Job Description

Title:  Procurement Officer (CO)

I.                   Job Summary

 The purpose of  Procurement Officer position is to facilitate and execute efficient, smooth and cost-effective procurement activities of the central office and regional offices and Amref Health Africa procurement policy. Check qualities of goods purchased and submit the items to the storekeeper and inform his/her immediate supervisor.

II.                Key Responsibilities

§  Receives and prioritizes purchase orders initiated by different individuals or departments for planning;

§  Ensures and advices specifications are properly filled for goods and services requested;

§  Collects quotations based on approved purchase request and specifications from listed vendors and submits to standing procurement committee for review and approval;

§  Prepares quotations analysis matrixes for approved procurements and get it signed by the standing committee;

§  Prepares purchase orders to suppliers/service providers;

§  Executes purchase of materials and services ensuring cost efficient purchase after receiving approved purchase requisitions based on the request of various units of the organization.

§  ensures that purchases are made in the best interests of Amref Health Africa procurement manual;

§  Makes sure that the materials and services purchased meet the required standard and as per the specification given & facilitates delivery of the materials on time;

§  Prepares periodical procurement status report and submits to the immediate supervisor;

§  Regularly up dates the supervisor of all partial collection of the procured goods

Provides support to regional offices with regard to procurement of materials and services;

§  Creates and maintains proper and complete procurement files such as purchase request, quotations, goods receiving notes, delivery invoices etc;

§  Assists in the development and maintenance of vendor’s list;

§  Undertakes any other activities as requested by the Procurement Manager.

Job Requirements

§  BA degree in purchasing and supplies management or business Administration

§  At least five years working experience in purchasing and supplies management.

§  Demonstrated skill in multitasking, meeting deadlines and working under tight schedules

§  Ability to interact and deal with people patiently and politely

§  Understanding on Procurement Rules and Regulations

§  Excellent planning, coordinating, and facilitation skills 

§  Excellent communication skills;

§  Very good computer skills;

§  Good knowledge of written and spoken English;

How to Apply

If you are Interested? Please visit our website https://amref.org/job/procurement-officer-ethiopia/ to make your application. You will be directed to our online portal where you will need to create an account in order for you to be able to submit your application. Your application should include a cover letter detailing why you are the best fit for this position and your CV with relevant skills and experience. Closing date will be July 28, 2022. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Duly note that Amref Health Africa does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and has not retained any agent in connection with recruitment. Amref Health Africa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref Health Africa is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking environment policy.