Salary range $2,190,302 – $2,945,712 per annum

  • The Public Procurement Officer under the general supervision of the Director, Public Procurement is to assist in the procurement processes required for the acquisition of goods and services essential for the operation of the MDA. The incumbent will ensure that all procurements are conducted in accordance with the Government of Jamaica procurement guidelines and procedures (Public Procurement Act 2015).

Primary Duties:

  • Prepare tender notices and advertisements
  • Prepare RFQ for goods, general services and minor works
  • Obtain quotations/tenders from appropriately qualified suppliers.
  • Represent PROCUREMENT UNIT at Tender closing and opening exercises as Tender Officer
  • Maintain Procurement records in good order to facilitated audit and other reviews
  • Prepare Quarterly Contracts Award report to be submitted to The Contractor General’s Office (QCA Report)
  • Maintain a data base of all bonds and insurances and ensure that they are current all times and take responsibility for the safe keeping and return or all relevant documents

Qualification and Experience

  • Diploma in Public Administration/Management Studies/Accounting or any other related field
  • Three (3) years procurement experience, in a similar position Essential Experience and Knowledge

Required Competencies

  • Good Oral and Written Communication
  • Good Problem Solving and Analytical Skills
  • Good Customer Focus Skills
  • Results Focus
  • Integrity
  • Good knowledge and understanding of Accounting and Reporting Practices
  • Good knowledge of required Legislations, Policies and Procedures
  • Strong Leadership Skills
  • High Emotional Intelligence Skills
  • Strong Performance Management Skill

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than, 7th February , 2025 to:

Director Human Resource Management & Development

Accountant General’s Department

21 Dominica Drive

Kingston 5

OR

Email: careers@treasury.gov.jm

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