The Vice President’s Office, in partnership with UNEP, UNHCR, the Kigoma Regional Secretariat, NEMC, and TFS, is excited to announce the “Building Climate Resilience in Kigoma Region” project. Funded by the Green Climate Fund (GCF) through UNEP, this project addresses climate change impacts in Kigoma.

This initiative runs from 2024 to 2028 and focuses on Kasulu, Kibondo, and Kakonko districts in Kigoma. Its goal? Strengthening community resilience through sustainable land management, conserving natural resources, and promoting climate-smart agriculture.

If you’re a qualified Tanzanian, here’s your chance to contribute to this transformative project.

Position: Procurement Officer

  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Project: Building Climate Resilience in Kigoma (GCF FP218)
  • Contract: 1-year, renewable for up to 5 years
  • Start Date: December 2024
  • Location: Kigoma

Role Objective

As the Procurement Officer, you’ll lead the project’s procurement efforts, ensuring everything aligns with UN Procurement Procedures and the Project Cooperation Agreement. You’ll work closely with the Project Manager, partners, and finance team to integrate procurement plans and reports seamlessly.

What You’ll Do

Procurement Planning

  • Create and update procurement plans for hiring contractors, consultants, and suppliers.
  • Maintain proper procurement records and set up a monitoring system.
  • Ensure procurement documents are processed efficiently with UNEP.

Consultant Selection

  • Draft expressions of interest and advertise them effectively.
  • Prepare RFQs and RFPs, assist in proposal evaluations, and support contract negotiations.
  • Obtain UNEP approvals promptly.

Goods and Works Procurement

  • Prepare bid documents and assist in advertising.
  • Support bid evaluations and ensure UNEP clears contracts quickly.
  • Keep accurate financial records for all procurement activities.

Advisory Services

  • Ensure all procedures follow UN Procurement Policies.
  • Provide guidance to the Project Manager for sound procurement decisions.

Compliance is Key

  • Follow UN policies, including anti-fraud, anti-corruption, and harassment frameworks.
  • Adhere to the GCF Policy on Prohibited Practices.
  • Implement all activities per the Project Cooperation Agreement.

What We’re Looking For

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement or Supply Chain Management.
  • CPSP (T) Certified Procurement and Supplies Professional registration.

Experience

  • 5+ years in Contract/Procurement Management, especially handling RFPs over $100,000.
  • Proven expertise in multilateral or bilateral project procurement.
  • Certification in CIPS, IFPSM, or PMI is an added advantage.

Skills

  • Fluent in English and Kiswahili.
  • Strong integrity, attention to detail, and excellent time management skills.

Salary

Compensation follows project-specific procedures.

Onther Jobs

  1. Finance and Accounting Officer
  2. Project Manager

How to Apply

If you’re a qualified Tanzanian, send your:

  • Cover Letter
  • CV
  • Copies of relevant certificates

Email your application to barua@vpo.go.tz by 1st December 2024. Include the position title in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Let’s Build a Resilient Kigoma Together!

Be part of this incredible journey to tackle climate change and create a sustainable future.

Contact Us:
Office of the Vice President

  • Phone: +255 026 2329006
  • Fax: +255 026 2329007
  • Email: ps@vpo.go.tz
  • Address: P. O. Box 2502, 40406 Dodoma

Don’t miss this chance to make a real impact!