The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
Job Overview
The Supply Chain Assistant will report to the Senior Supply Chain Officer to support the efficient and compliant management of procurement, logistics and asset management processes. This ensures timely acquisition and delivery of goods and services while adhering to internal policies, donor regulations, and value-for-money principles. Working closely with program, finance, and field teams, the Supply Chain Assistant contributes to uninterrupted program implementation by maintaining accurate documentation, tracking procurement plans, coordinating vendor communications, and supporting inventory and asset control. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
• The implementation or maintenance of standard IRC procurement policies and procedures.
• Ensuring that procurement is carried out in accordance to IRC and donor-specific polices.
• Attend all the procurement committee meetings.
• Coordination with Finance, Admin and program departments to ensure integrated internal controls, timely payment of vendors and full, auditable support documentation.
• Ensuring that a transparent and responsive procurement process is implemented and maintained.
• Routine communication, coordination and planning with the relevant requesting staff / programs regarding the order and delivery of supplies.
• Ensuring that all Supplies, services and equipment required are delivered in time.
• Establishment and maintenance of ethical, professional working relationships with suppliers.
• Maintain supplier information for regularly purchased items and be informed of current local market conditions.
• Support and provide the appropriate trainings for procurement and program staff as required.
• Advise the Field Manager on procurement-specific issues or improvements.
• Any other duties or tasked delegated by Field Manager.
Experience, Education and Technical competencies
• Degree or Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management.
• 2 years' working experience performing similar duties.
• Strong sense of personal integrity and commitment.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.
• Team spirit and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of generic Supply Chain Management systems and forms.
• Competent in spoken and written English.
• Good mathematical skills.
• Competent in computer use and maintenance.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis
Deadline for receiving applications is 23rd July 2026.
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
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Skills Required
- Degree or Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management
- 2 years' working experience performing similar duties
- Knowledge of generic Supply Chain Management systems and forms
- Competent in computer use and maintenance
- Competent in spoken and written English
- Good mathematical skills
- Attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Strong personal integrity and commitment
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational and time management skills
- Team spirit and problem-solving abilities
What We Do
The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian organization that provides emergency relief, health care, and support to refugees and people affected by conflict and disaster.
