Join Our WhatsApp Platform

Procurement and Logistics Officer

Uganda * Fultime
Company Logo
Seed Effect Uganda

Category: Procurement and Logistics Total Positions: Location: Uganda Fultime Salary: Not mentioned Posted 1 year ago
The role includes ensuring efficient and transparent procurement processes, effective supply chain management, and logistical coordination while maintaining organizational and donor policy compliance.
Trending News
See what's in the news!
View more
Loading latest stories...
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Procurement Management • Implement and oversee Seed Effect Uganda’s procurement policies and procedures to ensure compliance with donor and organizational standards. • Prepare and manage procurement plans in line with project timelines and budgets. • Source and evaluate suppliers, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. • Solicit bids/quotations, conduct bid analyses, and prepare procurement documentation for approval. • Negotiate contracts, agreements, and service-level terms with vendors and service providers. • Maintain accurate procurement records, including vendor contracts, purchase orders, and delivery receipts. • Ensure all procurement activities adhere to ethical standards and promote transparency. • Logistics and Supply Chain Management • Oversee goods storage, distribution, and tracking, including inventory and asset management. • Ensure the timely delivery of goods and services to project sites and offices. • Coordinate transporting and distributing materials, supplies, and equipment to field locations. • Develop and maintain a logistics tracking system to monitor shipments, deliveries, and inventory levels. • Ensure compliance with customs and import/export regulations for goods received from international vendors. • Asset Management • Maintain an updated inventory of all organizational assets, including vehicles, motorbikes, and office equipment. • Oversee the regular maintenance, repair, and tracking of Seed Effect Uganda’s assets to ensure operational efficiency. • Conducted periodic physical asset audits and prepared reports for management. • Fleet Management • Manage and coordinate the organization’s fleet of vehicles and motorbikes, ensuring safety and efficiency. • Monitor vehicle usage, fuel consumption, and driver logs to ensure policy compliance. • Schedule regular maintenance and ensure all vehicles and motorbikes are insured and roadworthy. • Train drivers and riders on safety measures and ensure compliance with road safety regulations. • Compliance and Reporting • Ensure all procurement and logistics activities comply with Seed Effect’s internal controls and donor requirements. • Prepare periodic procurement and logistics reports for management and donors, including cost analysis and efficiency evaluations. • Monitor risks associated with procurement and logistics activities and propose mitigation measures. • Vendor and Stakeholder Relations • Build positive relationships with suppliers, vendors, and service providers. • Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations. • Act as the main point of contact for procurement-related inquiries from internal and external stakeholders. • Emergency Preparedness • Develop contingency plans to address logistical challenges during emergencies or peak activity periods. • Coordinate the procurement and delivery of emergency supplies during project crises. • Spiritual • Model your personal life to reflect Christian values and biblical principles both within and outside Seed Effect premises. • Attend daily morning devotions to learn God’s word and deepen your relationship with him. • Participate in leading morning devotions, sharing the word of God, and conducting prayers whenever called upon. • Maintain a focus on Jesus Christ in everything you do at Seed Effect Uganda.
Recommended for you
QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
• Personal confession of faith in Jesus Christ and a passionate commitment to Seed Effect’s mission to serve as a holistic tool to live out the Great Commission alongside the Great Commandment as we empower the poor to know and follow Christ, plug into the local church, and overcome physical poverty • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field. • Professional certification in procurement and supply chain management (e.g., CIPS, CPSM) is an added advantage. • At least 3 years of experience in procurement and logistics, preferably in a nonprofit or faith-based organization. • Proven experience working with donor-funded projects and knowledge of donor compliance requirements. • Experience managing supply chains in remote and challenging locations is an added advantage. • Proficiency in procurement and inventory management software. • Strong knowledge of procurement regulations and logistics best practices. • Understanding Uganda’s tax laws, import/export requirements, and supply chain landscape. • Advanced computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. • Integrity: Uphold the highest ethical standards in procurement and logistics activities. • Attention to Detail: Ensure documentation, tracking, and reporting accuracy. • Analytical Skills: Evaluate procurement options and logistical challenges to make informed decisions. • Communication: Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to interact effectively with suppliers and stakeholders. • Problem-solving: Proactively identify and address challenges in procurement and logistics processes. • Faith Alignment: Commitment to Seed Effect’s mission and values and the ability to work in a faith-based environment.
HOW TO APPLY
Email your cover letter, resume and certifications via Email to Scovia Angiro, infohr@seedeffect.org
Deadline: Expired
Join Channel
Share this job post:


About The Employer

EMAIL:
Related Jobs
US Embassy in Uganda Deadline: Open until filled
WASSHA AFRICA Deadline: 27 Aug 2026
NADO-U Deadline: 31 Aug 2026
National Anti-Doping Organisation - Uganda (NADO-U) Deadline: 31 Aug 2026
Welile Technologies Limited Deadline: Open until filled
Biyinzika Poultry Deadline: Open until filled
Don Swift Company Deadline: Open until filled
Medical Teams Deadline: Open until filled
NSSF Uganda Deadline: 27 Aug 2026
International Trade Centre Deadline: 25 Aug 2026
Safer World Deadline: 24 Aug 2026
UGAFODE Microfinance Deadline: 25 Aug 2026
YSAT Uganda Deadline: Closing today
Standard Chartered Bank Deadline: Closing today
Quality Plastics Uganda Deadline: 26 Aug 2026
Luigi Giussani Foundation Deadline: Closing today
Wekume Deadline: Open until filled
Nzirambuya Investments Deadline: Open until filled
BondRich Advisory Deadline: Open until filled
Letshego Uganda Deadline: Open until filled
Encounter Church Deadline: Open until filled
Numida Deadline: Open until filled
Mogo Uganda Deadline: Open until filled
IDI Deadline: Open until filled
Numida Deadline: Open until filled
Numida Deadline: Open until filled
NFT Consults Deadline: Open until filled
NKAY Skin Clinic Deadline: Open until filled
d.light Uganda Deadline: Open until filled
NFT Consult Deadline: Open until filled
Share this job post:
Advertisement
Join Channel