Logistics & Procurement Officer: Plan International

Employment Opportunities 

Organization Background

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian non-governmental organization 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 its 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 80 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 areas (PAs) in; Central, Luapula, and Eastern Provinces including Lusaka, where the Country Office is located.

We are looking for experienced, vibrant and self-starters to fill the following Positions:

LOGISTICS & PROCUREMENT OFFICER – Mansa,  Luapula Program Area (2 year Contract)

Position Description 

The Logistics & Procurement officer is a full Time position. He/She will be reporting to the Finance & Administration Coordinator and the Administration Manager. The Logistics & Procurement officer will be responsible for procuring goods and services efficiently, effectively and manage logistics and transport organization.

Responsibility: 

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

Individual Specifications: 

• 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 license

All applications close Friday 3^rd April, 2020. Please send an email to [email protected]. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.

All Applications should be addressed to;

The Country Human Resource Manager

Plan International Zambia

Private Bag 518X

Plot 87A Kabulonga road

Kabulonga.

LUSAKA.

We provide equality of opportunity and will not tolerate discrimination on any grounds. We foster an organizational culture that embraces and exemplifies our commitment to gender equality, girls’ rights and inclusion while supporting staff to adopt good practice, positive attitudes and principles of gender equality and inclusion.