Procurement Assistant at Lindii Peace Foundation (LPF)

Position Overview

This position offers a great opportunity for career growth within the Lindii Peace Foundation. In coordination with the Procurement Officer, you will plan and implement systems and policies that guide all operations related to procuring supplies and services in support of all LPF offices and projects at state and field offices, including both domestic and international sourcing.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in the negotiation of contract terms on a range of procurements and monitor delivery of exact specifications
• Implement procurement policy and systems for LPF procurement at state and field office level
• Undertake tendering, evaluation, placement, and monitoring of a portfolio of state and field offices procurement
• Support the planning and coordination of central procurement activities with state and local government areas (LGAs), including storage and delivery
• Assist in training staff at the LGA level in procurement rules, processes, and record keeping
• Monitor procurement processes and compliance with LPF procedures at state and field level
• Coordinate formal bids and requests for proposal (RFPs)
• Review and assist in the development of specifications, terms, and schedules
• Prepare specifications, compare bids received, and present purchase recommendations to management
• Solicit and negotiate competitive pricing from vendors and make recommendations for issuance of purchase orders
• Adhere to all LPF required procurement budgets, donor purchasing guidelines, policies, and controls
• Drive continuous improvement in all aspects of the procurement process
• Maintain procurement files and other documentation
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in Procurement, Logistics, or related field
• At least 3 years of relevant experience