Procurement Assistant (Dadaab) at Lutheran World Federation

The Lutheran World Federation (LWF; German: Lutherischer Weltbund) is a global communion .The Department for World Service is the LWF’s humanitarian arm. It has programmes in 32 countries. The LWF is a member of ACT Alliance.

Purpose of the position

The purpose of this position is to support achievement of Procurement and Logistics quality services and departmental objectives in Dadaab refugee Camp. The position reports to the Logistics Officer and works closely with Store Assistant.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Sourcing quotations from our pre- qualified suppliers and analyzing them.
2. Ensuring right descriptions of items and sample are provided where necessary
3. Processing documents for several signatures as required by the policy.
4. Providing Clerical services such as processing purchase order.
5. Providing systematic and organized filling system for all reports both in soft copy and hard copy.
6. Preparation of payments on time such as forwarding all serviced invoices to Finance for payments.
7. Making all follow ups with suppliers to supply goods within the time given.
8. Sending out tenders and preparation of selected tenders Contracts when necessary.
9. Ensuring the right goods are bought at the right quality and the right quantity.
10. Making follow ups to  suppliers payments to ensure that they are paid on time and no delays in supplies
11. Notifying the program any changes in prices in the market.
12. Making sure that any complaints launched by the suppliers reach to the logistics officer.
13. Notifying the suppliers any changes in the management operations on time.
14. Organizing of catering roasters in a systematic order to empower Refugee hotels in Catering Services in case of any workshops done in the Camp.
15. Liars with Nairobi Procurement to ensure that all goods bought in Nairobi reach Dadaab on time when they are needed.
16. Labeling of both files and books according to procurement documents.
17. Preparation of weekly reports, monthly reports, annual reports and any other reports as required by the logistics Officer.
18. Issuing of all ready Contracts and PO, s to the contractors and suppliers.

Qualification:

1. Diploma in Supply Chain Management ( Requirement)
2. Registered and member of a relevant professional body like KISM ( Requirement)
3. Degree in Supply chain Management is an added advantage

1. 2 years Minimal Practical Experience.
2. Experience gained working with an International Humanitarian NGO will be an added advantage.
3. Previous work experience in hardship, marginalized areas or emergency setting
4. Proficiency in English and Kiswahili language both written and spoken.

Skills and competencies:

1. Knowledge of procurement processes, policies and procedures
2. Strong emphasis on accuracy and detail
3. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously to meet goals and deadlines
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office programs, such as Excel
5. Good time management and organizational skills
6. Basic mathematical knowledge

Personal Attributes:

1. High level of motivation, integrity, commitment and professional responsibility.
2. Ability to tolerate cultural, educational and religious diversity in the work place
3. Excellent communication, time management, organization and presentation skills.
4. A good team player with high degree of initiative, flexibility and tolerance  

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