Our client is the NPHCDA, established in 1992 as a parastatal of the Federal Ministry of Health, to provide leadership that supports the promotion and implementation of high quality and sustainable Primary Health Care (PHC) services in Nigeria, In 2007, NPHCDA was merged with the National Programme on Immunisation (NPI), as part of the Federal Government’s drive to strengthen the Agency’s leadership and ensure the integrated delivery of PHC services.
As part of the ongoing effort to reposition the Agency in line with Health Agenda 2009, and the recent public service reforms, some senior-level vacancies have been created. We are looking for driven, innovative, competent and proven health sector leaders, managers and team players who have excelled in their field and wish to make a difference by improving health outcomes for our people and achieve the health-related MDGs.
We are calling for applications from suitably qualified internal and external candidates to fill the position below within the Agency as approved by its Governing Board;
Position: Head Procurement Unit
Duties:
The successful candidate will lead the Procurement Unit in the Office of the Executive Director. The Procurement Unit is responsible for managing all aspects of the procurement process as provided for by the Procurement Act 2007. The Head will provide leadership in establishing an effective and efficient procurement forecasting, planning and management with in-built controls in line with Government extant rules and regulations and best practices in public financial management.
Requirements
- The ideal candidate will have excellent organisation and management skills, sound knowledge of public sector procurement regulations and should be registered with a recognised relevant professional body. Proven track record in managing public sector procurement units will be an added
- He /she should possess a degree in areas such as purchase and supplies, accounting and or finance and must have the requisite professional experience and qualification to head a Procurement Unit in the public service.
Additional Criteria
- Interested candidates must ensure they meet the following additional criteria to be considered suitable for employment into this role:
- Must be Nigerian citizens as defined in the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
- Possess a certificate indicating their State of Origin and Local Government Area
- Within the age limits for engagement into public service.
- Submit references and pass independent reference checks
Method of application:
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NPHCDA is an equal opportunity employer and only suitably qualified candidates will be contacted NFHCDA retains the right to cancel the recruitment exercise without any obligations.
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