Sunday, April 14, 2013

Procurement Officer


Position: Procurement Officer (1 Post)
Place: TIB Development Bank Limited
Area: Dar Es Salaam

Position Description:
TIB Development Bank Limited (formerly Tanzania Investment Bank Limited) was established by an Act of Parliament in 1970 as a Development Finance Institution (DFI) to provide development financing through the provision of short, medium and long term financing. Following implementation of the first phase of the Government Financial Sector Reforms and the enactment of the Banking and Financial Institutions Act of 1991, TIB was licensed to operate as a non-bank financial institution. In August 2005 the government undertook to transform the bank back into a profitable and sustainable Development Finance Institution offering both long-term finance and equity, providing technical assistance and support services, while also acting as a conduit for official development assistance and special development government funds.

In this regard, activities of TIB Development Bank have specifically expanded and the bank now invites applications from suitable, qualified and skilled persons to fill the following available vacancies:

Nature and Scope
The successful candidate will work in the Procurement Management Unit and report to Head of the Unit. He/ She will be responsible for procuring, ordering, receiving, storing and issuing of store items to all user departments. He/She will also assist the Unit to perform Procurement Management Unit activities such as preparation of tender documents and selection of procurement methods.

Duties and Responsibilities.

  • Initiate material requisition and maintain stores ledger and records.
  • Provide stock, reconcile ledger and prepare quarterly reports.
  • Liaise with supplies/stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of goods and services and inspect them before being accepted into the stores.
  • Participate in the preparation of Annual Procurement Plan.
  • Prepare purchase orders as per approved tenders/quotes.
  • Ensure creditors payments are in accordance with company payments terms.
  • Co-ordinate and prepare tender documents to ensure the production of realistic and commercial tenders.
  • Ensure that all records are in order for audit purposes.
  • Propose policies and procedures for all work involving contracts for the procurement of general services.
  • Establish a data bank of suppliers for the bank and assist in managing suppliers relationships and service level agreements (SLA's).
  • Carry out any other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

  • Bachelor Degree in Procurement/Materials Management or related discipline from a recognized University/Institution.
  • Registered by the Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technicians Board (PSPT).
  • At least two (2) years working experience in procurement and storekeeping.
  • Good written and communication skills.
  • Should have computer skills.


How to Apply:
Qualifying candidates should apply in writing to or lodge their applications at the address below, enclosing:
An application letter showing how they meet the post's requirements.
Comprehensive curriculum Vitae.
Copies of relevant certificates and awards.
Contact address including telephone number(s) and/or email address(s) if available.
Names and full addresses of three referees.

Managing Director
TIB Development Bank Limited
Mlimani City Office. Park Building No.3 Sam Nujoma Road
P.O. Box 9373
Dar es Salaam

Fax: +255222411122

Deadline: 24-04-2013 
Source: Daily News, 11 April 2013