Job Opportunities

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF FINANCE OFFICER

DIRECTOR, PROCUREMENT

VACANCY NO: CFO/P01/2025

The University of Botswana (UB), a state- owned tertiary education institution invites suitable candidates for the position of Director, Procurement in the Office of the Chief Finance Officer.

The Director Procurement is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of procurement and supply chain management within the university. The position holder will develop procurement strategies, ensure compliance with policies and regulations, and foster relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders to support the university's mission and objectives.

Key Performance Areas;

1. Strategy and Policy
2. Contract Management
3. Vendor Management
4. Procurement
5. Risk Management and Compliance
6. Customer and Stakeholder Experience
7. People Management
8. Financial Management

Minimum Qualifications; applicant must have attained;

1. A Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administrations or related field. 
2. Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g. CIPS, CPSM) is an added advantage.

Experience:

1. A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience, five (5) of which should have been at middle management level
2. Higher Education experience is required

Professional Registration or license

Membership to a regulatory body is preferred

Other requirements

1. Extensive experience in procurement management in a higher education setting. 
2. In-depth knowledge of procurement regulations, laws, and best practices in a public entity.
3. Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
4. Proficiency in procurement software and data analysis tools.
5. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and budget management skills.
6. Team management experience.

Remuneration: University of Botswana offers a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with experience and qualifications.

How to apply: letters of applications are to address the stated qualifications and provide any other information to assist the University to determine the applicants’ suitability for the position. Applicants should quote the vacancy number of the post applied for; provide current CVs (including telephone, telex and telefax numbers and e-mails), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and submit three (3) names of individuals willing to submit references directly to the university.

Send your applications to: The Executive Assistant to the CFO, University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana, Telephone: (+267) 3552956. E-mail: nkarod@ub.ac.bw

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to Office No. 112 at 108 (first floor, Administration Building)

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 13 March 2025