Admin & Procurement Specialist,Job Ref. NG/MSH/2911/2443
Website Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB: The role of the Admin/Procurement Officer is provide Admin support and to procure goods and services in compliance with M S H / Donor procurements policies and procedures. S /he collects proforma invoices on approved purchase requisitions, prepares offer analysis and makes recommendations. Once the purchase order has been completed, the Procurement Specialist will follow up to assure delivery. She/he maintains procurement data including supplier list and standards of goods and services, and ensures the effectiveness of procurement in timely and cost effective manner. Assists expatriate staff with resident visas, also assists project staff with visa processing ( where applicable ). He is responsible for supervision of all drivers and provides transportation services to staff and TDYers.
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED MINIMUM
EDUCATION:
- Master ‘s degree in business administration / finance/ accounts or related field. Alternatively, a
University Degree in logistics, supply chain management or business with 4 years post degree experience.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
4 -5 years’ or relevant and progressive experience in procurement and supply management.
- Experience in a USG donor funded project or NGO preferred.
- Strong numerical skills and attention to details and quality.
- Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while maintaining individual work load.
- Logical and flexible approach to solving problems, especially when working under pressure.
- Monitoring/assessing performance to make improvements or take corrective action.
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:
- Ability to work under pressure
- Planning and scheduling skills
- Good organizational skills
COMPETENCIES:
- Good communication and inter personal skills
- Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with a culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.
- Ability to work in dependently, take initiative and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality
- Demonstrated intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite applications
- Functional expert – has knowledge of processes and products
Influencer – relates to people, builds relationships, and effectively presents arguments
Results seeker – meets deadlines, identifies actions, and achieves goals
Innovator – thinks creatively, anticipates changes, and produces solutions
Adaptor – stays calm under pressure and handles criticism well
Complier – follows procedures and encourages others to as well
MSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.
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