Procurement and Logistics Officer

Introduction

Luigi Giussani Foundation (LGF), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, is proposing to implement the Leaders in Teaching (LIT) program, a flagship initiative designed to transform secondary education in Uganda by addressing barriers to quality teaching and learning, with a particular emphasis on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) subjects. Designed to further Mastercard Foundation’s Young Africa Works Strategy, the LIT program aims at strengthening Uganda’s secondary education system to better equip young people, particularly young women, with the skills, knowledge, and competencies needed to access dignified livelihoods and fulfilling work.

About Mastercard Foundation and Young Africa Works Program

The Mastercard Foundation is a global foundation based in Toronto, Canada, with several offices in Africa. The Mastercard Foundation seeks a world where everyone has the opportunity to learn and prosper. One of the largest foundations in the world, the Mastercard Foundation works with visionary organizations to enable young people in Africa to access dignified and fulfilling work. Currently, the Mastercard Foundation is implementing a 10-year strategy, Young Africa Works, which seeks to enable 30 million young people in Africa (70% young women) to secure dignified and fulfilling work by the year 2030.

About Luigi Giussani Foundation

Luigi Giussani Foundation (LGF) is an indigenous for-impact organisation that has been at the forefront of responding to responding to educational challenges in Uganda through research and capacity building. Based in Luzira, Kampala, LGF implements programs in the following thematic areas: Teacher Professional Development, Life Skills and Values Enhancement, Foundational Learning and School Culture, and Leadership and Management. All these programs are delivered with an emphasis on Gender Transformative Education, Climate and Environment Education, Agency and Wellbeing, Research and Learning and Advocacy and Partnerships as cross-cutting issues.

Objectives of the LIT Program

The LIT Program aims to transform Uganda’s secondary education into an innovative, quality, and relevant education system that enables students to advance in education and transition into the workforce by 2030. The 5-year (2025-2030) LIT program is designed to deliver four key outcomes, namely 1) Elevated status of the teaching profession; 2) Improved teaching and learning practices in secondary schools; 3) School leaders increasingly adopt effective leadership practices; and 4) Motivated secondary education teaching workforce.

The key interventions for the LIT program include piloting the recruitment of passionate young people into the teaching profession, training STEM teachers, strengthening school leadership, and elevating teachers’ professional status in Uganda. It will focus on developing inclusive, gender-responsive, and innovative delivery of STEM courses and addressing barriers to teacher capacity, particularly in rural areas.

To enhance the program’s impact, LGF seeks to recruit;

Job title: Procurement and Logistics Officer
Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations
Duty Station: Kampala
Employment Type: Fulltime
Job Summary
The Procurement and Logistics Officer will be responsible for managing procurement processes, coordinating logistics, and ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of goods and services in line with program requirements. This role involves managing all procurement activities, overseeing inventory, and ensuring compliance with LGF’s procurement policies and procedures while supporting the logistics and distribution of materials to project sites
and schools.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring that goods and services are purchased by LGF’s procurement policies and procedures
• Coordinate the delivery, transportation, and distribution of materials, equipment, and supplies to project sites and schools within the required timelines
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory of goods and materials, ensuring proper documentation, storage, and stock management.
• Ensure all procurement and logistics activities comply with LGF’s policies, donor requirements, and local laws
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of procurement transactions
• Monitor procurement and logistics expenses to ensure they stay within the allocated budget
• Draft and manage contracts with suppliers, service providers, and transport companies, ensuring terms and conditions are clearly defined and adhered to
• Collaborate with program staff to forecast procurement needs, preparing procurement plans in alignment with program goals and timelines
• Provide logistical support for workshops, training sessions, and program-related events, including venue arrangements, transportation, and necessary materials
• Provide support and training for program staff on procurement and logistics procedures, ensuring adherence to LGF’s policies and best practices.
Qualifications and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in procurement and logistics management
• In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, logistics, and supply chain management.
• Familiarity with local procurement laws and regulations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Preferred Attributes
• Strong understanding of procurement and logistics best practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and build relationships with a variety of stakeholders

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Academic Documents in a single PDF document to hr@lgfug.org by June 6, 2025. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line.