Industry: Social Business / International Development / Non-profit
Employer: KOMAZA
Position: Short-term Purchasing & Sales officer
Location: Kilifi, Kenya
Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
Duration: Three to four month fixed-term contract
Comp/Benefits: Competitive
Application Deadline: Tuesday 30th April 2013
Start Date: As soon as available
The person should be willing and able to work in Kilifi on short notice for a short duration.
Founded in 2006, KOMAZA is a social enterprise creating sustainable economic opportunities for farmers living in Africa’s semi-arid regions.
Employer: KOMAZA
Position: Short-term Purchasing & Sales officer
Location: Kilifi, Kenya
Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
Duration: Three to four month fixed-term contract
Comp/Benefits: Competitive
Application Deadline: Tuesday 30th April 2013
Start Date: As soon as available
The person should be willing and able to work in Kilifi on short notice for a short duration.
Founded in 2006, KOMAZA is a social enterprise creating sustainable economic opportunities for farmers living in Africa’s semi-arid regions.
Working through a network
of field staff, we partner with rural families and help them plant and
maintain small-scale, income-generating tree farms.
About the role
KOMAZA seeks to recruit a procurement and logistics management professional on a short-term basis to assist in the coordination of purchasing and sales operations of the company.
About the role
KOMAZA seeks to recruit a procurement and logistics management professional on a short-term basis to assist in the coordination of purchasing and sales operations of the company.
The person will assist in
activities related to procurement, logistics & sales for our rural
field operations as well as urban office.
With support from the Finance Director, typical duties will include:
Procurement
With support from the Finance Director, typical duties will include:
Procurement
- Determine the most effective and/or economical means for KOMAZA to procure supplies, inputs, tools and equipment, etc. for crop production, research and development, and organizational development
- Compile information, research and records on suppliers, prices, specifications and contact details to help in purchasing order decisions
- Consult catalogues, internet, and suppliers to obtain prices and specifications
- Assist in the management, planning, organizing and controlling of the activities of placing and processing order requests from functional or project team owners
Logistics
- Support the efforts of subcontractors, suppliers, and field staff and resolve logistics problems to ensure commitments are met
Storage and Inventory
- Support in the management and control storage and distribution activities of KOMAZA to ensure maximum utilization of facilities and other inventory
- Search inventory records or storage facilities to determine if material on hand is in sufficient quantity
- Participate in regular inventory audit of inputs, tools and equipment
Office and Field Based Work
- Assist on projects as assigned, which may include working to improve KOMAZA’s internal procedures.
- Support all other supervisors charged with the management and distribution of tools, equipment and other stocks with proper accountability of supplies
Qualifications
- Certifications in procurement and logistics management OR related disciplines preferred. Recent graduates in Economics or business are encouraged to apply.
- Good analytical skills, attention to detail and a person of high integrity
- Creative problem-solver; this position will require someone who can accomplish tasks creatively with minimal oversight by following through with instructions
Email your resume and cover letter to: info@kenyaxperience.org by Tuesday 30th April 2013
