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    Procurement Officer at - Nairobi, Kenya - DAI Kenya - Development Alternatives, Inc.

    DAI Kenya - Development Alternatives, Inc.
    DAI Kenya - Development Alternatives, Inc. Nairobi, Kenya

    1 week ago

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    Full time
    Description
    DAI is a global development company working on the frontlines of international development consulting. We are committed to shaping a more livable world. We tackle fundamental social and economic development problems caused by inefficient markets, ineffective governance, and instability.

    Objectives of the assignment

    The Procurement Officer will report to the Regional Coordinator and work in close collaboration with the Nairobi-based Director for Finance and Operations.

    S/he will play a pivotal role in ensuring integrity, fairness, and openness in procurement processes as well as adherence to policies, procedures, and controls.

    The Procurement Officer will oversee and conduct procurement of subcontracts and other goods and services, ensuring consistency with DAI and the activity's policies and procedures.

    Working with programmatic and other operations staff, ensure that all contract actions are compliant with US Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Agency for International Development Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR) regulations, as well as DAI policies and procedures.

    Tasks & Responsibilities

    General Acquisition & Procurement Responsibilities at the regional and county level:

    Handle the procurement of a wide range of goods, commodities, and services through subcontracts, blanket purchase agreements, and purchase orders.

    Monitor and track procurement activities and the delivery of goods/services.
    negotiate, modify subcontract agreements issued by DAI's activity.
    subcontracts invoice verification and approval process as required by DAI policies.
    Oversee solicitation of bids and quotes from vendors in adherence with policies & approved requisitions and procurement plans
    Conduct price/cost/reasonability analyses.
    Review requisition documentation, cost estimates, statements of work, etc. against procurement plans and budgets.
    Ensure complete backup documentation for procurements is submitted to activity's Finance Team for payment.

    Help non-procurement staff understand the requirements for submitting accurate and thorough requisitions, cost estimates, statements of work, or to determine other technical specifications.

    Determine source selection methods for complex procurements to ensure compliance.
    May serve as a non-voting chairperson on evaluation committees in accordance with DAI policies/procedures and thresholds.
    Assist activity staff in coordinating meetings, facilitating discussions, and developing briefings in support of the source selection process.

    Review and analyze budget estimates for allowability, allocability, reasonableness, and consistency; prepare cost evaluation data, and source selection documentation.

    Through market research efforts, identify and qualify potential suppliers (and products/services)
    Ensure that beneficial, ethical, and open supplier relationships are created and maintained according to procurement policies.
    Work closely with various home office support staff as necessary.

    Policies & Procedures

    Maintain integrity, fairness, accuracy, and openness in procurement processes.
    Follow all DAI/USAID and FAR policies, and procedures.
    integrity, fairness, accuracy, and openness in procurement processes.
    DAI/USAID and FAR policies, and procedures are followed and enforced.
    Help activity staff become more familiar, and understand, DAI procurement policies and procedures.
    Procurement Management Systems
    Comply with consistent usage of DAI's operations and procurement systems (TAMIS) in managing procurement processes.
    Maintain electronic procurement records & files in required DAI's systems.
    Train other DAI staff in the use of procurement systems, as necessary

    Logistics

    with maintaining inventory of project property.
    local travel requests and manage drivers' time and transportation schedule accordingly.
    vehicle logbooks, fueling, and maintenance records. Prepare accident and incident reports.

    Qualifications

    degree in relevant field required.

    years of experience including 3 years of relevant experience in procurement and logistics preferably on international donor funded or USAID-funded activities.

    literate with e-mail, word processing, and spreadsheet experience
    to multi-task and prioritize tasks. Excellent organizational skills and ability to work as part of a team.
    in English is required.
    of USG and FAR regulations and procurement and acquisition aspects of USAID-funded activities.
    for individuals that have worked in northern and southeastern Kenya, especially Garissa, Isiolo, Marsabit, Samburu, Turkana, Wajir, Kitui, Makueni, and Taita Taveta
    for individuals that have worked on programs with a focus in water, sanitation, agriculture, or sustainable livelihoods.
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