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Procurement Officer at Norwegian Refugee Council, Maroua, Cameroon

Norwegian Refugee Council

Procurement Officer at Norwegian Refugee Council, Maroua, Cameroon

Norwegian Refugee Council

Full time Job

Date Posted: March 15, 2024

Application deadline:

Expired on: March 24, 2024 12:00am

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Job description

Specific responsibilities  :

  1. Responsible for managing the supply chain in the office: requesting and tracking purchases, receiving goods, managing and sharing the price list and updating/compiling the list of suppliers, etc.;
  2. Find locations for training, workshops or accommodation for NRC staff;
  3. Participate in the organization of supply, transport, construction, service and transfer contracts in accordance with NRC procurement procedures;
  4. Participate in the preparation, consolidation and updating of project procurement plans;
  5. Ensure use of the NRC ERP system for all purchases and comply with all applicable requirements;
  6. Perform background checks on all suppliers listed in the supplier database;
  7. Advise and support the mission in the implementation of the procurement policy and the definition of objectives for optimizing costs, quality and deadlines; 
  8. Prospect, develop calls for tenders and select suppliers capable of meeting the strategic needs of the mission; 
  9. Negotiate supply conditions with suppliers in terms of cost, quality, deadlines, payment conditions, etc.
  10. Build and manage supplier quality and develop long-term relationships with preferred suppliers; 
  11. Identify, anticipate and manage risks related to suppliers; 
  12. Ensure the proper delivery of goods until delivery to the departments concerned;
  13.  Implement and monitor the key performance indicators of this function;
  14. Responsible for archiving physical and electronic files in collaboration with the assistant;
  15.  Controls purchasing procedures and contract execution;
  16. Define, with the departments concerned, the control points which will optimize internal control of the purchasing chain and contribute to budgetary control of expenses;
  17. Carry out market analyzes to serve as a guide to the program team on the terms of the project;
  18. Submit the quality reports assigned to him and submit them according to the schedule in place;
  19.  Perform all other tasks assigned by your supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

1.  Professional skills

General professional skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business management or other related field.
  • A CIPS certification will be an added advantage. 
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience as a logistician in a humanitarian or reconstruction context.
  • Prior experience working in complex and volatile contexts
  • Documented results related to position responsibilities

Context-specific skills, knowledge and experiences

  • Be willing to travel to remote areas and field offices, and be able to work flexibly, including weekends 
  • Willingness to travel and work in rural areas and live in basic conditions
  • Good computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Internet and other software)
  • Fluency in French and knowledge of English as an asset

2.  Behavioral skills

The NRC skills framework is based on 12 behavioral skills. The following skills are essential for this position:

  • Managing an unsafe environment
  • Plan, analyze and get results
  • Empower and build trust
  • Communicate with impact and respect
  • Integrity, honesty and trust

Application deadline:

Expired on: March 24, 2024

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