The Ministry of Forestry Range and Soil Conservation is implementing the “Regeneration of Landscapes and Livelihoods Project” (ROLL) funded by the Government of Lesotho (GoL) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). The objective of the project is to is to ensure that rural communities adopt transformational practices for regenerated landscapes and sustainable livelihoods leading to improved nutrition and adaptation to climate change. This objective is underpinned by four outcomes; 1) Change in resource use practices; 2) Reduction of environmental degradation; 3) Improved livelihoods; and 4) the establishment of a facility and a fund.
The project comprises of two components: Regeneration coalition facility and Regeneration Opportunities Fund. The ROLL hereby invites applications from eligible candidates for the following positions:
Overall Scope of Work
The Procurement Officer will work under the direct supervision of, and be accountable to, the Procurement
Manager. The Procurement Officer will assist in the day-to-day project procurement activities and support
the Project Management Unit (PMU) in conducting procurement-related operations of ROLL.
Main tasks and Responsibilities
• Assist the Senior Procurement Officer in preparing solicitation documents for the various project procurement activities;
• Assist through coordination and support the procurement evaluation teams as necessary;
• Provide operational support and capacity development to the various project staff;
• Support the Procurement Manager with submitting all relevant documents to IFAD for No Objection through the No Objection Tracking Utility System (NOTUS);
• Support the Procurement Manager with maintaining and updating the information on the Contract Monitoring Tool (CMT) function of the IFAD Client Portal (ICP) and paper based records;
• Carry out any other procurement-related duties as requested by the Procurement Manager.
• Holds meetings with relevant stakeholders to enhance contractual relationships
• Maintain asserts registry of all project asserts
• Recommend necessary adjustments in the procurement section of the Project Implementation Manual (PIM) to ensure timely achievement of Project Goals;
• Conduct field/site visits as part of procurement/contract monitoring effort;
• Maintain highest standards of personal and business conduct to ensure project actions are governed according to procurement laws;
• Participate in project events to maintain effective working relationship with stakeholders as well as other partners including government institutions;
Competencies
• Possess the ability to give sound advice on Procurement issues that would impact on the project’s financial and physical performance;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills required;
• Strong personal management;
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, internet use and procurement databases;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Highest standards of integrity, discretion and loyalty;
• Demonstrated capacity to produce high quality technical reports;
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Educational Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain Management/ Economics/ Accounting/ Finance/ Business Administration;
• Post Graduate qualification in any of the above listed degrees will be an added advantage;
• Professional qualification in procurement from an internationally recognised and accredited institution will be an added advantage.
Experience
• Minimum 4 years professional Experience in procurement For Bachelor’s Degree Holders; 3 Years for Honor’s Degree Holders and 2 Years for Master’s Degree Holder;
• Having Knowledge of government Procurement and contract management is an added advantage;
• Extensive knowledge of IFAD procedures is an advantage.
Language Requirements
• Fluency in written and spoken Sesotho and English;
• Demonstrated capacity to produce high quality technical reports.
Duration of the Assignment
The duration of the assignment will be 3 years, renewable depending on satisfactory performance.
For a detailed set of ToRs please visit the Ministry of Forestry Range and soil Conservation website (http://www.forestry.gov.ls/The%20Miistery_page). All Interested candidates must hand deliver applications, CVs including certified Certificates to Ministry of Forestry Range and Soil Conservation Offices addressed to Director Human Resources, MFRSC, P.O Box 92, Industrial Area, Maseru. The deadline for submission of applications is Monday, 7th February 2022 at 16:30 noon. Please visit Human Resources Office for further enquiries.