Procurement Officer at Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi)

Achieving Health Nigeria Initiative (AHNi) is a non-profit organization that promotes socio-economic development by supporting global health and economic initiatives in Nigeria. AHNi currently has its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.

To strengthen our operations and interventions in the country, we are recruiting qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Procurement Officer

Location: Abuja
Employment Type: Full Time

Job Description

• The Procurement Officer will develop, plan, and manage policies and strategies related to procuring supplies and services (in accordance with AHNI & Global Fund policies) in support of all AHNi offices and projects at HQ and State Offices, both domestic and international sourcing.
• S/he will participate in the negotiation of contract terms on a range of procurements and monitor delivery of exact specifications.
• With the Senior Procurement Officer, s/he will develop policies and systems for AHNi procurement at HQ and State office level, identifying what is procured locally & nationally.
• The successful candidate will plan, coordinate, and manage the central procurement activities of AHNi with HQ and State Offices, including storage and delivery, train staff at the HQ & state level in procurement rules and processes and record keeping, monitor procurement processes and compliance with AHNi procedures at HQ and field levels.
• The Procurement Officer will implement sourcing strategies to support corporate and state objectives, providing AHNi with competitive advantage in the areas of materials, supplies, and services.

Minimum Recruitment Standard

• BS/BA Degree in relevant field with 3 - 5 years of relevant procurement experience.
• Or MS/MA Degree in relevant field with 2 - 3 years relevant procurement experience.
• Minimum of 2 years supervisory experience in procurement.
• Familiarity with donor-funded procurement rules and regulations is required.
• Demonstrated success in multicultural environments is an advantage.
• Ability to travel a minimum of 25%.

Application Closing Date
5th December 2023.