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Contracting and Procurement Specialist

SNV16 open roles

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Kampala, Central Region, Uganda
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13.1% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. SNV postings stay open a median of 12 days.

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  6. 59.0%60 days
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SNV median: 12 days open

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Company Description

SNV is a mission-driven global development partner with more than 60 years of experience strengthening agri-food, energy and water systems across Africa and Asia. Working at the intersection of climate resilience, gender equality and social inclusion, and strong institutions and effective governance, SNV helps people pursue equitable and sustainable livelihoods while contributing to resilient and inclusive societies.

SNV has been working in Uganda for more than 35 years and partners with government, the private sector, civil society, communities and development partners to deliver innovative and scalable approaches that improve food security and nutrition, expand access to sustainable energy, and strengthen water, sanitation and hygiene services. Through its Country Office in Kampala and regional offices in Fort Portal, Rukungiri, Jinja, Gulu and Lira, SNV implements programmes across more than 100 districts nationwide, creating sustainable impact at scale.

At SNV, our people drive our impact. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and purpose-driven workplace where talented professionals can grow, collaborate and contribute to lasting development outcomes for communities across Uganda and beyond.

For more information, visit our website: www.snv.org.

Job Description

Job Purpose

The Contracting and Procurement (C&P) specialist is appointed in SNV Uganda’s Contracting and Procurement team within the Operations department. The C&P Specialist supports and monitors the proper implementation of SNV C&P Policy and Procedures across projects and the country office.

(S)he is detail-oriented, thorough, organised, and able to prioritise; ensures procurement of goods, works, non-consultancy and consultancy services at the right price, of the right quality, in a timely and efficient manner; managing the database of contracts across the country office. (S)he also supports negotiation, establishes, and administers contracts for SNV Uganda.

S/he focuses on ensuring best practice in contracting and procurement across SNV Uganda; identifies and shares risks and learning; applies it in his/her, and broader Operations team, support, and control activities; identifies gaps and areas of improvement as well as, proposes solutions to ensure streamlined and efficient procurement processes.

The C&P Specialist supports the Senior Contracting and Procurement Specialist, and the Country Operations interns in the maintenance of, updates and proper filing of documents in SNV Uganda’s ERP site, including relevant contract templates, instructions, and tools.

Responsibilities

Comprehensive contracting and procurement support throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

  • Provides support to project teams and other stakeholders in the implementation of the C&P Policy and procedures
  • Ensures compliance throughout including proper record keeping; maintains a strong overview on procurement requirements across teams with the aim of optimising processes
  • Identifies risks and learning
  • Proposes improvement and shares information with relevant Operations’ stakeholders.
  • Monitors follow up on relevant actions.

Quality and timely procurement planning and reporting for decision making and risk management.

  • Supports the development and maintenance of relevant planning and reporting tools and formats and the compilation of reports.
  • Maintains and develops reports in SNV systems as required.
  • Prepares and submits procurement activity reports to management through Country Operations Manager.

Training

  • Develops and delivers training as relevant under the supervision of the Country Operations Manager.

Continuous learning

  • Identifies risks, improvements and learning for areas under his/her responsibility.
  • Proactively provides solutions and/or improvements to C & P colleagues.
  • Participates in learning initiatives.

Documentation

  • Maintains country level contracting and procurement databases and systems.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in administration, public procurement, purchasing and supply, or other supply chain management related field or equivalent. Master’s degree will be an added advantage. A minimum of 10 years of demonstratable, progressive, and relevant experience in procurement. Strong IT skills including advanced Excel. A proven track record in international development cooperation (project) contracting and procurement. Solid knowledge of multiple donor compliance requirements on contacting and procurement. Well grounded, well-seasoned professional. Membership and certification from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply- CIPS UK. Strong collaborator and influencer with effective interpersonal skills and analytical skills able to work seamlessly across cultures and organizational units; Commitment to gender equality and social justice; Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment is essential.

Additional Information

Integrity: Adherence to the standards, values and rules of conduct associated with one’s position and the culture in which one operates. Being incorruptible.

Accuracy: The ability to work accurate and diligent, with an eye for detail aimed at preventing mistakes.

Autonomy: Autonomous and independent of the judgement and actions of others. Moreover, assume own responsibility for the well-considered deviation from operative rules and procedures.

Client orientation: The ability and willingness to find out what clients want and need and to act accordingly, taking the organisation’s costs and benefits into account.

Focus on quality: Setting high-quality standards and striving for continuous improvement and quality assurance.

Exactness: Capacity to set down to work in carrying out daily activities, accurately, carefully, and painstakingly.

Forming judgement: The ability to balance facts, potential approaches and necessary corrective actions taking the appropriate criteria and multiple stakeholder viewpoints into account.

Planning and organisation: Set to work in a structured, methodical, and effective manner when preparing and implementing activities.

How to apply

If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and motivation letter in English on Smart Recruiters. Deadline is Monday 9th November 2026.

Working at SNV

We offer a challenging work environment, opportunities to lead and innovate, and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our staff benefit from and contribute to an international global network of experts. For more information, please visit our website: www.snv.org.

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