Ruth Inonge Sitengu
Walvis Bay,Namibia
Summary
Resourceful professional specialising in asset lifecycle management, procurement governance, and financial control. Manages fixed asset registers and ensures compliance with audit standards. Leads multi-disciplinary teams while overseeing property maintenance, fleet operations, and inventory management. Utilises advanced systems, including Microsoft GP and IBMS Software, to enhance organisational efficiency through strategic budgeting and cost reduction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Procurement & Properties Officer
Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT)
Walvis Bay
2024.10 - 2026.06
- Asset & Property Coordination: Oversee properties, infrastructure, and technical inventory distributions.
- Contract & Project Management: Draft, review, and monitor performance parameters for facilities and supply contracts.
- Supervision & Leadership: Direct operational staff, allocate daily workloads, and oversee performance targets.
- Strategic Procurement: Formulate and execute corporate Annual Procurement Plan.
- Governance & Structure: Coordinate internal bid committees, manage supplier database, and handle market analysis.
Head: Procurement Management Unit & Assets
Katima Mulilo Town Council (KMTC)
Katima Mulilo
2019.04 - 2024.10
- Fixed Asset Register (FAR): Systematically registered all newly procured council property and infrastructure to update FAR in full compliance with municipal asset policies.
- Property & Facilities Management: Supervised organization's physical stores, evaluating workflow deficiencies to enhance spatial security and clutter control.
- Fleet Management: Evaluated council fleet capabilities, processed logistics optimizations, and ensured strict preventative maintenance programs for all vehicles.
- Unit Supervision: Led Procurement Management Unit team, appointed ad-hoc bid evaluation committees, and acted as chief technical advisor to Accounting Officer.
- Financial Management: Spearheaded organizational budget formulation, expenditure monitoring, and contract negotiations.
Procurement Officer
Namibia Training Authority (NTA) / Zambezi Vocational Training Centre
Katima Mulilo
2015.11 - 2019.04
- Asset & Stock Management: Managed site inventory data, executed regular storage audits, and monitored resource allocations.
- System Administration: Administered high-volume processing of purchase requisitions utilizing PASTEL and Microsoft GP software.
- Sourcing & Verification: Handled quotation sourcing, compiled local tender packages, and coordinated annual procurement goals for the centre.
- Stakeholder Management: Navigated vendor database systems and provided key operational reports directly to panel reviewers.
Administrative Officer
Roads Authority
Katima Mulilo
2010.05 - 2015.10
- Inventory Handling & Verification: Performed routine physical stocktakes, verified asset conditions, and processed real-time inventory adjustments using IBMS software.
- Financial Controls: Handled localized administrative budgets, evaluated vendor financial inputs, and verified invoice processing.
- Human Resources & Administration: Maintained site attendance registers, audited overtime claims, and coordinated local HR actions with Head Office.
Data Researcher and Processor
University of Namibia
Windhoek
2008.04 - 2008.05
- Core duties: Face-to-face interviewing, data validation, and report collation.
Administrative Officer
The African Magazine
Windhoek
2005.01 - 2008.01
- Managed inventory and asset tracking, ensured accurate minute taking, conducted regular stock checks, and maintained organized data archiving.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Management Strategy
University of Namibia (UNAM) Business School
Windhoek, Khomas 2014.02 - 2018.04
Postgraduate Diploma - Procurement Management
Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST)
Supply Chain Management Fundamentals Certificate - undefined
University of Stellenbosch
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
University of Namibia (UNAM)
Grade 12 Certificate - Natural Science
Mafwila Senior Secondary School
Skills
- Procurement expertise
- Contract management
- Budget control
- Asset management
- Inventory management
- Asset tracking
- Facilities management
- Fleet management
- Software proficiency
- Team leadership
Certification
- Professional Development (In Progress): CIPS Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply Operations
- Institution/Body: Global Procurement Supply & Logistics Centre / Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (Student Member)
Languages
English, Subia, and Silozi (Excellent written and spoken command)
6. REFERENCES
- Kornelius, Iiyambo, Finance Manager (Immediate Supervisor), finance@nfcp.com.na, +264 64 278 704, Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT)
- R. S., Liswaniso, Chief Executive Officer (Former Immediate Supervisor), 0811473460, Katima Mulilo Town Council
- F. S., Nyathi, Chief Editor, 0813866557, The African Magazine
- Human Resources, Office, 061 284 7000, Roads Authority
- Head: Administration, 066 253264, Zambezi Vocational Training Centre
Timeline
Senior Procurement & Properties Officer
Namibia Fish Consumption Promotion Trust (NFCPT)
2024.10 - 2026.06
Head: Procurement Management Unit & Assets
Katima Mulilo Town Council (KMTC)
2019.04 - 2024.10
Procurement Officer
Namibia Training Authority (NTA) / Zambezi Vocational Training Centre
2015.11 - 2019.04
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Management Strategy
University of Namibia (UNAM) Business School
2014.02 - 2018.04
Administrative Officer
Roads Authority
2010.05 - 2015.10
Data Researcher and Processor
University of Namibia
2008.04 - 2008.05
Administrative Officer
The African Magazine
2005.01 - 2008.01
Postgraduate Diploma - Procurement Management
Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST)
Supply Chain Management Fundamentals Certificate - undefined
University of Stellenbosch
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
University of Namibia (UNAM)
Grade 12 Certificate - Natural Science
Mafwila Senior Secondary School