Job description
The Position:
Under the overall direction of the Representative, the Procurement Specialist reports directly to the International Operations Manager and provides leadership in execution of the full range of CO procurement services ensuring their transparency and integrity.
Job Purpose:
You will be responsible for ensuring quality and timely delivery of goods and services to meets clients' expectations with regard to efficiency and consistency. The Procurement Specialist leads and coordinates the efficient, consistent implementation of the procurement plan in the Country Office. Provides value-adding advice to the CO management and staff regarding policy application in all areas of procurement. The Specialist promotes a collaborative, client-oriented approach.
Qualifications and Experience:
Education:
Master’s Degree/ Advanced University Degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Management, or relevant subject. CIPS 2 certification is an asset.
Knowledge and Experience:
- At least 5 years progressively responsible experience in procurement operations in a multicultural environment.
- Experience in challenging and complex humanitarian/emergency setting is desirable
- Good knowledge of humanitarian response; prior experience in humanitarian response is desirable;
- Proficiency in current office software applications and corporate IT systems
Languages:
- Must be fluent in French, both oral and written
- Good working knowledge of English
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