| Date Posted: | Feb 13, 2020 |
|---|---|
| Reference: | DAI/ACEBA |
| Closing Date: | Feb 27, 2020 |
| Work Type: | Full Time |
| Number of Vacancies: | 1 |
| Gender: | Any |
| Functional Area: | Procurement |
| Nationality: | Afghan |
| Salary Range: | NTA, Grade EAF |
| Years of Experience: | 3 - 5 Years |
| Contract Duration: | Not specified |
| Extension Possibility: | Yes |
| Contract Type: | Long-term |
| Probation Period: | 3 months |
| Required Languages: | Dari,Pashto,English |
About DAI:
BACKGROUND:
DAI is implementing the USAID funded Afghanistan Competitiveness of Export-Oriented Businesses Activity (ACEBA) Program. The objective of this program is to enhance capacities of Afghan exporters and micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) associated with export-oriented value chains, such as carpets, marble and granite, precious stones and jewelry, textiles, and cashmere as a means of promoting sustainable economic growth and increasing employment.
Job Summary:
PURPOSE
The Procurement Assistant is responsible for ensuring project procurement of goods and operations services are achieved according to DAI/ACEBA policies and procedures. The Procurement Assistant supports the operations in the following functions, but not limited to.
Skills Required:
Skills Description:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly computer literate with preferably advanced e-mail, word processing and spreadsheet management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure
Duties & Responsibilities:
OBJECTIVE AND DUTIES:
• Manage project operations procurement and ensure compliance with DAI/ACEBA policies, procedures and guidance;
• Purchase a wide-range of goods, commodities, and services;
• Manage vendor relationships, contacts, and pre-qualifications lists;
• Facilitate efficient and timely procurement of goods and services;
• Delivers work product in a schedule-driven environment;
• Obtains product/pricing information from vendors which is used in sourcing and contracting decisions;
• Facilitates the timely receipt of requested goods/services;
• Monitor/audit the receipt of goods and services;
• Carry out other procurement functions as required.
Job Location:
Afghanistan, KabulQualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor’s degree with 3 years’ experience or 5 years overall experience
Work Experience:
• Experience working with international organizations in Afghanistan is preferred.
• Experience working on USAID-funded programs in DAI is an advantage
Other Skills:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly computer literate with preferably advanced e-mail, word processing and spreadsheet management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work under pressure
Languages:
• Fluency in English and/or Dari Pashto preferred
REPORTING:
• The position reports to the Operations Manager.