Procurement Officer

Job Title: Procurement Officer Job Type: Fixed-term Contract – Three (3) YearsLocation: Head Office , LusakaERB Grade: ERB 5 Reports To: Manager – Procurement and Supplies Unit Background The Energy Regulation Board (ERB) is a statutory body created by the Energy Regulation Act No. 12 of 2019 to regulate Zambia’s energy sector. Key functions of the ERB include licensing energy-related enterprises, setting prices, monitoring the quality of energy products and services, and resolving consumer complaints. The ERB is looking to hire a qualified and experienced Zambian national to fill the position of Procurement Officer at its head office in Lusaka.

Job PurposeTo undertake the procurement of goods, services and works in order to facilitate efficient and effective functioning of the Institution. Job postingMain Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe main responsibilities for this role include:

Undertakes timely and accurately the preparation of procurement plans in order to facilitate decision makingUndertakes efficiently procurement of goods, services and works in order to ensure their timely availability and facilitate smooth operations of the InstitutionUndertakes effectively preparation of documentation for Supply Contract Management in order to facilitate contract managementUndertakes timely the preparation of bidding documents in order to facilitate invitations of bidsUndertakes effectively the maintenance of an up-to-date Supplier Database in order to establish a reliable supplier baseUndertakes effectively the maintenance of accurate records of goods, services and works in order to facilitate efficient storage and retrieval of informationUndertakes timely the preparation of procurement reports in order to meet statutory requirements and facilitate decision makingPerforming any other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications And SkillsFull Grade 12 Certificate or equivalentBachelor’s degree in Purchasing & Supplies or equivalent Member of the Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply 5 years’ experienceVerification of all qualifications by ZAQA is requiredRequired AttributesStrong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skillsGood communication skills – computer literate, ability to write analytical and comprehensive reportsHigh integrityExcellent negotiation skillsHow To ApplyApplicants must submit soft copies of application letters, current Curriculum Vitae (with minimum two (2) professional referees,) in word version and ZAQUA certified photocopies of Grade 12 School Certificate, Degree Certificate(s), and relevant professional qualification certificates to jobs@erb.

org. zm ; No hard copies will be considered. The email must state in the subject line: APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AS PROCUREMENT OFFICER must be submitted not later than Friday, 22nd August 2025. The applications must be addressed to: