Senior Procurement Assistant UNICEF Zimbabwe

United Nations Children’s Fund

Zimbabwe Country Office – Vacancy Notice

Please note that UNICEF does not charge a fee or require personal banking details at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, traveling, processing, training or any other fees).

If you are a committed, creative professional and are passionate about making a lasting difference for children, the world’s leading children’s rights organization would like to hear from you. For 60 years, UNICEF has been working on the ground in 190 countries and territories to promote children’s survival, protection and development.The world’s largest provider of vaccines for developing countries, UNICEF supports child health and nutrition, good water and sanitation, quality basic education for all boys and girls, and the protection of children from violence, exploitation, and AIDS.

We are building a talent pool of candidates to be considered for future positions with UNICEF Zimbabwe within our Supply and Logistics Unit. Successful candidates will be placed in a pool that will be valid for 2 years. However two positions are currently vacant as indicated against the position.

Senior Procurement Assistant at GS7 Level

Purpose of the Job:

Under the general supervision of the Supply Officer, prepares requests for proposals and purchase orders for goods and services, obtains quotations from local vendors for purchasing office, project supplies and services. Monitors all requests for procurement/contracting for review by Supply Officer. Drafts solicitation document, tabulation and proposal for award of
contract. Maintain updated filing system and record keeping. Liaise with requesting sections for finalization of specification/scope of work. Meticulously follow up with suppliers on production/delivery and provides weekly update to supervisor.

Qualifications and Competencies:

• Minimum of first degree in any commercial subject, supplemented by courses in purchasing methods, contracting, supply chain management and logistics highly desirable.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible administrative work, with specialized experience in purchasing a variety of materials and services.
• Possess sound analytical skill and local market knowledge.
• Good computer skills.

If you have experience of working in a similar capacity, meet the above profile and want to make an active and lasting contribution to build a better world for children, send your application letter together with resume to the address below. All applications must have a cover letter and a C.V. and applications without cover letters will not be considered. If sending via email quote position you are applying for as subject heading. Please email or drop in person to:

Email: hararevacancies[at]unicef.org

Or

Human Resources Manager
(Vacancy Notice: Zim/2015/03)
UNICEF,6 Fairbridge Avenue,

Applications should be received by 21st March, 2015. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

UNICEF is committed to gender equality in its mandate and its staff, and equal opportunities for people living with disabilities. Well qualified candidates, particularly women and people living with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.