Procurement Internship in Kenya – Council of Governors

Procurement Internship

The Council of County Governors (COG) is a non-partisan organization established under Section 19 of the Intergovernmental Relations Act (IGRA 2012). The Council of Governors comprises of the Governors of the forty-seven Counties. main functions are the promotion of visionary leadership; sharing of best practices and; offer a collective voice on policy issues; promote inter-county consultations; encourage and initiate information sharing on the performance of County Governments with regard to the execution of their functions; collective consultation on matters of interest to County Governments.

For better execution of its mandate, the Council of Governors is established in various sectorial working Committees and Departments. To enable the Council, achieve its mandate and vision, the Council wishes to recruit an Intern to support the Procurement Department at the Council:

Scope of Assignments

Support the Procurement Department general running of stores and procurement activities during the preparation of the upcoming devolution Conference 2023.

Responsibilities

The specific duties and responsibilities will include:

Proper documentation of all procured items; planning and coordination of purchasing and supply services;
Controlling requisitions of items and services in the Council;
Prepare and execute purchase orders and requisitions;
Follow-up on delivery;
Stores Receipt, Issue on demand;
Coordinate inspection;
Receive invoices;
Prepare completion certificates;
Initiate payment processes (Process Goods received notes);
Monitor stock level & Ensure replenishment;
Issue consumables and;
Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.
The Assignments will be supervised by and reporting to the Supply Chain Management Officer

Duration of the assignment

The internship duration is for a period of six (6) months.

Required Qualifications

Have a Bachelor Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or a related field;
Certificate in Computer applications.
Experienced in undertaking comprehensive research;
Outstanding Interpersonal, analytical and communication skills;
Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy and attention to detail;
A high level of computer literacy and proficient in written and spoken English and Kiswahili; and
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Procurement Internship in Kenya – Council of Governors

How to Apply

Interested persons should send their CV with names and addresses of three referees and Cover letter ONLY to [email protected] on or before Tuesday 9th May, 2023 indicating the name of the position applying for in the subject on the email

Council of Governors is an equal opportunity Employer. Persons living with disabilities and Persons from the marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.