SHURUGWI TOWN COUNCL
Town Secretary Department
VACANCY: PROCUREMENT OFFICER: GRADE 12 x 1 POSITION REF: PO/11/25
Applications are invited from suitably qualified, experienced, self-motivated and task-oriented individuals to fill the above position that has arisen within the Town’s Secretary Department.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and administer all procurement activities;
- Place orders, process purchase requisitions, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services;
- Develop and implement annual procurement plans in line with Council’s operational and strategic objectives;
- Collaborate with all departments to forecast procurements needs and ensure timely availability of required goods and services;
- Participate in budgeting and planning sessions to align procurement with Council priorities;
- Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and reliability to achieve value for money;
- Prepare bid documents and contracts in line procurement regulations;
- Coordinate bidding process including bid openings and evaluations;
- Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act, Regulations and Council’s policies;
- Prepare and submit procurement report and evaluations to the Accounting Officer and Praz as required timeously;
- Work closely with finance and operations to meet procurement needs;
- Maintain accurate procurement records and handle procurement related admin tasks in terms of regulations;
- Advising the Accounting Officer/Town Secretary on all procurement issues;
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the supervisor to support procurement functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- 5 Ordinary level passes including Maths and English;
- Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement/Purchasing and Supply Management or equivalent, from a recognised university;
- Professional course qualification will be an added advantage (CIPS/ ACSP);
- Membership of a recognized Professional body;
- At least 3 years post qualification experience in a local authority or similar environment at management level;
- Valid Clean Class 4 driver’s licence.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Applications citing the position ref together with a detailed CV and certified copies of academic and professional certificates, birth certificate and identity card should be submitted to the office of the Town Secretary no later than 24 December 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will automatically disqualify candidates. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
“EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY”
