Esther Kopa
@estherkopa
Procurement and administration professional ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
MalawiWhat I'm looking for
I am a procurement and administration professional with over five years' experience across compliance, vendor management, inventory control, and office operations. I currently serve as a Monitoring & Compliance Enforcement Officer at the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority, where I monitor adherence to procurement regulations, review tendering processes, and advise on risk mitigation and process improvements.
Previously I held procurement and operational roles at Ecobank Malawi, managing RFQs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, inventory control, and funds transfers, and began my career in customer-facing teller roles recognized for service excellence. I hold a Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management and contribute to the profession as a member of the Malawi Institute of Procurement and Supply.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Monitoring & Compliance Officer
Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority
Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Monitor and enforce compliance with the PPDA Act and procurement regulations across public entities, review tendering and bid evaluations to ensure transparency, and recommend corrective measures to reduce procurement risks.
Procurement Officer
Ecobank Malawi
Jan 2020 - Jan 2024 (4 years)
Managed procurement of goods, services, and works for multiple branches by preparing RFQs/RFPs, negotiating contracts, maintaining supplier relationships, and optimizing inventory to improve cost efficiency and turnaround times.
Funds Transfer Officer
Ecobank Malawi
Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years)
Processed domestic and international funds transfers in compliance with banking policies, coordinated with branches to resolve transactional discrepancies, and ensured accurate and timely settlement.
Bank Teller
Ecobank Malawi
Jan 2013 - Jan 2017 (4 years)
Delivered customer service and processed cash transactions with high accuracy, maintained cash handling controls, and contributed to branch operational efficiency, receiving recognition as a top teller.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Exploits University
Bachelor’s Degree, Supply Chain Management
2019 - 2022
Completed a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management with focus on procurement, logistics, and inventory control.
PACT College of Accountancy
Diploma, Clearing and Forwarding
Completed a diploma in Clearing and Forwarding covering customs procedures, freight documentation, and logistics operations.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
MalawiAuthorized to work in
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