Principal Procurement Officer

The Malawi National Examinations Board (MANEB) is a parastatal organization established by an Act of Parliament to conduct such academic and other examinations at the conclusion of any approved course in Malawi as it may be considerable in the public interest and award certificates to successful candidates in such examinations.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified, highly motivated, team player and result driven candidate for consideration to fill the position of:

Principal Procurement Officer (M4)

Details of the Post

• Principal Procurement Officer (M4)

  • The officer will be reporting to the Executive Director

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
a. Supervising staff in Procurement section
b. Providing adequate and timely procurement support to all programme activities, including appropriate supplier contract management, acquisition of goods and services
c. Ensure all procurement in compliant with Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Act
d. Ensure protocols and processes are in place and strictly adhered to
e. Preparation of procurement and Disposal plans and returns for the designated procurement activities
f. Managing implementation of procurement plans
g. Ensuring that tender process according to laid down deadlines
h. Assist in Managing annual organizational budget
i. Manage the timely supplier prequalification exercise and approval process
j. Contract administration to ensure delivery of goods/services is in accordance with contract terms and purchaser’s requirements
k. Sourcing, negotiating and reviewing supplier contracts
l. Leading a strong procurement team
m. Assisting in developing and reviewing organizational procurement policies
n. Managing supplier relations and performance
o. Preparation of procurement reports

Qualification and Requirements:

• Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement and Supply in Chain Management or professional qualification in Supply Chain Management (CIPS Level 6)

• Must have a minimum of four (4) years working experience in a reputable establishment

• Must be a member of MIPS

Requisite Knowledge, Attributes and Skills

• Must have good planning and organizational skills

• Must be of high integrity and trustworthy

• Must be decisive and able to make independent judgement

• Must possess excellent leadership qualities

• Must have good communication, computer and analytical skills

• Must be able to pay attention to detail

Applications together with copies of relevant certificates and Curriculum Vitae should be sent to:

The Executive Director
Malawi National Examinations Board
P.O. Box 191
ZOMBA

Closing date for receiving applications is 19th September 2025.