Procurement Intern at Jubilee Insurance

Location: Nairobi (Head Office)
Deadline: January 10, 2025 (5 days left to apply)
Company: Jubilee Life Insurance Limited
Job Reference Number: JLIL 286

Company Overview:
Jubilee Insurance, established in 1937, is the largest composite insurer in East Africa, handling Life, Pensions, General, and Medical Insurance. With over 1.9 million clients across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Burundi, and Mauritius, Jubilee is the top insurer in the region. It is the only ISO certified insurance group listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange, and Uganda Securities Exchange.

Role Purpose:
The Procurement Intern will support the procurement team in managing activities such as supplier management, purchase order processing, and compliance monitoring. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procurement within the life insurance industry and develop professional skills.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Supplier Support:

   • Assist in identifying and evaluating potential suppliers.

   • Maintain and update supplier records.

2. Purchase Order Processing:

   • Support the preparation and issuance of purchase orders.

   • Track deliveries and help resolve discrepancies between orders and received goods.

3. Documentation and Record Keeping:

   • Maintain procurement records, including contracts, purchase orders, and delivery receipts.

   • Ensure proper filing of procurement-related documentation.

4. Market Research:

   • Conduct research to identify competitive pricing and alternative suppliers.

   • Analyze trends to improve procurement processes.

5. Compliance Monitoring:

   • Ensure procurement activities comply with policies and regulations.

   • Support the preparation of compliance and risk mitigation reports.

6. Cost Analysis:

   • Participate in cost analysis and budgeting for procurement activities.

   • Identify cost-saving opportunities under supervision.

7. General Support:

   • Provide administrative support to the procurement team.

   • Assist in preparing presentations and reports for stakeholders.

Key Competencies:

1. Attention to Detail

2. Analytical Thinking

3. Communication Skills

4. Team Collaboration

5. Problem Solving

6. Time Management

7. Ethical Practices

Academic Background & Relevant Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or related field.

2. Basic knowledge of procurement processes and practices.

3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

4. Exposure to procurement systems or software (preferred).

5. Interest in pursuing professional certification in procurement (e.g., KISM, CIPS) is an advantage.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their applications to Recruitment@jubileekenya.com quoting the Job Reference Number and Position by January 10, 2025.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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