Self Help Africa (SHA) is an international NGO dedicated to the vision of an economically thriving and resilient rural Africa. We have 50 years of experience working with smallholder farmers, farmer associations, cooperatives and agribusinesses across Africa to help farmers grow and sell more food, improve diets, diversify incomes and make their livelihoods more sustainable and resilient to external shocks. SHA also builds awareness of issues affecting smallholders and represent their interests at policy and institutional level.

SHA is a core member of The Gorta Group which is composed of a group of innovative organizations driving sustainable economic and social change across Africa. Comprising Self Help Africa, Partner Africa and TruTrade, the Gorta Group combines expertise in market-based solutions to poverty and rural development; climate change mitigation and resilience; trade facilitation and farmer and worker rights; underpinned by an inclusive ethos that specifically targets women and youth. In August 2021, United Purpose joined the Gorta Group, which operates as Self Help Africa (SHA), bringing together two organizations with proud histories of assisting those in greatest need. United Purpose, formerly Concern Universal, has worked for more than 40 years as a leader in community-led development and grassroots innovation. SHA now has over 700 staff worldwide, as a result of the merger, and a global turnover of over €40m. We are currently implementing a portfolio of 80 projects in Bangladesh, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Uganda and Zambia funded by a variety of institutional and private donors including the European Union, Irish Aid and World Food Programme. In 2020, we supported close to eight million people in rural communities across sub-Saharan Africa, Brazil and Bangladesh.

Under direct supervision of the Head of finance and administration, the Procurement Officer is responsible for the management of all procurements and assist with processing service contracts, leases and rental agreements and supporting project trainings, workshops and meetings and fixed asset and stores management as per SHA policy and procedure.

Qualifications/Other Requirements:

• BA Degree in management, purchasing and supplies management or public administration

Role Competencies

• Demonstrate flexibility in the face of change
• Attention to detail in review and planning
• Ability to manage multiple priorities without loss of composure
• Determines the appropriate allocation of time
• Demonstrate the ability to foresee problems and prevent them by taking action
• Interact professionally with clients and colleagues
• Properly responds to requests with accuracy and courtesy
• Work as a competent member of team, willingly providing back-up support for co-workers when required
• Proficiency in using standard office equipment such as computers, fax, photocopier, scanner etc.
• Proficiency in quickly adapting to new technology and easily acquiring new technical skills
• Exhibit sound judgement and ability to make reasonable decisions in the absence of direction
• Refer problems to appropriate person when necessary
• Work effectively without constant and direct supervision or guidance

Knowledge and Experience

• Ability to communicate both in Amharic and English in writing and speaking
• Ability to handle and care sensitive matters
• Knowledge of appropriate computer software to handle the task
• At least 7 years of experience in relevant posts, of which 5 are in similar position preferably in the NGO environment

How to Apply

Please upload a completed Application Form, CV and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role here following this link:

CLICK HERE

Please note incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. 

Though SHA is an equal opportunity employer, we highly encourage women applicants. 

Self Help Africa is committed to equal employment opportunities. 

Any candidate offered a job with Self Help Africa must sign Self Help Africa’s Safeguarding Policies and Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. Specific roles may require police and/or background checks