Procurement & Logistics Officer (Maternity leave cover)
USAID/Vietnam Learns Contract
Hanoi, Vietnam
Apply here:
https://chp.tbe.taleo.net/chp02/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=SOCIIMPA2&cws=1&rid=3132 [1]
Project Objective:
SI is implementing the new USAID/Vietnam Learns Contract. The scope of the five-year project is to support USAID/Vietnam staff and partners to implement more efficient, effective, and transparent programs by improving: (1) USAID and IP’s capacity to achieve expected results; (2) USAID’s understanding and tracking of project performance; and (3) Collaboration, Learning, and Adapting (CLA).
Position Description:
SI is seeking a full-time short-term Procurement & Logistics Officer to conduct all aspects of procuring goods and services for the project’s office according to USAID and SI regulations. The Procurement & Logistics Officer will also coordinate and ensure the provision of logistical and administrative support for all project activities. Thisis a 6 months contract for maternity cover.
**Please Note: This is a local position.
Only Vietnamese citizens will be eligible to apply.**
Responsibilities:
- Conduct procurement activities on the project, follow-up on procurements, and ensure compliance with relevant procedures.
- Plan and support all logistics for monitoring activities, evaluation activities, and other project activities.
- Ensure smooth operations by coordinating with translators, interpreters, venues, caterers, suppliers, activity-specific logisticians, etc.
- Mobilize personnel and consultants by arranging travel and lodging.
- Maintain and update the project’s meeting rooms calendar.
- Collaborate with technical and programmatic Vietnam Learns project staff SI-HQ to draft contracts with vendors and service providers.
- Draft Requests for Quotations/Proposals, coordinate proposal reviews and write selection memos in accordance with USAID and SI policies.
- Foster and manage all relationships with vendors and service providers and ensure compliance with the terms of their contracts or service agreements.
- Other responsibilities, as determined by the Director of Finance & Administration.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree.
- A minimum of three years of experience serving in a related position, overseeing logistics and procurement for an international development project.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
- Experience in conducting comparative cost analyses.
- Demonstrated knowledge of USAID procurement rules and regulations.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to organize, manage, prioritize, and follow through on multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Strong work ethic and the ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
- Experience in negotiating vendor contracts (including price levels, terms of delivery, etc.) preferred.
- Proficient oral and written communication skills in English are required.
- Coursework and certification in book-keeping or other financial management preferred.
- Available to start work in June 2020, preferred.
The closing date for application: June 7, 2020. Selection and interview will be performed constantly and interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
To learn more about Social Impact, please visit our website: http://www.socialimpact.com [2]. SI is an EEO/AA/ADA Veterans Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please, no phone calls.