Procurement Officer at Action Against Hunger | ACF-International

Action Against Hunger | ACF-International works to save lives by combating hunger and diseases that threaten the lives of vulnerable communities, through nutrition, food security, water and sanitation, health and advocacy.

 Job Title: Procurement Officer

Duty Station:     Maiduguri, Borno state

Position Overview:
The main objective of this role is to support the Logistics Manager/ Head of Base in all procurement activities within the ACF Nigeria mission. Throughout the procurement process, he/she will prepare an collect all documentation whilst ensuring compliance with ACF procedures, liaise with suppliers on daily basis, conduct market assessments, request quotations, evaluate supplier bids and follow up on procurement authorization, delivery schedules and supplier payments.

Specific Objectives: 

Support Logistics Supply Chain, review and prepare all documentation during the procurement process
Support line manager in negotiating supplier framework agreements and contracts
Supervision of Delivery issues
Reporting
Additional Responsibilities
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other related tasks as required and responsible for reporting and communication of progress and achievement of the specific assigned task.
The Procurement Officer should be flexible and adaptable with regards to the implementation of the daily work/activities.
The Procurement Officer is expected to conduct all duties in a professional manner following ACF Nigeria mission staff regulations and charter.

Qualifications: 
Minimum Bachelor degree or equivalent.
Essential Skills and Experience:

Min 2 years’ experience in procurement and/or logistics position
Some experience in supervising Staff
Strong computer skills in MS Office, especially MS Excel
Rigorous, with strong organization skills and attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Strong negotiation skills
Professional level of English
Ability to work in complex environment and can bear the work load
Preferred Skills and Experience:
Previous experience working for NGOs an asset, particularly international and/or health related NGOs
Fluency in one or more National/regional languages an asset.

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application by email to recruitment.ng@acf-international.org 

To be considered, applications must include a CV and letter of interest, and INDICATE THE FULL POSITION TITLE IN THE EMAIL SUBJECT LINE, OR ON THE APPLICATION ENVELOPE.  Applications received without these specifications will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted, no phone calls or follow-ups will be entertained.

Qualified women and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.