Position Title: Procurement Officer
Location: The Kenya Scouts Association HQ, Nairobi
Reporting To: National Executive Commissioner
About Us:
The Kenya Scouts Association is an educational Movement for young people, which provides non-formal education that complements the core-curriculum offered in our educational institutions. Founded in 1910 and registered under an Act of Parliament Cap 219, KSA is a dynamic, inclusive, and impactful organization that nurtures young people into responsible, disciplined, and service-oriented citizens.
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Procurement Officer to join our team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Responsible for overseeing the procurement and supply chain functions of the Association in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- Prepare the annual procurement plan and budget proposal, and coordinate its implementation in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Prepare and review contract agreements in line with established procedures.
- Participate in tender openings and commercial analyses in liaison with relevant departments, sections, and units.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of procurement policies, procedures, and systems for the Association.
- Prepare and issue tender documents, bidding requests, and requests for quotations for both regular and specialized goods and services.
- Schedule procurement activities in alignment with approved budgets.
- Promote and ensure the adoption of best practices in supply chain management.
- Facilitate the prompt and accurate delivery of goods, works, and services following tender awards or purchase orders.
- Facilitating receipt, verification, inspection and posting of ordered goods, to ensure compliance to order specifications.
- Prepare tender evaluation schedules and local purchase/service orders for approval and award.
- Manage the performance and appraisal of staff within the procurement unit.
- Participate in periodic stock-taking and inventory control exercises.
Qualifications and Experience:
- At least five (5) years of relevant work experience, of which three (3) years must be at a senior level in Procurement.
- A Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Purchasing and Supplies, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related discipline.
- A professional qualification in Supply Chain Management (e.g., CIPS, KISM).
- Membership in a recognized professional body (such as KISM or CIPS) in good standing.
- A Certificate in Computer Proficiency.
- Compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (2010).
How to Apply:
All application to be addressed to;
The National Executive Commissioner
Kenya Scouts Association Rowallan Scouts Camp
P.O. Box 4122-00100, Nairobi.
And be emailed to: hr@kenyascouts.org
State the Position being applied for on the subject.
Applications to reach us on or before 17th October, 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.