World Vision is hiring a procurement officer (fixed-term). Apply Today
Employee Contract Type:Local – Fixed Term Employee (Fixed Term)
Job Description:
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Job Description and Summary
Ensure timely and accurate procurement of grants-funded projects.
Major Activities:
25% Planning
- Participate in the preparation of annual procurement plans for the allocated grant projects
- Review the annual procurement plan before submission
- Guide the grants team on how to prepare effective procurement plans
25% Strategic sourcing and Procurement Execution
- Advise on Market Assessment and Supplier Prequalification process as per the direction from Project Coordinators and Officers. sending bid invitations, follow-up of bids, assist coordinating pre-bid meetings as per the direction of Coordinators and specialists. Facilitate and review project procurement plan for procurement execution
- Maintain all supporting documents relating to the Sourcing Events based on the document management policy
- Advise and action on the RFP/RFQ process as required
- Liaise with Finance to resolve supplier inquiries
- Release POs to suppliers for spot buys and assigned categories
- Ensure all open PRs are processed within a reasonable time Follow up for delivery of goods and services on time
- Work with SCM teams to manage internal customer satisfaction
15% Data Management, Analysis and Reporting
- Collect and organize data from projects.
- Analyze and check data for accuracy and produce the required reporting output in accordance with the Policies / Procedures & Guidelines as set by WV
- Prepare weekly/monthly procurement status reports to update the customers and other stakeholders.
- Perform Daily reconciliation exercises of all records and transactions performed within the same day and ensure that data validation, integrity and accuracy of data is meticulously maintained.
- Consolidate all findings and convert them into useful formats as provided by SCM Manager and Project Coordinators
10% Process, Procedure and Policy
- Work with the supply chain team to manage Internal customer satisfaction
- Collect data to support performance scorecard reporting (i.e. KPIs)
10% Control and Compliance
- Maintain proper filing and record keeping as per the guidelines set by the management.
15% On-time payment of suppliers
- Ensure that payment documents submitted by suppliers are processed on time and suppliers’ payments are processed as per the agreed payment terms.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
List education, knowledge & skills, licenses preferred, and all experiences required to perform this position in a fully competent manner.
- At least 2 years experience Procurement & Supply Chain Management
- Basic computer skills (Ms Word/ Excel/Spreadsheet/ Internet, Power point)
- Hold a Degree in Humanitarian logistics, supply chain management or related disciplines (CIPS, BCOM, and Business Management). A degree in the disciplines is an added advantage
- Bachelor degree in Procurement and logistics, Supply chain or relevant studies
- Two year’s of experience in Procurement and Logistics or Accounting field
Additional experience:
- Have at least 2 years of relevant experience in humanitarian logistics or supply chain within an NGO
- Have a very good experience with the Grants of donors.
- Use of computer or other automated equipment and up to date software programs; use of internet and related technology (Ms. Word/Excel/Spreadsheets/Internet/Power Point)
CORE CAPABILITIES & ATTRIBUTES
- Achieving quality results & service.
- Demonstrating Christ-centered life & work.
- Practicing accountability & integrity.
- Learning for growth & development.
- Communicating information effectively.
- Maintaining work/life balance & effectiveness.
- Thinking clearly, deeply & broadly.
- Building collaborative relationships.
- Understanding the Humanitarian Industry.
- Influencing individuals & groups.
- Understanding World Vision’s mission & operations.
- Honesty and personal integrity, accountability and quality achiever
- Excellent communication skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Preferably be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities
- Be professional, trustworthy and respectful of others and display a positive attitude
- Communicate effectively with individuals and groups. Work together effectively and collaboratively with a broad range of communities and individuals including children and youth
- Exhibit initiative, integrity and sound judgment
- Coordinate multiple activities
- Work with minimum supervision
Work Environment: Office based with high level of travelling around the country to hard-to-reach areas.
REMUNERATION: Competitive with market standards
Application Requirements:
Please upload your CV and covering letter, copies of educational certificates, transcripts and ID. You are requested to provide 2 professional referees, 1 spiritual referee and 1 HR Practitioner with full details including full names, relationship, email addresses, and contact numbers. At least one reference should be an immediate supervisor from your recent employer.
Disclaimer: Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.
Closing Date: Sunday, 24th March, 2024 at 11:59PM
Applicant Types Accepted:Local Applicants Only
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