Short Term Procurement and Administrative Assistant at Chemonics International

At Chemonics, we believe our mission of helping people live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives is driven by our commitment to service-service to our mission, to our beneficiaries, to our clients, and to our staff. From our founding in 1975, we have worked in more than 150 countries to help our clients, partners, and beneficiaries face ...

 

Short Term Procurement and Administrative Assistant

  • Job TypePart Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldAdministration / Secretarial  , Procurement / Store-keeping / Supply Chain 

Job Summary:

  • The incumbent will be responsible for the efficient coordination of procurement and administrative functions at the Activity. S/he will be well versed in general administration and procurement guidelines. S/he will ensure close functional collaboration with other unit staff to enhance efficiency provision of services and accountability.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Process requisitions for the procurement of goods and services, including requesting for quotations, preparing and facilitating approval of quotations analysis report, and issuance of Local Purchase Orders (LPOs)/contracts/agreements.
  • Place orders with the selected suppliers and follow up on the delivery of good and services, as per the order specification.
  • Track the status of all procurement transactions in the Procurement tracker.
  • Liaise with Finance team to process payments for all goods delivered and services rendered.
  • Reconcile vendors Statement of Accounts.
  • Maintain proper procurement records, including electronic and hardcopy procurement files for each purchase and tracking the usage of suppliers.
  • Provide administrative and logistical support to conferences, workshops and meetings.
  • Ensure all required records are maintained, complete and up to date and in line with PSM requirements.
  • Support with archiving of operations related records electronic and hardcopy formats.
  • Make relevant hotel reservations and liaise with vendors as appropriate.
  • Coordinate logistical support for staff.
  • Perform other day-to-day administrative duties at the Nairobi office

Qualification and competencies

  • Bachelor’s degree in Purchasing and Supplies Management, Business Administration or related field from a recognized institution.
  • Minimum of three (3) years work experience in an equivalent capacity.
  • CIPS or KISM certification is an added advantage.
  • Sound knowledge and experience with donor rules and regulations i.e. USAID.
  • Interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels (written and verbal)
  • Self-starter with strong organizational skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and communications skills.
  • Ability to work in a team environment is a must.
  • Ability to exercise confidentiality and high levels of professionalism.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Chemonics International on chemonicsinternational-klrne.formstack.com to apply

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