Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA)
The Malawi Communications Regulatory Authority (MACRA) is a statutory body established under the Communications Act (Cap. 68:01 of the Laws of Malawi) to regulate the provision of services in the communications sector of Malawi, comprising telecommunications, posts and broadcasting.
Under the Communications Act, MACRA is mandated to regulate and monitor the provision of communications services and ensure that, as far as it is practicable, reliable and affordable communications services are provided throughout Malawi and are sufficient to meet the demand for such services in accordance with the principles of transparency, certainty, market orientation, efficiency, and consumer satisfaction. The vision of MACRA is to ensure
communication services for a digitally transformed nation.
In order to fulfil its mandate effectively and efficiently with strategic leadership and management, an opportunity has arisen within MACRA to fill various vacant positions. The
positions are highly demanding and require persons who have demonstrable capacity to initiate innovations geared at making MACRA a rejuvenated, vibrant and competitive Authority. The following are the details of the vacant positions;
PROCUREMENT & SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER (GRADE M4)
Key Duties and Responsibilities
i. Working with the Procurement and Disposal Unit (PDU) team to develop detailed annual procurement implementation plans for the Unit in line with the prevailing organization’s strategic plan
ii. Working with the PDU team user directorates and departments in the development of organization’s annual procurement and disposal plans in line with the prevailing Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets legal framework.
iii. Providing general technical advice and guidance to user directorates, departments and the Internal Procurement and Assets Disposal Committee (IPDC) on all procurement matters consistent with the prevailing Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets legal framework.
iv. Reviewing specifications, scope of works, bills of quantities (BOQ’s) and Terms of Reference (TOR’s) from user departments and directorates for the procurement of goods, works and services.
v. Preparing relevant Bidding Documents and Request for Proposals (RFP’s) for procurement of goods, works and services.
vi. Managing the entire procurement processes from advertising, receipt of bids and proposals, evaluation, compilation of evaluation reports, negotiations and drafting of contracts for successful bidders.
vii. Assisting the Head of Procurement and Supply Chain in the provision of secretarial services to the Internal Procurement and Assets Disposal Committee (IPDC) during its meetings
viii. Assisting in managing contracts with various suppliers, service providers, consultants and contractors
ix. Preparing of regular and timely progress reports on the collective activities of the Procurement and Disposal Unit (PDU) and the Internal Procurement and Disposal Committee (IPDC)
x. Assisting the Head of Procurement in coordinating procurement activities between MACRA, Public Procurement and Disposal Authority (PPDA) and the Government Contracting Unit (GCU)
Requisite Qualifications, Skills and Experience
i. Masters degree from a recognized University in Procurement & Supply Chain management or any related field
ii. At least five (5) years post qualification experience.
iii. Must be a Full member of the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply (MIPS)
iv. Knowledge of Public Procurement processes and procedures will be an added advantage.
v. Excellent interpersonal, written, oral communication and negotiation skills.
vi. Knowledge of Project Management and customs clearance procedures and processes
vii. Excellent computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets and power point presentations).
viii. Demonstrated ability to build subordinates competences in procurement and supply chain management.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
MACRA shall offer an attractive employee benefits package to successful candidates by its emolument structure commensurate with qualifications and experience, which includes salary, medical insurance, and membership to a contributory medical scheme.
Method Of Application
Applicants are required to apply by filling out the form on the following link https://tinyurl.com/5mhrcsm5. The application process requires you to fill out the form and
upload copies of your certificates on the link provided on the form. Please ensure you have a good internet connection.
The application process is estimated to take 29 minutes to complete. Please submit your application by end of the day of 13th October 2023. Only short-listed candidates will be
acknowledged.