Experience Required

More than or equal to 3 years

SOS Children's Villages Nepal, a non-governmental social development organisation, supports children without parental care and families in difficult living conditions through services in care, education, health and emergency relief. We advocate for the rights of children and young people, in alliance with a great diversity of partners.  We offer a secure and friendly work environment and are committed to safeguarding the rights of children by having zero tolerance policy in this regard. We are further committed to providing a safe environment for coworkers and children, young people and adults with whom we work, where human rights are respected and upheld, and healthy relations are fostered by building organisational systems, capacity, and awareness on our Child and Youth Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We are now looking for interested and qualified individuals for various full- time contract positions under the Nepal Multi-location Flood Response Project.

Job position

Procurement Officer

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The Procurement Officer, under the supervision of the Emergency Response Manager, is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing procurement activities for the emergency response and recovery programme. The position will work closely with programme and field teams to ensure the timely, cost-effective, transparent, and compliant procurement and delivery of required goods, works, and services in line with organisational procurement policies and applicable laws.

Key performance areas and main responsibilities

Coordinate procurement planning and processes with programme and field teams to ensure timely availability of required goods, works, and services.

Obtain and evaluate quotations, coordinate with suppliers and service providers, and facilitate procurement in line with organisational policies, donor requirements, and applicable procedures.

Coordinate the procurement and delivery of programme and emergency response items, including shelter materials, WASH supplies, educational materials, and other required goods and services.

Follow up with suppliers and service providers to ensure timely delivery and address procurement-related issues in coordination with relevant teams.

Maintain complete and accurate procurement records, monitor procurement expenditure against approved budgets, and provide timely updates on procurement progress, challenges, and pending requirements.

Qualifications, experience and skills

A minimum of Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Business Studies or relevant degree with at least a second division or its equivalent from a recognised university.

At least three years of relevant experience in procurement, supply chain, or logistics, preferably with an NGO or development organisation.

Experience in procurement processes, vendor management, documentation, and compliance with organisational requirements, including procurement of emergency response items, WASH supplies, shelter materials, and educational materials.

Excellent communication, negotiation, coordination, and computer skills, with proficiency in English and Nepali.

Strong interpersonal and organisational skills, with a positive attitude.

Salary and other benefits

As per the policies of the organisation.

About Company

SOS Children's Villages Nepal, a non-governmental social development organisation, supports children without parental care and families in difficult living conditions through services in care, education, health and emergency relief. We advocate for the rights of children and young people, in alliance with a great diversity of partners.  We offer a secure and friendly work environment and are committed to safeguarding the rights of children by having zero tolerance policy in this regard. We are further committed to providing a safe environment for coworkers and children, young people and adults with whom we work, where human rights are respected and upheld, and healthy relations are fostered by building organisational systems, capacity, and awareness on our Child and Youth Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct.