Job Description
Ref. D/SCM/2023
Job Title: Director Supply Chain Management (CA3)
Overview:
The Communications Authority of Kenya (The Authority) is the regulatory agency responsible for
regulation of the communications sector in Kenya. We are committed to promoting and facilitating
the development of a vibrant and inclusive communications industry. As part of our strategic
objectives, we are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director Supply Chain Management
to join our team. This is a key leadership role responsible for providing expertise in supply chain
processes including procurement and assets disposal in accordance with the relevant laws. The
person enable the Authority to streamline supply chain processes for efficiency, effectiveness and
value-for-money.
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Director General, the Director Supply Chain Management will serve
as the Head of Procurement for the Authority to perform the roles of the office as defined in law.
This role requires top notch expertise in public procurement in Kenya, and better understanding of
the governing legal instruments in the field.
The successful candidate will play the role of supply chain facilitator to enable dependent
departments in the Authority achieve their objectives in the most efficient and effective manner.
1. Oversee the supply chain processes in procurement, stores/inventory management and
contract management as well as advising the Authority on the interpretation and application
of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Law.
2. Advise the Authority in the formulation and development of policies, plans and strategies
in the areas of supply chain.
3. Ensuring compliance with the procurement and asset disposal Law.
4. Prepare Annual Procurement and Asset Disposal Plan in line with the Law and monitor
their implementation.
5. Provide procurement professional opinions to the Accounting Officer on all procurement
contracts for goods, works, services and consultancies.
6. Provide professional advice to the Authority as required in relation to procurement and
asset disposal processes.
7. Implement the Supply Chain strategies and report in line with policies, processes and
procedures to senior management team and Board of Directors.
8. Oversee the management of inventory, stores and assets in compliance with the guidelines
issued by the Authority and the National Treasury.
9. Prepare statutory and administrative procurement and asset disposal reports as required by
the Authority and other Government bodies.
10. Oversee contract management to ensure conformity with the contract terms and conditions
of contract, and reports to the Accounting Officer on any significant departures from the
terms and conditions of the contract.
11. Maintain an approved list of registered suppliers and develop a mechanism of continually
updating it.
12. Build the capacity of the Authority through training and culture-change programme in
Capacity building in public sector supply chain management.
Qualifications:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or related degree from a
recognized university. Master’s degree is preferred.
2. Minimum of 12 years of experience preferably in supply chain management and at least
four (4) years of which in a management role position in the public service or private sector.
3. Professional qualification and full membership of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management
(KISM) or CIPs.
4. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya (2010).
Key Competencies:
1. In-depth knowledge and demonstrable experience of public sector procurement laws in
Kenya.
2. Proven experience in formulating and implementing public sector procurement and
disposal of assets in a complex work environment.
3. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex
technical issues and develop practical solutions relating to procurement.
4. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a
diverse team of professionals.
5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage
and negotiate with both internal and external stakeholders at various levels.
6. Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple
initiatives and deadlines.
7. Ability to work under pressure in a volatile and dynamic environment.