Job Title: Procurement Officer
Duty Station: Kampala
Reports to: Procurement Manager
Supervises: None
Job Purpose;
The Procurement Officer will plan and coordinate the procurement of goods and Services for
supported health units and project activities. S/he will be responsible for ensuring effective and
efficient functioning of all procurement and disposal activities of the project.
Specific responsibilities;
• Plan, coordinate and manage the project procurement planning process.
• Plan, organize and lead the bid solicitation process including drafting and issuing of
request for quotations among others, and developing bid evaluation criteria.
• Maintain and update the supplier database which is able to adequately serve the needs
project needs and effectively manage suppliers to ensure timely delivery of the
requested goods and services
• Prepare and timely submit monthly procurement reports and trackers
• Analyse client requests and select the most appropriate procurement method based on
established practices, policy and past experience. Conceptualise and recommend new
practices and procedures where no precedent exists.
• Analyse, negotiate and prepare contracts, ensuring appropriate terms and conditions are
included to protect the interest of JCRC and avoid litigation
• Monitor and review progress of contracts, coordinate renewals as appropriate, review
and approve invoices for payment, and resolve any problems that may arise as well as
performing post contract evaluations.
• Create and maintain procurement records, including electronic records ensuring
accuracy and integrity of data through regular report generation, review and update of
data.
• Plan, coordinate and manage the disposal of all project obsolete items• Ensure compliance with JCRC procedures, government obligatory regulations and
donor guidelines. Ensure all auditable procurement and disposal documents are
attached.
• Provide advice and guidance to clients on procurement matters and coaches clients on
relevant processes to ensure client needs are met
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications;
• A Bachelor of Procurement and Logistics Management or Bachelor of commerce,
Business Administration or any other business-related field.
• 3-5 years’ practical experience in the field of Procurement and Supply management
preferably with an INGO, with demonstrable knowledge of Public Procurement Laws
of Uganda PPDA , DOS and DOD guidelines and regulations.
• Completed or pursuing CIPS
• Basic knowledge of Accounting, proficiency in Excel and Navision or other ERPs is an
added advantage
• Thorough knowledge of procurement principles and procedures and attention to detail
• A high degree of integrity and confidentiality
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• The incumbent must possess excellent communication, team working and good
interpersonal skills
Application Procedure;
• All applications should be addressed to The Head Human Resources at Joint Clinical Research Centre via jobs@jcrc.org.ug
• Applicants are STRICTLY advised to apply with a cover letter and CV combined in one PDF document not exceeding six pages, quoting clearly the Position in the subject line e.g. Senior Lab Advisor.
• Label the PDF document with your full name.
• Failure to follow the above application procedure will lead to automatic disqualification.
• Detailed job descriptions can be obtained from the JCRC Website. Via this link https://www.jcrc.org.ug/resources/jobs-vacancy-announcements/
Deadline: Friday 25th September, 2026 at 17:00 hours.
Note: JCRC is an equal opportunity employer. Any attempts of influencing the recruitment process will lead to automatic disqualification.
