Job Title : Procurement Officer
Job Description
Planet Action Funds mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.
Planet Action Fund is seeking to hire a Procurement Officer for its Horn of Africa program based in Juba, South Sudan.
The Procurement Officer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all day-to-day program support activities and effective coordination and integration of all support activities resolving challenges and obstacles through proper logistical planning.
The position holder will oversee procurement of goods, equipment & services, review contracts and leases, conduct annual vendor pre-qualification, maintenance of the office buildings, grounds, equipment and vehicles.
The Procurement Officer is responsible for developing annual department budget, detailed work plans, providing technical assistance & training in procurement, fleet & asset management and logistics to our partners.
The Procurement officer will manage hiring, and/or leasing, general use & maintenance of all program vehicles.
Additionally, the Procurement Officer will oversee the general safety and security procedures, conduct OFAC checks, maintain and regularly update the security plan and document security related incidents and alerts.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, purchasing & supply or a relevant field.
Minimum three years working experience in procurement & logistics experience preferably with US Government funded projects.
In depth knowledge of USAID rules and regulations will be an added advantage.
Able to read and interpret contract documents
Strong communication skills;
Fluent in both English and Swahili;
A person of known integrity & excellent psychometric CAAT score.
Willing to travel as required to perform duties.
Remuneration:
USD 2650pm to 3750pm based on experience and academic qualification.
Medical & Group life insurance.
Rest & Recuperation (R&R) after every six week in field location.
To apply send application letter and detailed CV to hr@planetactionfund.org
Application deadline is 31st January 2012.
Only Short Listed candidates will be contacted. Planet Action Fund is an equal opportunity employer and female candidate are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
To apply send application letter and detailed CV to hr@planetactionfund.org
