The Pensions and Insurance Authority (\u201cthe Authority\u201d) is the regulatory and supervisory authority for the pensions and insurance industries in Zambia as provided for in the Pension Scheme Regulations Act No.28 of 1996 (as amended) and the Insurance Act No. 38 of 2021. The Authority supervises and regulates entities operating in the pensions and insurance sector. This includes insurance companies, reinsurance companies, insurance intermediaries, pension schemes, pension fund managers and pension fund administrators.
\nThe Authority invites applications for the following position as part of its ongoing expansion:-
\nASSISTANT PROCUREMENT OFFICER \u2013 ONE (1) POSITION
\nReporting to the Procurement Officer, the Assistant Procurement Officer will assist with undertaking the procurement of goods, works and services in order to ensure the efficient functioning of the Authority.
\nSpecific duties:-<\/p>\n
To assist in the effective execution and updating of the Annual Procurement Plan in order to guide the procurement processes of the Authority and ensure compliance with the Law.
\nTo assist in undertaking the effective procurement of goods, works and services in order to ensure seamless operations of the Authority.
\nTo assist with expediting the contract management process by tracking contract implementation and facilitating the approval of completion documents by contract managers in order to ensure timely service delivery and reduce disputes.
\nTo assist with undertaking the preparation and submission of procurement reports and minutes to the Zambia Public Procurement Authority (ZPPA) in order to ensure compliance to the Law.
\nTo provide technical advice to evaluation committee members on procurement related matters in order to make informed decisions
\nTo expedite the submission of correspondences with internal and external Stakeholders in order to add value to procurement proceedings and obtain both ad-hoc and statutory clearances.<\/p>\n
Requirements: \u2013<\/p>\n
Full Form V\/Grade 12 Certificate with credit or better in Mathematics and English.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Diploma in Purchasing and Supplies or equivalent CIPS\/ ZIPS qualification.
\nValid Membership with the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply with a valid practicing license.
\nAt least 2 years relevant experience.
\nExperience using the electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) system.<\/p>\n
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