Provide technical procurement support to all programmes in the Country Office of Uganda.

Work in close coordination with Supply Chain Unit for providing operational procurement, logistic and emergency support on critical requirements such as armored vehicles, staff security equipment, etc.

Consolidate procurement plans, administer CO LTAs in line with IOM procurement procedures. Participate in the development of SOPs for LTAs established and maintain contract monitoring tools.

Participate in analysis of lead times, performance indicators, and specific operational logistical requirements and provide recommendations to Supply Chain Officer on optimization of global procurement and logistics operations to increase cost effectiveness and aim for continuous improvement.

Manage procurement and coordinate logistics of goods and services as per the assigned tasks.

In coordination with the Supply Chain Officer, liaise with UN and humanitarian agencies on collaborative tenders and joint activities.

Build, manage, and review global vendor list with their qualifications and compliance to business needs through market research, participation on exhibits and collaboration with UN and other humanitarian agencies.

Assist the Supply Chain Officer in building, maintaining, and enhancing solid relationships with Vendors and Stakeholders. Take lead in performing periodic vendor performance review meetings in line with procurement policies.

Supervise the review and provision of technical assistance/guidance on business process and procurement operational/technical aspects in IOM’s ERP Material and Asset Management Modules functionality taking into consideration the organization’s procurement policies and procedures, procurement structure, project structure and accounting policies and procedures.

Undergo duty travel (TDY) for field mission’s procurement assistance, if required.

Perform Officer in Charge functions for Procurement Unit, if required.

Prepare relevant procurement reports, presentations, and statistical analysis.

Assist the Supply Chain Officer in planning and managing professional enhancement training programs for the procurement support team.

Supervise, monitor and train Procurement and Logistics support staff in carrying out their procurement and logistics functions.

Coordinate with legal and finance team when necessary.

Perform other related duties as required.