We are seeking a dynamic and talented Zambian to fill the role of Administrative Assistant to ensure the highest standards in performance and accountability are achieved across the agency. Based in Lusaka (with regular travel to other operational locations including to Suppliers), you will ensure our team is delivering the highest standards of Procurement.
Working under the leadership of the Assistant Operations and Procurement Coordinator, you will also be expected to drive your own performance to meet or exceed the targets set against our strategy and business plan.
The successful candidate is expected to be highly systems and processes oriented, ensuring that up to date information is available, analysed and acted upon by the Leadership Team to address the level of risks and challenges to the performance of the business unit.
Skills and experience
Essential
• Graduate-level degree in relevant field of Supply and Purchasing, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in monitoring Procurement risks, and workplan forecasting against plans and targets.
• Proven success in cultivating relationships with external stakeholders such as Suppliers.
• Commitment to Restless Development’s values and mission see website.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Excellent IT skills, especially Excel, Power-point, and Word.
• Be results oriented and forward thinking, with demonstrated analytical skills.
Desirable
• Experience in collecting and analysing data.
• Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques.
• Experience of oversight of multiple teams and units.
• Proven success of remotely managing field offices.
Person Specification
The Individual must be results orientated, highly self-motivated and have demonstrated analytical skills and ability to communicate effectively. The successful candidate will thrive in a multicultural environment as part of a rapidly growing and developing organisation and be personally committed to Restless Development’s mission and values.
Educational Background
Minimum: Graduate-level degree in relevant field of Supply and Purchasing, or equivalent work experience.
