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Logistics & Procurement Officer Job: Plan International

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Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian non-governmental organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries. Child protection is key in all that we do.

Working in Zambia since 1996, Plan International Zambia’s development and capacity building programmes focus primarily on Education, Health, Water and Sanitation, Economic Security and Youth Empowerment, including Child Protection and Participation. Plan International Zambia has programme units in; Central, Luapula, and Eastern Provinces including in Lusaka, where the Country Office is located.

We are looking for an experienced, innovative, motivated, self-starter individual to fill the position of Logistics and Procurement Officer on the Zambia Community HIV Prevention Project (ZCHPP) for a period of 6 months only.

Logistics & Procurement Officer – ZCHPP – (Temporary position for 6 months) 

Position Description

Reporting to the Administration Manager  He/she is  involved in  assisting in all matters of procurement, property maintenance and asset management on the Zambia Community  HIV  Prevention Project (ZCHPP). Key areas of responsibility include:

  • Assisting in all matters of procurement, property maintenance and assets management for the ZCHPP.
  • Raising of purchase requisitions for purchasing of goods & services for the ZCHPP
  • Inventory management of stationery and other supplies on the project
  • Analysis of supplier quotations and preparation of  canvass sheets for the project
  • Reconciliation of utility accounts

Individual Specifications include:

  • A Higher Diploma in Purchasing and Supply
  • 2-3 years practical experience in a similar position
  • Excellent negotiation and writing skills
  • High knowledge and capability in computer information programs
  • Valid Driver’s licence

Plan provides equal employment opportunities to qualified and experienced women and men

For full details of the job profile and application requirements, please send an email to [email protected].  Kindly note that only candidates who meet the above specifications and competencies should apply enclosing their CVs, and photocopies of their relevant  academic qualifications. Day time telephone and/or mobile contacts should be clearly indicated. Applications should reach the undersigned not later than Friday 12thJanuary 2017.  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

You can also drop  your application at the following physical address

Plan International Inc.
Plot 87A Kabulonga Road
Kabulonga
Lusaka

To apply for this job email your details to [email protected]