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• LECTURER – PURCHASING AND SUPPLY (1 position)

  

  LECTURER – PURCHASING AND SUPPLY (1 position)

  Mulungushi University is inviting qualified and sufficiently motivated individuals to apply for the following positions in the University.

  
  Job purpose: To produce highly qualified purchasing, supplies, and supply chain managers

  
  Main duties: To teach, conduct research and carry out academic-related responsibilities
  Qualifications:

  I.  A Grade 12 Certificate with at least five Credits that must include English Language and Mathematics

  II. An earned Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supply with at least a Merit from a reputable and accredited University

  III.An earned Master’s degree in Purchasing and Supply from a reputable and accredited University

  IV.  Proof of research and publications

  V. Functional computer skills

  VI.Teaching experience at University level will also be an added advantage

  VII. A fully paid-up member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply with a valid practicing license

   

  How to apply: -
  Send your application letters with a detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts and any such other material as the applicant may wish to submit.
  
  

  The curriculum vitae must give full personal particulars, including full name, date of birth, qualifications, employment status, work experience, date of availability, mobile number, e-mail address, name and address of three traceable referees, two of which should be professionally acquainted with the candidate and one character referee to:
  
  

  Registrar
  Mulungushi University
  Great North Road Campus
  P O Box 80415
  KABWE

  
  Or to the following E-mail address:
  recruitment@mu.ac.zm

  
  Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 14th April 2022.

  
  MULUNGUSHI UNIVERSITY WILL REMAIN AS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

• ZIPS EDUCATION MANAGER

  

  1.0 BACKGROUND

  The Zambia institute of purchasing and supply (ZIPS) was established under the Act No. 15 of 2003 of the laws of Zambia.

   

  The main function of the institute is to certify and regulate professional conduct for all procurement and supply practitioners as well as build capacity for the practitioners in the purchasing and supply profession in Zambia.

  In order to increase accessibility of the profession by interested Zambians, the institute has   introduced local training in purchasing and supply management. This is in response to the growing demand by practitioners and school leavers who are unable to access the chartered institute of purchasing and supply (CIPS) training due to cost implications

  The Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ) through the Public Financial Management Reform program (PFMRP) provided funding to the Zambia institute of purchasing and supply (ZIPS) to facilitate the introduction of local training in purchasing and supply management.  The program started running in 2015 and has a student population of over 350 at both certificate and Diploma levels. The professional level qualification will be introduced in July, 2018.

  The institute now seeks to recruit a suitable, highly motivated and goal oriented professional to fill the following vacancy.

  EDUCATION MANAGER (01)

  This is a senior position responsible for the institutes’ overall Education program in purchasing and supply management and is accountable to the Executive Director.

   

  2.0 JOB PURPOSE

  (a) Manage the training program and ensure students enroll for the certificate, diploma and professional level courses in purchasing and supply management.

  (b) Prepare and manage Examination process.

  (c) Recommending examination questions setters, Moderators, invigilators and examiners

  (d) Coordinate all the activities relating to the education program and ensure the smooth running of the training program.

  (e) Effective collaboration with training partners and other stakeholders

  (f)   Ensure accreditation of the education program to all relevant bodies

  3.0 JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

  a.      Develop and recommend to the Executive Director appropriate systems, control policies, procedures and strategies for the Education Program.

  b.      Develop budget guidelines, coordinate the budgeting process and consolidate the departmental budgets as well as budget controls.

  c.       Prepare weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports as well as ad hoc reports and recommendations for improvements in order to meet set objectives.

  d.      Develop and implement cost containment strategies

  e.      Manage resources of the institute efficiently in order to meet the set objectives.

  f.        Supervise staff in the department to ensure attainment of the education program objectives.

  g.      Promote dialogue through workshop and seminars with all the stakeholder.

  h.      Visit training partners and arrange meetings and education talks for students.

  i.        Sensitize students, training partners, the public and all stakeholders on the education program.

  j.        Provide leadership in reviewing the educational materials from time to time.

  k.       Ensure that all education materials are printed on time and are available for students to use.

  l.        Ensure smooth communication to and from students and training providers

  m.    Any other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director.

   

   4.0 REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.

  The Education Manager will report to the Executive Director, who has the overall responsibility for the work of the institute.

   

  5.0 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  1.    Degree in Business Administration or any other related field.

  2.    Master’s Degree in Procurement and Supply Management, Business Administration or any related field will be an added advantage.

