Road Development Agency
The Road Development Agency (RDA) is a statutory body whose function is to plan, manage and coordinate the road network in the country. The Agency is responsible for care, planning, maintenance and construction of public roads in Zambia. It also regulates the maximum permissible weights on roads, conducts studies for the development, maintenance and improvement of the road network, and reviews design standards and classification.
The Agency wishes to fill the following vacant positions:
ROAD MAINTENANCE DIRECTORATE
PROVINCIAL PROCUREMENT OFFICER (5 POSITIONS)
Job Summary
Reporting administratively to the Provincial Roads Engineer – and functionally to the Chief Procurement Manager, the Provincial Procurement Officer, is responsible for the timely procurement of goods, works and services at the Provincial Office.
Key responsibilities will include:
a) Coordinating the issuance of enquiries to suppliers;
b) Preparing Tender Documents and addenda;
c) Evaluation of Quotations/Bids and preparation of Evaluation Reports;
d) Coordinating Tender Closing and Opening;
e) Drafting procurement committee papers;
f) Liaising with other Procurement Units, ZPPA and Contractors/Suppliers in the Province; and
g) Any other lawful duties as may be assigned by the Chief Procurement Manager and/or the Provincial Roads Engineer.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Full Grade 12 School Certificate;
- Bachelors Degree in Purchasing and Supply or Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS) Level 5 Advanced Diploma or equivalent from a recognised University;
- Minimum of three (3) years of post-graduate experience in public procurement; and
- Valid Membership of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS).
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- Good team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- Ability to multitask and work with minimum supervision;
- Proficiency in using computer applications e.g. MS word, excel and power point, etc.;
- Passionate and sober with a strong enthusiasm for the role and a clear, headed approach;
- Mature and courteous with professionalism and respect in all interactions; and
- Initiative-driven and innovative with proactive problem-solving and creative.
ONLY Zambian citizens meeting the above requirements should submit applications with academic and professional qualification certified as true copies of the original and detailed Curriculum Vitae in a sealed envelope or via Email, clearly stating the position being applied for, to:
The Director & Chief Executive Officer
Road Development Agency
P. O. Box 50003
Fairley Road, Ridgeway
LUSAKA
Email Applications to: Careers@roads.gov.zm
APPLICATIONS TO BE DEPOSITED IN THE SEALED BOX PLACED AT THE RDA HEAD OFFICE, LUSAKA
CLOSING DATE FOR SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS IS 15 AUGUST 2025 AT 17:00HRS.
Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.