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• Takes lead in all procurement activities at the Sub Program level
  and ensures that all procurements are made in line with the LWF
  Procurement Manual;
• Liaises with the Accountant and Heads of Section to ensure correct
  coding for purchasing of goods;
• Prepares all necessary documentation for procurement of goods and
  services (i.e. procurement plan, supply requisitions, quotations, bid
  documents, agreements etc.);
• In consultation with suppliers/vendors, he/she coordinates the
  delivery of goods purchased and makes timely arrangements for delivery of
  items to the camps;
• Drafts correspondence related to procurement including letters to
  suppliers and follows up with them to ensure timely and safe delivery of
  goods and services;
• Ensures that cash/cheque advances for procurement are accounted for
  in an appropriate and timely manner;
• Ensures that timely payment is made to the suppliers after delivery
  of goods and services as specified in the LPO and/or contract;
• Conducts regular Market survey of commonly use supplies and
  prequalification of eligible suppliers and establish supplier data base;
• Maintains files of correspondence, reports and supporting
  documentation relating to procurement as evidence of compliance with the
  procurement procedures;
• Maintains a proper system of way bills to control the dispatch and
  receipt of purchases, and items returned to suppliers for repair and/or
  replacement;
• Liaises with the Administrator & stores/warehouse on safe and
  secure storage of items whilst in the office compound;
• Prepares timely procurement minutes in accordance with the decisions
  made by the tender committee on the purchase of goods and/or services;
• Ensure that all LWF/DWS assets are coded/tagged appropriately.

• The ideal candidate for the Lutheran World Relief
  (LWR) Procurement Officer job opportunity should hold a Bachelor’s
  degree in Procurement and Logistics, BBA, or equivalent;
• Professional qualifications or any other recognized certification in
  supply chain management is an added advantage;
• Three years of professional experience in procurement and logistics
  management with reputable organization;
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;
• Good Computer skills in MS Excel, MS Word, MS Access;
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision in tight
  deadline driven environment;
• Ability to negotiate with vendors in a transparent manner;
• Ability to work on own initiative, proactive attitude and a team
  player;
• Good team player and strong interpersonal and communication skills;
• Commitment to excellence and high quality results.

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