Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview),

The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, introduced the devolved system of Government which resulted to the formation of the 47 Counties across the Country, Kakamega County being among them. Kakamega County is located in the western region of the country with an area of 3,051.3 square kilometers and an estimated population of 2,079,669 and den...

Responsibilities or duties,

This is the entry and training grade for this cadre. An officer at this level will be responsible for performing a variety supply chain management work of limited scope and under the guidance of a senior officer. Specific duties will include: -

• Participate in Supply Chain Management services function in the day-to-day operations and procedures. ii. Maintain and archive documents and records of procurement and disposal activities for required periods.
• Issue and receive stores items;
• Participate in the implementation and adherence of the PPADA, 2015 as per the laid down procedures, policies and regulations;
• Ensure the safe custody of procurement records including appropriate documentation;
• Participate in Stock taking, maintenance and update of Asset and inventory registers;
• Maintain and update list of prequalified suppliers; and
• Prepare recommendations for disposal of unserviceable items.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills),

For appointment to this grade:

• Have Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- (Minus) with a minimum of C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Have a Diploma (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Experience in IFMIS operations and e-procurement of at least one (1) year will be an added advantage;
• Be a member of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or CIPS; and
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.

Experience needed,

Experience in IFMIS operations and e-procurement of at least one (1) year will be an added advantage;

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes).

The County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer and women, persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Participate in Supply Chain Management services function in the day-to-day operations and procedures. ii. Maintain and archive documents and records of procurement and disposal activities for required periods.
• Issue and receive stores items;
• Participate in the implementation and adherence of the PPADA, 2015 as per the laid down procedures, policies and regulations;
• Ensure the safe custody of procurement records including appropriate documentation;
• Participate in Stock taking, maintenance and update of Asset and inventory registers;
• Maintain and update list of prequalified suppliers; and
• Prepare recommendations for disposal of unserviceable items.

• IFMIS operations
• e-procurement
• Computer Applications

• Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C- (Minus) with a minimum of C- (Minus) in Mathematics and English or Kiswahili or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Diploma (CIPS) in Supplies Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
• Membership of the Kenya Institute of Supplies Management (KISM) or CIPS;
• Certificate in Computer Applications from a recognized institution.