Procurement Management Unit Director 

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the
following post that have arisen in the University:

DEPARTMENT: PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT UNIT
Procurement Management Unit Director 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Applicants must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Purchasing and
Supply, Business Administration, Accounting, or equivalent. A Master’s degree in a
relevant field will be an added advantage. At least five (5) years’ proven experience
in procurement management, preferably in a public institution. Membership with a
recognized professional body such as CIPS or equivalent. Strong knowledge of
procurement legislation and best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities
 Develop annual procurement plans aligned with MUAST’s strategic
objectives and budget priorities.
 Ensure all procurement activities adhere to the Public Procurement and
Disposal of Public Assets Act [Chapter 22:23] and related statutory
instruments.
 Coordinate bidding processes, prepare bid notices, manage pre-bid
meetings, and oversee bid opening and evaluations.
 Establish, evaluate, and maintain effective relationships with suppliers to
ensure value for money and service quality.

 Negotiate, draft, and manage procurement contracts, ensuring compliance
with agreed terms and institutional interests.
 Oversee the work of evaluation committees, ensuring fairness,
transparency, and compliance with procurement laws.
 Identify procurement risks, implement mitigation strategies, and safeguard
MUAST against financial or operational losses.
 Track procurement performance, prepare compliance reports, and submit
updates to the Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (PRAZ).
 Train procurement staff and stakeholders on procurement standards, ethics,
and best practices.
 Manage the disposal of unserviceable, obsolete, or surplus university assets
in compliance with the law.
CONDITIONS OF SERVICE
Information on salary and other benefits will be made available to shortlisted
candidates.

TO APPLY
Applications should include the application letter, certified copies of certificates,
national identification and a detailed Curriculum Vitae giving full personal details
including full names, place and date of birth, qualifications, experience, present
salary, date of availability, contact details, names and addresses of three referees
including their email addresses. Police clearance is mandatory for successful
candidates.
Email your application dossier as a single pdf file to: [email protected].
Include the post you’re applying for in the subject line. The closing date for receipt
of applications is 08 September 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please note that the University does not have Agents who receive applications
on its behalf for advertised posts.

Closing Date: 8 September 2026