Assistant procurement officer - Lagos

Our Client, A Development Organization is seeking applications from qualified Nigerian nationals for the position of procurement officer:
This position is responsible for assisting with all facets of the day-to-day procurement requirements for a busy international development office. The scope of the position includes but is not limited to completing procurement-related paperwork, collecting quotations for goods and services, entering procurement information into the project database, managing inventory and conducting spot checks, completing inventory receipts and preparing payment requests. This position will be based in Lagos, with program activities expected to be carried out in the Western states. Travel may be required.

Reporting & Supervision:
The Procurement Assistant reports to the Procurement Director.


Responsibilities:
Apply procurement and cost-competition principles and bids received for goods and services.
Ensure appropriate procurement actions and checks and balances for all procurement –related functions
In coordination with the Procurement Officer and Procurement Director, ensure that all goods and service procurement actions conform to internationally accepted procurement best practices and Nigerian law
Assist in regular procurement system audits and regularly review and verify market prices for standard items
Maintaining a comprehensive vendor database
Assist Finance staff with the budget reviews and monitoring against expenditures
Uploading and Management of data on all NRTI procurement systems such as PEX, CIDS and IDMS
In coordination with the Procurement Officer and Procurement Director, procure goods and services for program and operational functions.
Maintain and ensure compliance to developed procurement systems
Supply goods and services to project sites in compliance with project requirements
Ensure up-to-date and complete procurement files for all vendors for both operational and procurement supplies
Other duties as assigned.


Requirements and Skills:
Fluency in oral and written English is required.
Fluency in one or more of the local state languages in the Western part of Nigeria is required.
Thorough knowledge of internationally accepted procurement best practices
Proficiency with Microsoft office software: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc. is required.
Strong analytical skills are required.
Multi-tasking with positive attitude is required.
Ability to establish and maintain effective, sustainable relationships with project staff and vendors is required.
Education and Experience:
University degree is required.
Minimum three years’ experience in procurement/logistics including contracts and service agreements
Prior experience with international organizations or international-funded projects is highly desirable.
Experience working in a conflict environment is a plus.
Proven ability to work under pressure

How to Apply
Interested applicants for this position MUST submit the following documents

A current resume or curriculum vitae (CV) listing all job responsibilities AND
A cover letter to following e-mail address: recruit.htgc @gmail.com