Vacancy title:
Procurement Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Management, Business Operations, Civil & Government, Transportation & Logistics]

Jobs at:
Kisii National Polytechnic

Deadline of this Job:
Friday, October 2 2026

Duty Station:
Kisii | Kisii

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, September 24 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Background

Kisii National Polytechnic was founded on 19th December 1971 as Gusii Institute of Technology in Kisii town at a meeting of Abagusii leaders’ conference attended by representatives from all walks of life.

Job Specifications

The officer shall be responsible for providing leadership in procurement issues of the polytechnic including coordination of the procurement and disposal process, provision of secretariat services to asset and disposal committee and advising the Chief Principal on procurement matters in line with policies and procedures governing the polytechnic.

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities will entail;

• Coordinating and formulating the Polytechnic's procurement plan
• Supervising inventory and stock control
• Managing the processes of disposing of boarded stores and equipment
• Planning of supply chain management activities
• Coordinating warehousing, market surveys and research
• Coordinating procurement processes
• Preparing requisite management and statutory reports

Requirements

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have;

• Served in the grade of Procurement Officer (CSG 11) or in an equivalent position in the public service or private sector; with at least three (3) years' experience in a comparable institution or wider public service
• Bachelor's degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Attended a Senior Management Course lasting not less three (3) weeks from a recognized Institution.
• Must be an active member of KISM and in good standing
• Certificate in computer application skills; and
• Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results

Renumeration

The polytechnic will offer a competitive renumeration and conditions of service as per its approved career guidelines. All other allowances and benefits will be as provided in the terms of service applicable to respective job grades or as determined by the Governing Council from time to time

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested applicants who meet the above requirements, including those within the polytechnic, are required to submit their applications to be received on or before 2nd October 2026 at 04:0opm. Applications should include detailed curriculum vitae (CVs) and names and contacts of three (3) referees. Applicants must also attach copies of certified academic certificates and transcripts, testimonials, copy of National ID card all enclosed in a plain sealed envelope addressed to the undersigned.

The Chief Principal/ Secretary Governing Council

Kisii National Polytechnic

PO Box 222 – 40200

KISII

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