Assistant Manager, Procurement Planning & Governance

Job Description
The Assistant Manager supports procurement planning, governance, and optimisation activities. The role focuses on execution, coordination, compliance monitoring, reporting, and supporting process improvement initiatives.
 

  • Contribute to the development and implementation of annual and multiyear procurement plans aligned with organisational objectives

  • Administer and implement procurement governance, policy, and compliance frameworks

  • Coordinate major procurement transitions across ministry and AIC, ensuring proper execution

  • Monitor and report on procurement performance, KPIs, risk matters, and audit-related activities

  • Facilitate procurement audits, follow up on audit findings, and maintain risk monitoring mechanisms

  • Implement and participate in process improvement and system automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce manual effort

  • Assist in reviewing procurement strategies and executing optimisation initiatives

Job Requirements  

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., public administration, business administration, etc) with at least 3 years of experience

  • Proven experience in tender management, policy operationalisation, and project management, preferably within community care services or the public sector. Entry level candidates are welcome to apply

  • Strong analytical abilities with proficiency in paper writing and presentation

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders 

  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating flexibility and resilience in adapting to dynamic changes