Ayala Consulting offers unique professional opportunities to gain experience in social protection, work with high-profile international organizations and national governments, and aid poor and vulnerable populations.
The Procurement Officer will be responsible for planning and controlling the finance function of the program. This position is for a minimum 1 year assignment.
Ayala Consulting
Ayala Consulting specializes in the design and implementation of Social Protection programs including Conditional/Unconditional Cash and In-kind Transfer programs, Cash for Work programs, and National Registries. Our principal clients include the World Bank, Inter-American Development Bank, UNICEF, Department for International Development, and various national governments worldwide. We are committed to fostering a culturally diverse work environment and providing opportunities for dedicated individuals to grow with the company.
Key Responsibilities
- Procure goods and services according to donor rules and procedures
- Participate in the preparation of bidding documents, tendering, evaluation of proposals and selection of successful bidder
- Prepare draft contract documents for Internal Procurement Committee (IPC)’s consideration
- Maintain minutes of IPC meetings
- Establish and update an effective inventory control system
- Establish a procurement planning and monitoring system in line with donor templates
- Ensure value for money and establish cost controls
- Facilitate and guide all implementers in making the right decisions on procurement of goods and services
- Prepare annual/ quarterly procurement plans and reports for timely submission to Government of Malawi and donor organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management, Economics, Business Administration, Accounting or its equivalent.
- At least three years experience in performing procurement related activities in reputable and high performing public sector organization
- Demonstrate extensive practical experience and skills in all aspects of International and National Competitive Bidding and experience in procurement procedures with regard to KfW and EU-funded programs and Government of Malawi procurement procedures.
- Computer literate. Good knowledge of MS Office applications
- Excellent communication, writing and reporting skills.
How to apply:
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates should e-mail their application letters enclosing detailed Curriculum Vitae (CVs), plus references to: Juan Carlos Silva: jsilva@ayalaconsulting.com.ec.
This is an immediate opening, and selection will be made as soon as possible.
This is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to gain experience in the field. The ideal candidate is motivated to assume responsibility and provide high-quality work to consolidate their career in the finance within the development and social protection fields.
