Organizational Context
The Procurement Associate will work under the direct supervision of Supply Chain Officer and general guidance of Head of Programme. This position is based in Dili, Timor-Leste and reports to Supply Chain Officer.
Key Accountabilities
- Support procurement programs and operational activities
- Coordinate the establishment and review of Country Office procurement plans
- Liaise with internal counterparts to support alignment of procurement activities
- Support market research exercises and present information
- Lead the drafting of relevant Long-Term Agreements or contracts
- Make recommendations for process improvement and procurement compliance
- Coordinate and monitor delivery of procurement requisitions
- Update, manage and maintain relevant databases and records
- Identify and recommend potential suppliers
- Coordinate effective relationships with WFP suppliers and service providers
- Contribute to negotiations with suppliers on terms and conditions
- Resolve issues related to food or goods and services delivery
- Supervise work of junior procurement staff
- Follow standard emergency preparedness and response practices
Qualifications and Experience
- Completion of secondary school education
- Post-secondary certificate in the related functional area
- Six or more years of progressively responsible work experience
- Knowledge of public procurement principles and vendor analysis
- Familiarity with purchase of food commodities/goods/services
- Experience in supplier research and coordination
- Experience in information management and report writing
- Fluency in both oral and written communication in English language
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