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Procurement Officer

GiveDirectly
Location
Lilongwe, Malawi
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Malawi Programs
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 3 or more years of experience in a procurement, purchasing, or supply chain role
  • A bachelor's degree or higher in Procurement, Logistics or Supply Chain Management
  • Strong negotiation skills and sound judgment in vendor evaluation
  • High attention to detail and strong record-keeping/documentation skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong ownership mindset and ability to work in a self-directed manner
Nice to have
  • Membership to professional bodies is an added advantage
  • Experience using procurement, payment, or expense management systems (e.g. Tipalti, Nexonia, or similar) is an added advantage
  • Proficient with office software (Microsoft Office, Google suite, etc.), particularly Excel/Sheets
What the job really is

The Procurement Officer at GiveDirectly will assist the Operations and Procurement Manager in managing the procurement process, which includes sourcing quotations, evaluating vendors, and maintaining procurement records. Daily tasks involve conducting market surveys, preparing bid analyses, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies while coordinating with vendors on delivery and maintenance timelines.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role involves significant attention to detail and compliance, which may limit creative procurement strategies
  • Working in a culture of direct feedback may not suit everyone
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