Director, Procurement at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU)

Job Title: Director, Procurement

Description

• The Director of Procurement shall serve as the Head, Procurement Unit of the University.
• He will be responsible for leading the procurement function of the university, ensuring compliance with the Public Procurement Act 2007 and other relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic leadership for the procurement function of the university.
• Developing and implementing procurement policies and procedures in line with the Public Procurement Act 2007.
• Managing the procurement process, including planning, tendering, evaluation, and contract management.
• Ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and standards.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure effective procurement planning and execution.
• Providing training and capacity building for procurement staff.
• Managing the university’s procurement budget and ensuring value for money.

Requirements
Applicants must possess the following qualifications and experience:

• A minimum of second-class lower honors Degree in Accounting, Purchasing and Supply, Business Administration, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management Economics and Procurement or a related field plus NYSC or exemption certificate.
• At least 10 years of post-qualification experience in procurement, with at least 3 years in a senior management position.
• Proficiency certification on procurement from the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).
• Certification in procurement from one of the SPESSE Centres of Excellence in Nigeria.
• Strong understanding of the Public Procurement Act 2007 and other relevant procurement regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• ICT proficiency

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is on 6th May, 2025. ThereInterested and qualified candidates should forward thirty (30) word-processed applications and thirty (30) copies of detailed Curriculum Vitae with copies of credentials highlight the following:

• Full Name (Surname first in capital letters)
• Place and Date of Birth
• Nationality
• State of Origin & Local Government Area
• Permanent Home Address
• Present postal Address/GSM Numbers/E-mail Address
• Marital Status
• Educational Institutions Attended with Dates
• Academic Qualifications Obtained with Dates
• Professional Qualifications Obtained with Dates
• Working Experience including full details of former and present post(s)
• Full details of service to the Nation and immediate community where applicable
• List of Publications where applicable
• Honours/Distinctions
• Extra-Curricular Activities
• Names and addresses of three referees.

All applications and detailed Curriculum Vitae with copies of credentials should be sealed and marked at the top left-hand corner of the envelope addressed and sent through a courier with the title of the position applied for to:
The Registrar,
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University,
P.M.B. 0248 Gubi campus,
Ningi-Kano Road,
Bauchi State.

Note

• Candidates should also request their three Referees to separately send reports on them, under confidential cover, directly to the same address above.
• The Referees should also be informed to indicate the position applied for.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
• The university reserves the right to verify any information provided by candidates.