Job Opportunities

OFFICE OF THE VICE CHANCELLOR

DEPARTMENT OF PROCUREMENT OVERSIGHT

VACANCY NO: IRC 3022

The University of Botswana (UB), a state- owned tertiary education institution invites suitable candidates to apply for the position of Manager, Tendering and Adjudication in the Department of Procurement Oversight.

The Manager, Tendering and Adjudication, is responsible for overseeing the procurement of goods, services, and works required by the university. This role ensures that procurement activities are efficient, cost-effective, and in compliance with regulations and to the pre-adjudication processes of tendering.

Key Performance Areas;

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

Minimum Qualifications;

The applicant must have attained;

1. A Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
2. A Masters’ degree will be an added advantage

Experience:

1. A minimum of six (6) years' experience, three (3) of which should have been at managerial level
2. Higher Education experience is preferred

Professional Registration or license:

A member of a recognized professional body.

Other requirements:

1. Strong knowledge of public procurement act and public procurement regulations, category management, and supplier relationship management.
2. Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
3. Proficiency in procurement software and tools
4.  Experience in Tender evaluations and Adjudication

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

How to apply: letters of application 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, and e-mails), certified true copies of educational certificates, transcripts and submit three (3) reference professional letters.

Send your applications to: The Deputy Director, Appointments and Administration University of Botswana, Private Bag 0022, Gaborone, Botswana, Telephone: (+267) 355-5844/2048/2040. E-mail: hra@ub.ac.bw

Applicants should inform their referees to (i) Quote the Vacancy Number and Position applied for and (ii) submit their references directly to the above address before the stipulated closing date.

Hand delivered applications should be submitted to University of Botswana Administration Block 108, second floor, office No. 205/211

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Closing Date: 12 March 2026