Description:

The Procurement Officer will assist the Procurement Specialist in coordinating VCN procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Examine procurement requests to ensure they are complete and comply with approved guidelines.
• Assist in reviewing specifications and preparing tender documents.
• Assist with the initial review of offers, evaluations and submissions.
• Prepare technical and commercial correspondence with contractors and suppliers.
• Identify potential sources of required goods and services.
• Follow up with contractors to ensure compliance with required lead times.
• Manage quotations and verify submitted quotations.
• Participate in preparing the Procurement Unit’s Annual Work Plan and Budget.
• Serve as a link between the Procurement Unit and other project components.
• Participate in bid openings and bid management.
• Facilitate correspondence with contractors and suppliers.
• Perform other procurement duties assigned by the Procurement Specialist or Programme Coordinator.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Master’s degree or higher in Procurement Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering or a related field.
• Membership of CIPS, CILT, CISCM or a related professional body.
• Minimum 7 years relevant professional experience.
• At least 5 years in procurement activities for internationally funded agricultural development projects.
• Ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong computer literacy.
• Experience with donor-assisted projects is an advantage.
• Good communication and team-building skills.
• Strong planning, organisation and recordkeeping skills.

Applicants are required to submit their Expression of Interest (EOI) in 10 copies — one original and nine photocopies. Each application should include:

• Updated CV
• Application letter/cover letter tailored to the position
• The envelope should be clearly marked: “EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR THE RECRUITMENT OF NATIONAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT UNIT UNDER THE FGN/IFAD/AFD-VCN PROJECT.”

Applications should be addressed to:

The Permanent Secretary
Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security
c/o Director, Federal Department of Development Partners Projects
Fadama House, No. 1, Eldoret Close, Off Aminu Kano Crescent,
Wuse II, Abuja

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