Ministry of Education and Vocational Training

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Introduction


The procurement Management Unit, Ministry of Education and Vocational Training was established on 27th June, 2005 pursuant to Section 33( c) and 34 of the Public Procurement Act of 2004.

Objective


To provide expertise and services in procurement, storage and supply of goods and services for the Ministry.

This Unit will perform the following activities:-

(i)  Advise the Management on matters pertaining to the procurement of goods and services and logistics management;

(ii)   Monitor adherence to procurement process and procedures as per Public Procurement Act;

(iii)  Develop an annual procurement Plan for the Ministry;

(iv)  Procure, maintain and manage supplies, materials and services to support the logistical requirements of the Ministry;

(v)  Maintain and monitor distribution of office supplies and materials;

(vi)   Maintain and update inventory of goods, supplies and materials;

(vii)  Provide Secretariat services to the Ministerial Tender Board as per Public Procurement Act;

(viii)  Set specifications/standards for goods and services procured and monitor adherence to them to ensure value for money; and

(ix)   Prepare action plan, progress reports and budgets for the Unit.

The Unit is divided into three sections;

Procurement section

§  To procure goods and services

§  Provide secretariat service to the Ministerial Tender Board

§  Preparation and management of implementation of Annual Procurement plan

 Stock Verification section

§  Coordination of replies to stock verification reports.

§  Handling of disposal procedures for goods.

§  Maintenance and updating of inventory and records of goods and Assets for the Ministry.

 Warehousing Section

§  Receipt, storage and distribution of goods and supplies.

§  To keep and maintain proper records of goods and supplies maintained in warehouses.

 
PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS

The Unit is involved in the implementation of various projects being undertaken by the Ministry.

Major program /projects are;

§  Science and Technology Higher Education Project (STHEP)

§  Secondary Education Development Program (SEDP) Phase II

The Unit is involved in procurement of goods and services for various activities under the programs/projects.

 
LEADERSHIP HISTORY

During its establishment the Unit was headed by Mr. Omari Mohamed (Senior Supplies Officer) who was transferred in April, 2006. Effective April 3, 2006 to date, the unit is led by Mr. Jacob J. Kibona.

 According to new Ministry’s Organization Structure as approved by the President on 3rd June, 2011, the Procurement Management Unit is led by a DIRECTOR effective July, 2011.

 THE MINISTERIAL TENDER BOARD

Establishment
The Ministerial Tender Board, Ministry of Education and Vocational Training was established on 27th June, 2005 pursuant to section 28 and 33 (a) of PPA of 2004 with the following composition;

SN

NAME

DESIGNATION

POSTION

1. Mr.   M.A. Mwakalinga Director   of Policy and Planning Chairperson
2. Mr.   F. Mganga Director   of Administration and Personnel  Member
3.

Mrs.   R. Massenga

Director   of Teacher Education

Member

4. Mr.   O. P. Mhaiki Director   of Primary Education Member
5.

Mr.   C. Philemon

Ag.   Director of Secondary Education Member

6. Mrs.   S. Mlawi Principal   State Attorney Member
7. Mr.   E. Nkosya Chief   Accountant Member
8. Mr.   O. Mohamed HPMU Interim   Secretary
 
Current composition of Tender Board
SN NAME DESIGNATION POSTION IN TB
1. Mrs.M.M.Wassena Director   of School Inspectorate Chairperson
2. Mr.E.M.Kinwasi Director   of Administration and Human Resources Member
3.

Mr.   Z.M.Samataba

Director   of Primary Education

Member

4.

Mr.E.N.Ndauka

Director   of Policy and Planning

Member

5.

Mr.   A.J.Kajigili

*Principal   Education Officer

Member

6.

Mr.A.G.Tarimo

Chief   Accountant

Member

7.

Ms.   T.E.Temu

Head   of Legal Services Unit

Member

8.

Mr.   J.J.Kibona

Director   of PMU

Secretary

 
*Appointed while acting as Director of Higher Education

 Chairpersons to the Tender Board
Various officials have served the Board as Chairpersons as listed below;
SN

NAME

DESIGNATION

FROM

TO

REASONS FOR END OF TENURE
1.

Mr. M. A. Mwakalinga

Director of Policy and Planning 2005

2006

Retired

2.

Mr. E. Mnguu

Director of School Inspectorate 2006

2007

Retired

3.

Mr. A. S. Mwaimu

Director of Policy and Planning 2007

2009

Transfer

4.

Mrs. E. G. Ntukamazina

Director of Primary Vocation 2009

2010

Retired

5.

Mr. S. H. Mmwiry          

Director of technical and Vocational   Education April 2010 September 2010 Retired

6.

Mrs. M.M. Wassena Director of School Inspectorate 2010 Todate -
 
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