Procurement Advisor at AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN)

AIDS Prevention Initiative in Nigeria (APIN) is a non-governmental donor-funded organization dedicated to the prevention, treatment, care and support of diseases of public health importance in Nigeria, including HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, among others Since 2001 we have worked closely with key stakeholders to reduce the burden and mitigate the impact of those diseases through cutting edge, innovative & sustainable approaches

We are seeking suitably qualified candidates to assume the position below

Position: Procurement Advisor – Abuja

The job holder will responsibility for organizing and managing the procurement records and database as well as for providing necessary support to the Procurement Officer in all procurement activities, including planning, documentation, communication and reporting.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Procurement Officer to register vendors
• Organize and manage vendor records and database
• Raise purchase orders, purchase requisitions and other procurement documents
• Inspect items supplied by vendors and raise Goods Received Note for all deliveries
• Assist the Procurement Officer in the conduct of market surveys
• Participate in the activities of the Procurement Committee
• Maintain the inventory of all the activities of the unit
• Invite and register vendors on annual basis for all categories of supplies
• Support the training of relevant site officials on procurement procedures

Qualification and Experience

• A first degree or HND in Purchasing & Supply, Pharmacy or any of the Social Sciences; and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in procurement or purchasing & supply, preferably with at least two years working in an international NGO. Professional qualifications in Purchasing & Supply or Procurement Management will be an added advantage.

Technical & Behavioural Competencies

• Confidentiality
• Analytical thinking
• Communication skill
• Integrity
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
• Self-managed, with excellent organizational ability
• Ability to interact with all cadres of staff
• Ability to work under pressure
• Proactive, resourceful and efficient, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong decision-making ability and attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of procurement and bidding processes
• Computer literacy/skills in usage of personal productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet browsing, emailing, etc.)

Mode of Application:
Qualified and interested applicants should visit www.apin.org.ng to apply by completing an online application form. They should also upload their CV which must contain a suitability statement, highlighting how their knowledgeable,  skills and experience make them suitable for the position, and addressing the person specifications listed above. The statement should not exceed a page and must appear on the first page of the CV, which must be saved in Microsoft Word and as applicant’s name. All applications must be submitted online on or before January 29^th 2013
Late applications will not be considered and only shortlisted candidates

APIN offers very competitive terms of employment and is an equal opportunity employer. Women who are qualified for the position are therefore encouraged to apply.