Job Summary:

Reporting to the Chief Principal, the Supply Chain Manager shall have an overall responsibility for providing leadership in procurement issues of the Polytechnic including the coordination of procurement and disposal process, provision of secretariat services to Procurement and Asset Disposal Committees and advising the Chief Principal on procurement matters, in line with the provisions of Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act 2015 and Regulation 2020.

Requirements: of a Supply Chain Manager 

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Procurement and Supplies Management, Logistics or Equivalent qualification from a Recognized Institution.
• A Master’s Degree in Commerce, Procurement and Supplies Management, Logistics or Equivalent qualification from a Recognized Institution is an added advantage:
• A minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience, preferably in an educational institution or equivalent.
• Full Membership and license by Kenya Institute of Supplies management good standing:
• Working knowledge of computerized procurement management systems/CIPS. and in
• Demonstrated outstanding qualities of leadership, coordination and organizational capabilities, at top management level.
• Senior management/ leadership training will be an added advantage.

Personal Attributes and Key Competencies of a Supply Chain Manager 

• Organizational, analytical, managerial and decision-making skills.
• Technical problem skills.
• Appreciation and application of technology in the work environment.
• Demonstrate experience in executive management, leadership in training with knowledge of trends in supply chain skills training and competencies.
• Emotionally intelligent
• Good planner and organizer
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good understanding of management in public sector.
• Proficiency in the use o computer application.
• Change agent
• Initiative to achieve expected results.
• Ability to work under pressure
• IT Proficiency skills.
• Uphold exemplary Corporate Governance in line with the Government values and promote a robust performance driven culture
• Highest level of integrity
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Presentation skills
• The ability to prioritize and plan effectively
• Digital media skills, such as graphic design, Video editing, and blog administration.
• Social media management experience

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How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements should submit their applications online via link

https://forms.gle/sStSuXp8tmqD9GRz7 attaching detailed curriculum vitae, copies of Academic and Professional Certificates and other testimonial. Please note that we may use this information to conduct background verification during the recruitment process. Quote the title of the position you are applying for and include your mobile telephone contact, email addresses to be received not later than 26th February, 2026.

The applications should be addressed to;

The Chief Principal/Council Secretary

The Kisumu National Polytechnic 

P.O. BOX 143-40100,

KISUMU.

All successful candidates must fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010; Includig

• Valid Certificate of Good Conduct
• Valid Clearance from the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission
• Valid Certificate of Compliance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
• Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Compliance Clearance; and
• Valid Certificate of Clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau (CIB)

TKNP is an equal opportunity employers and encourages all qualified persons; including Women, Persons with Disability and persons from Minority Groups to apply; canvassing will lead o disqualifications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview .

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