Logistics and Procurement Officer - VacancyGlobal

IsraAID is an Israel-based non-governmental organisation that was founded in 2001 and has since its inception worked in emergency and long-term development settings in over 55 countries. IsraAID’s mission is to support people affected by humanitarian crises by partnering with local communities around the world to provide urgent aid, assist recovery, and reduce the risk of future disasters.JOB PURPOSEThe purpose of this position is to contribute to effective programme implementation through provision of procurement and logistics services in the field office and the country office activities. The incumbent will report to the Country Director and will be part of the Country Office Senior Management teamDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProcurementImplement procurement functions in accordance with IsraAID and donor guidelines while ensuring strict adherence to policy by programme and support functions.Process procurement requests in a timely manner while ensuring completeness, accuracy, and regular follow up in collaboration with programme and finance departmentExecute purchasing functions for goods, services and works of the right quality in the right quantities at the right price delivered to the right place at the right time.Advise and support internal customers in planning, organizing and monitoring their procurement needs.Source and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate terms, and establish contracts to ensure cost-effectiveness and high-quality products or servicesDevelop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to enhance reliability and efficiencyRequest for offers and quotations and prepare the necessary BIDs analysisPrepare Purchase Orders/Contracts and ensure all approvals are obtained, Purchase Orders delivered to the relevant suppliers and acknowledgement received.Follow up with suppliers and ensure goods and services are delivered as agreed.Maintain a comprehensive supplier database, monitor performance, and conduct periodic supplier evaluations.Stay up-to-date on market trends, industry regulations, and best practices to improve procurement strategies.Follow up with the Finance Department to ensure suppliers/service providers’ payments are done in a timely mannerLogisticsImplement logistics functions in accordance to IsraAID and donor guidelines while ensuring strict adherence by programme and support functions.Engage with programme staff to provide timely delivery of logistics support to programmesEnsure timely and accurate local and international staff travel arrangementsResolve any logistics-related issues and proactively identify potential challenges or delays.Implement cost-effective transportation solutions while maintaining quality and safety standardsDocumentation and ReportingPrepare and maintain accurate records of procurement activities, vendor contracts, and supplier performance evaluations.Generate periodic reports on procurement status, inventory levels, and logistics performance.Analyze data to identify trends, areas for improvement, and cost-saving opportunities.OtherProvide capacity building to staff on procurement and logistics mattersCarry out other logistics and procurement tasks as directed by the Country DirectorREQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:Bachelor’s Degree in Procurement/Supply Chain Management or a related field from a recognised UniversityCertified Procurement and Supply Professional of Kenya (CPSP-K) will be an added advantageMinimum of 3 years’ relevant experience in international non-profit organisation in logistics and procurement.Thorough understanding of the Public Procurement and Disposal Act of 2015SKILLSGood organisational, and time management skills;Ability to work in a pressured work environment with frequent critical deadlines;Logical and methodical organisational skills;Negotiation skillsAttention to details and good numeric accuracyStrong planning and time management skillsComputer skillsProblem solving skillsGood interpersonal and ability to work in a teamReporting and ability to keep accurate recordFlexibleKEY BEHAVIOURSCommunicates clearly and effectivelyActs with a high degree of integrity and professionalism. Committed, honest and sincereProactiveAccurate and punctualKeeps other team members regularly updatedPHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT AND DEMANDSTypical office environment with field visits demandsLEVEL OF CONTACT WITH CHILDRENLow contact: No contact or very low frequency of interactionLANGUAGESEssential: English and KiswahiliCOMPLIANCE & ETHICSPromote and encourage a culture of compliance and ethicsAs applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards. Conduct work with the highest level of integrity. Communicate these values to staff and to partners and require them to adhere to these valuesUnderstanding of and commitment to the principles of non-discrimination, local ownership, sustainability, inclusiveness, local partnership, do-no-harm, and apolitical approach; codes of conduct against sexual exploitation and abuse; and against child exploitation and modern slavery.Commitment to abide by IsraAid’s and UN’s codes of conducts and principleCommitment to humanitarian principles

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