FAITH RUBUI
Phone: - | Email:-| Address: Nairobi, Kenya
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/faith-rubui-llb-mba-cps/
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Driven Procurement and Logistics Specialist with 7+ years' experience managing procurement, supply chain,
contract and logistics operations across East and Central Africa. Skilled in donor-funded environments, with a
strong track record in streamlining systems, negotiating contracts and optimizing vendor relations. Brings
expertise in USAID compliance, cross-functional coordination and remote operations. Seeking to contribute to
a mission-driven remote procurement or logistics role. Proven ability to deliver cost-effective, compliant
solutions in complex and high-risk operational settings.
EDUCATION
MBA – Strategic Management | Kenya Methodist University
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) | Kampala International University, Uganda
SKILLS
Procurement Planning, Contract Management, Strategic Sourcing, Logistics Operations, Vendor Negotiation,
Budget Analysis, Inventory Control, Tender Management, Audit Readiness, Risk Assessment, Compliance
Tracking, Price Analysis, Fleet Coordination, Distribution Strategy, Supply Chain.
EXPERIENCES
Travel Logistics Supervisor (Hybrid)
Church World Service (CWS) | Nairobi, Kenya | Dec 2021 - Mar 2025
Roles And Responsibilities:
● Oversaw $100M regional logistics budgets, enhancing financial forecasting accuracy by 45% through
implementation of robust budget controls across multiple countries in Africa.
● Streamlined vendor assessment and due diligence processes across borders, increasing vendor
compliance and service delivery by 32%.
● Designed and maintained a centralized cost-tracking platform for travel logistics, improving cost
transparency and reporting efficiency by 49%.
● Deployed remotely to Djibouti and Chad to assess and onboard vendors, ensuring operational
readiness and compliance in high-risk, resource-limited settings.
● Led automation of logistics functions including digital requisitions, cab service coordination and
purchase orders, reducing manual workload and increasing processing speed.
● Developed and enforced vendor KPIs and SLAs across Sub-Saharan operations, driving accountability
and enhancing supplier performance consistency.
Procurement Officer – Somalia Stability Fund (SSF II) (Remote)
Adam Smith International | Nairobi, Kenya | Jul 2021 - Dec 2021
Roles And Responsibilities:
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Reduced procurement cycle time by 24% by streamlining sourcing workflows and enhancing vendor
vetting processes using NAVEX protocols.
Cut audit queries by 19% by improving procurement data accuracy and ensuring timely input into
digital systems.
Delivered remote procurement training to five team members, increasing internal compliance capacity
and reducing sourcing errors by 28%.
Led transparent bid evaluations and documentation for program contracts, minimizing vendor disputes
and improving audit preparedness.
Facilitated procurement in conflict-affected regions of Somalia, ensuring uninterrupted service
delivery under complex security constraints.
Contracts Specialist – Transition Initiatives and Stabilization Plus (TIS+)
DT Global | Nairobi, Kenya | Oct 2019 - May 2021
Roles And Responsibilities:
● Managed full contract lifecycle for high-value solicitations, ensuring 100% compliance with USAID
and DT Global procurement policies.
● Achieved 15% cost savings by negotiating favorable contract terms and strengthening vendor
engagement strategies.
● Designed and implemented a subcontract tracking system, boosting reporting efficiency and contract
visibility by 34%.
● Enhanced vendor accountability through regular performance reviews and strict enforcement of
service level agreements across Somalia and Kenya.
Procurement and Logistics Assistant – Transition Initiatives and Stabilization Plus (TIS+)
AECOM International Development | Nairobi, Kenya | Oct 2017 - Sep 2019
Roles And Responsibilities:
● Developed procurement budgets and executed vendor due diligence processes to ensure compliance
with USAID and AECOM standards.
● Coordinated customs clearance and international freight logistics for goods destined for Kenya and
Somalia project sites.
● Implemented internal control systems to mitigate procurement fraud risks and safeguard organizational
assets.
● Negotiated pricing and monitored expenditure trends to identify overuse and achieve targeted cost
savings.
Procurement Officer – Technical Department
Wells Fargo Ltd. | Nairobi, Kenya | Sep 2014 - Jul 2017
Roles And Responsibilities:
● Negotiated supply contracts for security technology equipment, leading to consistent cost containment.
● Managed vendor sourcing, prequalification, and contract lifecycle to ensure procurement integrity and
compliance.
● Enhanced inventory efficiency through automation and reduced stockouts by optimizing reorder
schedules.
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Legal Assistant | Sichangi Partners Advocates | Nairobi, Kenya | Apr 2012 - Feb 2014
Direct Sales Representative | KCB Bank Group | Nairobi, Kenya | Jun 2009 - Apr 2010
CERTIFICATES, TRAININGS & WORKSHOPS
Workflow Specialist Certificate | Asana | Mar 2025
Asana Foundations Skill Badge | Asana | Mar 2025
ALX Virtual Assistant Program | ALX | Mar 2025
Certificate in Humanitarian Logistics (CHL) | CILT UK | 2024
USAID Rules & Regulations: Grants & Cooperative Agreements | Humentum | Feb 2023
Creating a Respectful Workplace | Traliant | Aug 2022
Preventing Discrimination and Harassment: Global Employee | Traliant | Jul 2022
Workplace Diversity, Inclusion and Sensitivity | Traliant | Jul 2022
Managing Difficult Employees | Traliant | Jul 2022
Preparation and Responding to Active Shooter Incidents | UNDSS | Dec 2021
BSAFE Certificate | UNDSS | Dec 2021
Introduction to Travel Safety and Personal Security | DisasterReady.org | Dec 2021
Kidnapping and Hostage Survival | Save the Children | Dec 2021
Procurement Planning and Execution: USAID Grants and Cooperative Agreements | Humentum |
Jul 2019
❖ Certified Public Secretary | KASNEB | 2015
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MEMBERSHIP
Member | Institute of Certified Secretaries
TOOLS
SAP, SAGE, Asana, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, SharePoint, Zoom, DocuSign, Dropbox,Power BI,
Jira, Slack.
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Swahili - Native
REFEREES
Available upon request
