Procurement Specialist at International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF)

Reports to: Head of Operations

Rank: C3

IPPF Africa Regional Office is seeking to recruit a qualified candidate for the position of Procurement Specialist.

JOB PURPOSE

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for the procurement of goods and services and supporting improvement in logistics and procurement functions.

Education

• Post graduate degree in any of the following: -Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Procurement and Supplies Management, or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Postgraduate diploma in Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS)
• Membership of Kenya Institute of Supplies Management will be an added advantage

Work Experience

• Five (5) years relevant practical procurement experience
• 8 years relevant experience in procurement and/or financial management, administration preferably in an NGO.
• Understanding of the local market,local legislation related to contracts, suppliers, contractors and business requirements and tax regulations, legal aspects of contracting and contract management.
• NGO experience preferred with thorough understanding of institutional donors’ policies relating to procurement
• Forecasting; Project management; Logistics information systems; Business strategy; Supply and inventory management Supply and demand planning.