Admin & Procurement Specialist at the Management Sciences for Health (MSH) – 3 Openings Full Time

Job Title: Admin & Procurement Specialist

Job Requisition ID: R4063
Locations: Bauchi, Sokoto, and Kebbi
Job type: Full-time
Department: Program Delivery Group

Main Purpose of the Job

• The role of the Admin/Procurement Officer is provide Admin support and to procure goods and services in compliance with MSH/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

• 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.

Requirements:

• 4-5 years’ or relevant and progressive experience in procurement and supply management.
• Experience in a USG donor funded project or NGO preferred.
• Strong numeric skills and attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while maintaining an individual workload.
• 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 interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated  ability  to  interact  professionally  with  a  culturally diverse staff, clients and consultants.
• Ability to work independently, 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

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.