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David Nyimbwa

David Nyimbwa

Sustainable Procurement Specialist
Kampala

Summary

Dynamic procurement leader with extensive experience at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. Proven track record in strategic sourcing and stakeholder engagement, driving policy reforms that enhanced operational efficiency. Adept at crisis management and fostering collaboration, resulting in improved interdepartmental communication and a motivated workforce.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Commissioner, Procurement

Ministry Of Finance, Planning And Economic Development

- Coordinating the review, formulation, development, and evaluation of public procurement and disposal of assets policy and regulations in government in liaison with PPDA.

- Providing technical guidance and advice on matters relating to public procurement and disposal of public assets, stores, and supplies management in government.

- Planning, designing, and evaluating capacity building, enhancement, and career growth/development programs for the Procurement and Stores and Supplies cadre in Government.

- Monitoring and inspecting procurement, stores, and supplies management systems to ensure compliance with established legal frameworks and making appropriate recommendations.

- Providing the lead in coordinating reforms, dissemination, and implementation of public procurement and disposal of public assets programs in the public service in liaison with PPDA.

- Heading Procurement and Stores Division in the Ministry in liaison with the Head of Department and coordinating standards establishment, career growth, and development for Procurement, Stores, and Supplies cadre in Government.

Commissioner

Ministry Of Finance, Planning And Economic Development
2003.07 - 2023.04
  • Created policies and procedures that improved overall operations and reduced redundancies in workflows.
  • Managed stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and priorities.
  • Improved interdepartmental communication by establishing clear channels and promoting collaboration.
  • Established a strong organizational culture that fostered employee motivation, engagement, and high performance.

Principal Procurement Officer

Ministry of Education and Sports
2003.07 - 2007.10
  • Developed and strengthened supplier relationships.
  • Evaluated vendor performance regularly to maintain reliable supply chain operations and address issues promptly.
  • Maintained detailed records of all procurement activities for reference purposes as well as for auditing and compliance.
  • Managed procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.

Education

Professional Qualification - Purchasing And Supply Management

The Chartred Institute of Purchasing And Supply
United Kingdom
2001.05 -

Master of Arts - Public Procurement Law And Policy

The University of Nottingham
United Kingdom
2001.05 -

Master of Arts - Management Studies

Uganda Management Institute
Kampala
2001.05 -

Skills

Procurement Technical skills

- Strategic Sourcing

- Risk Management

- Contract Management

- Analytic Skills

- Stakeholder Engagement

- Crisis management

- Project Management

- Sustainability practices

Soft Skills

- Effective communicator

- Problem solving

- Team work

- Adaptability

- Leadership

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Affiliations

- A fellow with the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supplies, UK;

- Member of the Institute of Procurement Professional of Uganda;

- Rotarian Bwerenga Club

Timeline

Commissioner

Ministry Of Finance, Planning And Economic Development
2003.07 - 2023.04

Principal Procurement Officer

Ministry of Education and Sports
2003.07 - 2007.10

Professional Qualification - Purchasing And Supply Management

The Chartred Institute of Purchasing And Supply
2001.05 -

Master of Arts - Public Procurement Law And Policy

The University of Nottingham
2001.05 -

Master of Arts - Management Studies

Uganda Management Institute
2001.05 -

Assistant Commissioner, Procurement

Ministry Of Finance, Planning And Economic Development
David NyimbwaSustainable Procurement Specialist