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Procurement Officer at Oxfam International, Tanzania




Oxfam International Mission is to be a catalyst for long-lasting positive change in low- and moderate-income communities around the world, helping them to improve their social, economic and environmental conditions.

Oxfam International is seeking to hire a Procurement Officer for its East Africa program office based in Arusha, Tanzania.

The Procurement Officer will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all day-to-day program support activities and effective coordination and integration of all support activities resolving challenges and obstacles through proper logistical planning.

The position holder will oversee procurement of goods, equipment & services, review contracts and leases, conduct annual vendor pre-qualification, maintenance of the office buildings, grounds, equipment and vehicles.

The Procurement Officer is responsible for developing annual department budget, detailed work plans, providing technical assistance & training in procurement, fleet & asset management and logistics to our partners.

The Procurement officer will manage hiring, and/or leasing, general use & maintenance of all program vehicles.

Additionally, the Procurement Officer will oversee the general safety and security procedures, conduct OFAC checks, maintain and regularly update the security plan and document security related incidents and alerts.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, purchasing & supply or a relevant field.
  • Minimum two years working experience in procurement & logistics experience preferably with US Government funded projects.
  • Able to read and interpret contract documents
  • Strong communication skills
  • Fluent in both English and Swahili
  • A person of known integrity & excellent psychometric PAAT score.
  • Willing to travel as required to perform duties.
Remuneration: 
USD 3450 per month to 3550 per month based on experience and academic qualification.
Medical & Group life insurance
Rest & Recuperation R&R after every eight week in field location


How to Apply
To apply send application letter and detailed CV to howard.oxfam@outlook.com

Application deadline is 15th March 2014. 

Qualified Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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