. For major repairs, follow repair procedure as laid down in the government policy
Arrange for the travel and boarding of the program staff and process travel claims
Undertake any other duties which may reasonably be regarded as within the nature of the duties and responsibilities/grade of the post as defined
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
Knowledge of purchasing principles and procedures, purchasing and contract law
Skilled in the preparation of highly complex technical specifications bids and proposals.
Skilled in preparing and analyzing comprehensive reports
Excellent interpersonal skills and communication, negotiation, and collaboration skills
Advance knowledge/interest in fleet management
• • Knowledge of health care and MCH network, issues and services in Pakistan
Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
Skilled in creating comprehensive performance reports


Education
Must Degree Degree Level Country Description
YesMasters degreeMasters DegreeLocal QualifiedMasters degree in commerce or economics / Degree in Laws.

Skills
Must Title Level Description
YesComputer Skills Excellent  Skilled in the use of computer hardware, MS Office and various accounting and financial management software
YesLanguage Skills Excellent  Fluency in oral and written English.