NICHOLAS MASIGA
Senior Procurement And Contract Management Specialist
Kampala,Kampala
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced procurement professional with 18 years in public procurement, inventory management, and contract administration. Led procurement planning, bid evaluation, fleet logistics, and disposal management while ensuring compliance and cost efficiency. Managed high-value projects and strengthened vendor relationships. Holds a Master’s in Public Procurement Management and relevant certifications.
Overview
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18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Consultant
Uganda Management Institute
01.2026 - Current
- Facilitate courses in Public Procurement, avail relevant notes and handouts to the Head of Procurement, Logistics and Marketing Department.
- Set and administer tests, exercises and examinations, and hand in questions, marking schemes, marked scripts and scores to the head of Department.
- Participate in training programs to facilitate or conduct including setting tests, exercises and examinations.
- Part Time
Contract Management Lead
Mulokole Technical Services – SMC Ltd
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle for procurement contracts (Supplies, Works, Services), from initial drafting through final execution and closeout.
- Ensure all contractual obligations are met by both parties, including delivery timelines, quality standards, and compliance with PPDA regulations.
- Serve as primary point of contact for vendor communications, clarifying requirements and maintaining productive working relationships.
- Process and document all contract modifications, including scope changes, amendments, and extensions.
- Mediate and resolve contractual disputes through negotiation and conflict resolution techniques.
- Review and verify vendor deliverables against contract terms prior to authorizing payments.
- Generate comprehensive contract performance reports for senior management review.
- Part Time
Senior Inventory Officer
National Water and Sewage Corporation
07.2020 - 01.2025
- Managed procurement and administration of inventory-related contracts for supplies and services, ensuring compliance and efficiency.
- Initiate and process purchase requisitions to maintain optimal stock levels (Stock Management) and prevent operational disruptions.
- Led disposal operations encompassing asset collection, board of survey coordination, and administration of disposal contracts, facilitating effective resource management.
- Compiled procurement files for internal and external audits, ensuring thorough follow-up on audit recommendations to enhance operational integrity.
- Lead disposal operations including asset collection/Asset management, Board of Survey coordination, and disposal contract administration.
- Prepare procurement files for Internal and External Audits and follow up on implementation Audit recommendations.
Procurement Officer
National Water and Sewage Corporation
10.2005 - 07.2020
- Conduct thorough technical and financial evaluations of bids to identify the most qualified vendors.
- Coordinated solicitation process for quotations and proposals from potential suppliers, ensuring compliance with procurement standards.
- Prepare complete bidding documentation for procurement of goods, services and works in compliance with PPDA guidelines.
- Monitor contract implementation in collaboration with user departments to ensure timely delivery of goods/services.
- Prepare procurement files for Internal and External Audits and follow up on implementation Audit recommendations.
- Delivered procurement oversight and support for regional branches in Western and Southwestern Uganda, enhancing capacity through training, evaluations, and actionable feedback for supervisors.
- Process and track call-off orders under established framework contracts at national and international levels.
- Conducted procurement audits in NWSC Areas, provided recommendations, monitored implementation, and contributed to development of procedures and policies for procurement activities.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual procurements, prepare service contracts and purchase orders, manage an updated list of providers for supplies, services and works.
Education
Masters - Public Procurement Management
Uganda Management Institute
Kampala, Uganda01-2022
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration and Management(Procurement)
Uganda Martyrs University
Nkozi, Uganda01-2013
Diploma - Business Administration
Kampala University
Kampala, Uganda01-2009
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Entebbe Secondary School
Uganda01-2002
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Lumino High School
Uganda01-2000
Skills
Data analysis
Financial Analysis
Process Improvement
Data Interpretation
Planning and execution
Vendor Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Problem-solving
Accomplishments
- High – Impact Project. Procured assorted pipes and fittings for new water connections, repair and maintenance and water mains extensions under framework contracts at USD 3,449,862 in the FY: 2017/2018, thus increasing customer base and reducing unaccounted for water.
- High – Impact Project. Procured assorted stationary under framework contract at USD 2,983,455 in the FY: 2022/2023, hence efficiently managing costs and steering administrative convenience through daily operations.
- Disposal Revenue. Generated USD 131,960 from scrap sales (2022–2024), setting a benchmark for asset disposal in public sector entities among others.
Certification
Certificate for Professional Membership at the Institute of Procurement Professionals of Uganda | September 2025
Core Expertise
- Public Procurement & Contract Lifecycle Management
- Bid Evaluation, Vendor Negotiation & Supplier Relationship Management
- Inventory Optimization & Disposal Management
- Fleet Logistics & Transport Scheduling
- Team Leadership & Capacity Development
- Compliance & Audit Preparedness
Timeline
Associate Consultant
Uganda Management Institute
01.2026 - Current
Contract Management Lead
Mulokole Technical Services – SMC Ltd
04.2025 - 01.2026
Senior Inventory Officer
National Water and Sewage Corporation
07.2020 - 01.2025
Procurement Officer
National Water and Sewage Corporation
10.2005 - 07.2020
Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined
Lumino High School
Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined
Entebbe Secondary School
Diploma - Business Administration
Kampala University
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration and Management(Procurement)
Uganda Martyrs University
Masters - Public Procurement Management
Uganda Management Institute