  3.    Qualifications in purchasing and supply management will be an added advantage

  4.    Certificate in Teaching Methodology or Training of Trainers an advantage.

  5.    Full Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ levels.

  6.    A proven track record of Teaching, Examination setting, moderation, marking and invigilation.

  7.    Three (3) years experience in providing similar services.

  8.    Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

  6.0 PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  a.   Strong personality and character, a team player with tact and diplomacy as well as integrity to effectively perform the role.

  b.   ICT skills and capacity building skills are critical

   

• STORES OFFICER (1 position)

  

  STORES OFFICER (1 position)
  Mulungushi University is inviting qualified and sufficiently motivated individuals to apply for the following positions in the University.

   

  Job purpose: To ensure receipt, storage and issuance of goods to various end-users in the University
  
  

  Main duties:
  
  

  ü  Initiating Purchase Requisitions

  ü  Receiving of materials and processing Goods Received Notes

  ü  Issuing of materials to end-users

  ü  Any other duties that may be assigned
  
  

  I. Qualifications:

  II. Grade 12 Certificate with at least five Credits that must include Mathematics and English Language

  III. Must poses a Diploma in Stores Management or Purchasing and Supply

  IV. Functional computer skills

  V.  At least two years of post-qualifying experience

  VI. A fully paid-up member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply with a valid practicing license

  
  How to apply: -
  Send your application letters with a detailed curriculum vitae, certified copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts and any such other material as the applicant may wish to submit.
  
  

  The curriculum vitae must give full personal particulars, including full name, date of birth, qualifications, employment status, work experience, date of availability, mobile number, e-mail address, name and address of three traceable referees, two of which should be professionally acquainted with the candidate and one character referee to:
  
  

  Registrar
  Mulungushi University
  Great North Road Campus
  
  

• FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER (01)

  

   BACKGROUND

  The Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) was established by Act of Parliament No. 15 of 2003 of the laws of Zambia.

  The main function of the Institute is to certify and regulate professional conduct of all Procurement and Supply practitioners as well as build capacity for the practitioners in the Purchasing and Supply Profession in Zambia.

  The Institute now seeks to recruit a suitable, highly motivated and goal oriented professional to fill the following vacancy:

  FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION MANAGER (01)

  JOB PURPOSE

  The Finance and Administration Manager will be in charge of overall management of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) financial and administration in consultation with Executive Director and the National Treasurer

   

  JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES

  Working under the supervision of the Registrar, the specific responsibilities of the Finance and Administration Manager shall be;

  a)   Budget preparation and monitoring

  b)   Effectively manage payables and receivables;

  c)   Timely preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements and reports for audit certification;

  d)   Ensure formulation of accounting policies and standards that are in line with the international standards;

  e)   Ensure all cash received agrees with the banking summary report prior to banking and ensure that all monies received are banked in the respective bank accounts;

  f)     Agree, monitor and review performance of subordinate staff to ensure that they work towards meeting performance objectives;

  g)   Plan and coordinate administrative procedures and systems and devise ways to streamline processes

  h)   Recruit and train personnel and allocate responsibilities and office space

  i)     Assess staff performance and provide coaching and guidance to ensure maximum efficiency

  j)     Ensure the smooth and adequate flow of information within the company to facilitate other business operations

  k)    Monitor inventory of office supplies and the purchasing of new material with attention to budgetary provisions

  l)     Monitor costs and expenses to assist in budget preparation

  m) Facilities management

  n)   Organize and supervise other office activities (recycling, renovations, event planning etc.)

  o)   Ensure operations adhere to policies and regulations ;and

  p)   Perform any other duties assigned by the Registrar.

   

  QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

  a)   Full Grade 12 Certificate with 5 credits including Mathematics and English

  b)   Bachelor’s Degree in Accounts

  c)   Full ACCA/ Full CIMA/ Full Chartered Accountant Zambia (ZICA)

  d)   Master’s Degree added advantage

  e)   5 years’ experience  of which 2 must be at the Management level

  f)     Proficiency in working with accounting packages

  g)   Paid up member of the Zambia Institute of Chartered Accountants

  PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

  ·         Self-starter

  ·         Able to pay attention to detail

  ·         Integrity

  ·         Team player

  ·         Effective Communicator – oral and written

  ·         Excellent personal and interpersonal skills

  JOB LOCATION: Lusaka

  CONTRACT DURATION: 2 years

  Applications with current curriculum vitae, certified copies of qualifications and contacts for three (3) traceable referees should be e-mailed jobs@zipszambia.org or physically delivered and addressed to:

   

  The Registrar

  Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply

  Plot No 6764

  Akanongo Road off Chainama Road

  Olympia Park

  LUSAKA.

  
  

  Closing date for receipt of applications is 29^th April 2022 at close of business and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.