The Director of Corporate Services (DCS) oversees cross-cutting administrative and operational functions that support the organization’s procurement activities. Working closely with the PMU and the Tender Board, the DCS ensures that user-department needs are accurately planned, specified, verified, and reported in line with the Procurement Act
Initiate and plan procurement needs for corporate services and submit them to the PMU for consolidation into the annual procurement plan.
Prepare statements of requirements and detailed technical specifications/ToRs for corporate services purchases.
Liaise with the PMU throughout the process, from initiation through evaluation to contract signing, ensuring compliance and completeness.
Nominate/participate in evaluation committees where required and provide expert input on corporate needs.
Verify supplier payment claims (deliverables received, quality and quantity confirmed) before forwarding to PMU/Accounts.
Report any departures from contract terms to the PMU and recommend corrective actions.
Propose and track contract amendments through the PMU where operational changes are needed.
Manage and archive contract management records for corporate services and submit to PMU upon contract closure.
Monitor performance and outputs against the contract (SLA/KPIs) and escalate non-performance.
Collaborate during budgeting, ensuring corporate procurement needs align with approved budgets and timelines.
Promoting Integrity in Every Procurement Process