MSH is seeking a Procurement Associate for a 5-year $25 million health systems strengthening (HSS) project in Liberia. The purpose of the USAID-funded Liberia Local Health Solutions (LHS) activity is to enhance the functions of the Liberian health system to sustainably deliver improved quality of health services that are responsive to the needs of the population. The activity will seek to achieve the following five expected results: (1) Strengthened decentralized health governance; (2) Improved quality of health services; (3) Sustainable health financing mechanisms implemented; (4) Increased transparency and accountability around health resources for improved service delivery; and (5) Local Liberian organizations successfully implement donor-funded health activities.
About the Role
The role of the Procurement Associate is to procure goods and services in compliance with MSH/Donor procurements policies and procedures. They prepare RFQ/RFP and, prepare and issue purchase orders and agreements, monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns, inspect, and evaluate the quality of purchased items and resolve shortcomings and analyze industry and demand trends and support senior management with the development and implementation of sourcing strategies. They maintain procurement data including procurement trackers, supplier list, and standards of goods and services, and ensure the effectiveness of procurement in a timely and cost-effective manner.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
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Bachelor's Degree in logistics, supply chain management or business
Experience:
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3 years post-degree experience of relevant and progressive experience in procurement and supply management
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A professional certificate in procurement or logistics will be an advantage
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Experience in a USG or donor-funded project or NGO preferred
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Experience in the use of ERPs like Quickbooks
Knowledge and Skills:
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
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Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills especially when working under pressure
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and business application software, purchasing, and resource planning systems
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Detail oriented
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Ability to work in a team-oriented environment while maintaining an individual workload
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Ability to work under pressure
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Planning and scheduling skills
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Good organizational skills
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Demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse staff, clients, and consultants
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Ability to work independently, take initiative, and ability to meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality
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Written and spoken proficiency in English
MSH is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, religion, creed, citizenship, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability unrelated to job requirements. MSH will take affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed and that employees are treated without regard to their race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran and disability status. In compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Executive Order 11246, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Readjustment Assistance Act, MSH has developed and maintains an affirmative action program and plan.
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