KINGDOM OF LESOTHO
MINISTRY OF ENERGY
RURAL ELECTRIFICATION UNIT (REU)
BACKGROUND
The Ministry of Energy, under the Project Implementing Unit called Rural Electrification Unit (REU), is charged with the mandate and responsibility of increasing access to energy services in rural and semi-rural areas of Lesotho. To complete the identified projects for the current financial year, the Ministry requires additional human capacity. It is thus based on the foregoing that the Ministry invites applications from suitably qualified Basotho nationals for the following positions tenable at Rural Electrification Unit (REU).
JOB TITLE: PROCUREMENT MANAGER
REPORT TO: Project Manager
LOCATION: Maseru
DURATION: Six (6) months contract (Renewable based on project continuity)
OBJECTIVE
Organise and carry out procurement of goods, works and services in line with the Public Procurement Act 2023.
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Oversee all procurement functions within the unit, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
- Ensure procurement processes adhere strictly to the Public Procurement Act 2023.
- Prepare, review, and manage bidding documents, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and contracts.
- Assist in the compliance and review of project contracts.
- Ensure compliance with legal and technical requirements.
- Manage the full procurement cycle, including advertisement, bid opening, evaluation, contract award, and contract management.
- Assess potential suppliers’ ability to meet the Unit’s requirements in terms of design, performance, price, and delivery.
- Ensure proper documentation and record keeping.
- Prepare and submit comprehensive monthly reports on procurement activities to the Project Manager.
- Manage, supervise, and evaluate the performance of subordinate staff.
- Implement measures to uphold and enhance ethical behavior within the procurement function.
- Coordinate with project teams to ensure procurement aligns with project timelines and requirements.
- Support negotiations with suppliers and contractors for key purchases or project-related procurements.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s in Supply Chain Management, Commerce, or Business Administration, with five (5) years relevant experience in tender process administration and procurement of goods and services. CIPS Level 6 is a prerequisite.
OR
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Commerce, or Business Administration with eight (8) years relevant experience in tender process administration and procurement of goods and services.
- CIPS Level 6 is a prerequisite.
NB: Interested applicants should submit their detailed CV’s, certified copies of educational certificates, application letter and national identity document to the Human Resources Department, Ministry Of Energy, Development Planning Building, Second Floor, on or before
the 23rd January, 2026 by 16H00.
Disclaimer: Only short-listed candidates shall be communicated to for interviews.