COSTAATT
College of Science, Technology & Applied Arts of Trinidad & Tobago

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The College of Science, Technology & Applied Arts of Trinidad and Tobago (COSTAATT) invites suitably qualified persons to apply for the following vacant position in the Division of Finance and Administration:

DIRECTOR, PROCUREMENT
The Director, Procurement is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the procurement activities of the College. Work involves formulating, reviewing and advising on policies to assist in supplier selection, the evaluation of quotations, and the development of procedures for monitoring contract execution and general stores control.

Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:

• Develop and implement policies and procedures for the procurement, supply and storage of goods and services, as well as for monitoring contract execution.

• Formulate, review and advise on policies for the selection of suppliers and the evaluation of quotations.
• Analyze market and delivery conditions to determine present and future market availability of goods and services, and prepare reports recommending appropriate action to be taken.
• Prepare and monitor departmental budget, authorize expenditures and ensure adherence to established accounting practices.
• Ensure the maintenance of the Assets Register and arrange for disposal of surplus or obsolete goods within established 9uidelines and/or regulations.

The Person
The ideal candidate must have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supply Management, Business Management, Public Administration or a related field.

• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of management.
• Seven (7) to ten (10) years of experience in the field of Procurement and Supply Management; with a minimum of three (3) years in a managerial capacity.
• Extensive knowledge of Government’s Financial Instructions and Tendering Procedures.
• Knowledge of COSTAATT Act 77 of 2000, the legislation governing the College.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of Banner Finance or any other accounting software applications will be an asset.

Applications must be forwarded to:
Human Resource Coordinator (Planning and Employment)
COSTAATT, Central Administrative Services, 9-11 Melville Lane, Port of Spain
or via email to: hr@costaatt.edu.tt
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: NOVEMBER 14, 2008

We thank all candidates for applying. However, we will be unable to acknowledge unsuitable applications.