Chief Principal Supply Chain Management at County Assembly of Kisumu

County Assembly of Kisumu

  • Kisumu
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
The entry and training grade for this cadre.
  • Basic Salary Ksh. 107,130
  • House Allowance Ksh. 28,000
  • Commuter Allowance Ksh.14, 000
Duties and ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Director Supply Chain Management, duties and responsibilities will entail:
  • supervision of all staff within the department;
  • interpretation of relevant laws, regulations and policies;
  • ensuring goods and services procured by County Assembly meet tender specifications;
  • identifying, evaluating, selecting and negotiating contractual terms and prices with third party providers including suppliers;
  • developing detailed Service Level Agreements for third party providers outlining the key performance areas critical to the County Assembly
  • monitoring third party providers’ performance to assess ability to meet quality and delivery requirements;
  • convening and providing secretarial services to the Tender Committee;
  • ensuring maintenance of updated suppliers list;
  • ensuring that planned stock levels will meet forecasted demand by monitoring stocks to identify changes and determining re-order levels; and
  • Providing advisory services in the procurement matters to the County Assembly including preparation of consolidated procurement and disposal plan.
Requirement for AppointmentFor appointment to this grade, an officer must have:
  • Served in the grade of Senior Principal Supply Chain Management Officer or a comparable position for a minimum period of three (3) years;
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Commerce (Supplies Management option), Procurement and Supplies Management, Business
  • Administration, Logistics or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Master degree in any of the following disciplines: Supply Chain Management, Commerce (Supplies Management option), Procurement and Supplies Management, Business Administration, Logistics or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution OR
  • 15 years’ experience in the same field.
  • Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme from a recognized institution;
  • Proficiency in computer application;
  • Registration with a professional body and membership of good standing;
  • Valid practicing certificate; and
  • Demonstrated managerial and administrative and professional competence in work performance and results.
Method of ApplicationInterested candidates fulfilling the required qualifications should submit their application through Post Office, email or by hand delivery, clearly indicating the position and vacancy reference number, on both the cover letter, envelope and email applications, together with County Assembly Service Board Employment Form, a detailed CV, copies of academic & professional certificates, national identity card, names and telephone contacts of three referees, so as to reach the Board by Tuesday at 5:00 PM, 16 th September, 2025, addressed to:Clerk of the Assembly/ Secretary, County Assembly Service Board
County Assembly of Kisumu,
P.O Box 86 – 400100,
Kisumu
Email: kisumuassembly@gmail.comDetailed job descriptions and specifications for the above positions are available in at the Assembly`s website: www.kisumuassembly.go.keMANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSITIONS
Applicants MUST provide the following documents on application:-
  • A Signed application letter;
  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae indicating current and previous employers, positions held, level of education, notice period required to take up appointment and names of at least three professional referees;
  • Copies of academic and professional certificates; and
  • Copy of National Identification Card or Passport.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO NOTE:
  • Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application;
  • Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted;
  • Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification;
  • Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during interviews; and
  • It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
ONLY SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE EXPECTED TO PRESENT THE FOLLOWING CHAPTER SIX CLEARANCE CERTIFICATES: -
  • Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
  • Valid Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
  • Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
  • Current Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC); and
  • Current Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
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