FAO Procurement Assistant Jobs 2021 – Zimbabwe NGO Jobs. FAO Zimbabwe looking for “Procurement Assistant“. Applicants with a degree in Secondary School Education may apply on or before October 02, 2021.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and food security. Its Latin motto, fiat panis, translates to “let there be bread”. It was founded in October 1945.
FAO Procurement Assistant Jobs 2021
The FAO has published a job vacancy announcement on September 18, 2021 for qualified Zimbabwe’s to fill in the vacant post of Procurement Assistant to be based in Harare, Zimbabwe.
| Recruiter | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations |
| Position | Procurement Assistant (General Roaster) |
| Location | Harare, Zimbabwe |
| Country | Zimbabwe |
| Total Vacant Post | N/A |
| Qualification | Secondary School Education |
| Experience Required | Minimum Three years |
| Application Deadline | October 02, 2021 |
FAO Job Vacancy 2021
Tasks and responsibilities:
- Review and prepare routine documentation and correspondence related to assigned procurement actions, including, but not limited to: identification of potential suppliers , preparation of invitations to bid, bid summaries, purchase orders and/or contract, simple contractual amendments, renewals; obtain clarifications when necessary;
- Follow-up on purchase orders and contracts: monitor receipt of order confirmation, shipment and receipt of goods and services, receipt of performance bonds or other necessary documentation;
- Review invoices of incoming goods, transportation services and custom’s clearance fees for accuracy; bring to the supervisor’s attention any discrepancies which may arise, prior to processing the payment;
- Report on the status of procurement actions;
- File documents and correspondence and database records related to procurement actions, assigned tenders, purchase orders and contracts;
- Run periodic reports, taking action as requested;
- Ensure data input into systems as accurate;
- Review with the supervisor problems and discrepancies related to assigned actions;
- Perform other related duties as required.
Position in Organization:
- Job Posting: 17/Sep/2021
- Closure Date: 02/Oct/2021, 3:29:00 AM
- Organizational Unit: FRZIM
- Job Type: Non-staff opportunities
- Type of Requisition: NPP (National Project Personnel)
- Grade Level: N/A
- Primary Location: Zimbabwe-Harare
- Duration: Variable
- Post Number: N/A
Qualification:
- Secondary School Education. A University Degree in Purchasing and Supply Management, Procurement or related field will be an added advantage.
Experience
- At least three (3) years of relevant work experience in procurement, administration support work and/or accounting.
- Working knowledge (Level C) of English
- Zimbabwe Nationality or resident in the country with a regular work permit.
Technical/Functional Skills
- Very good knowledge of the corporate computerized financial / travel / human resources systems.
- Good knowledge of procurement regulations and procedures.
- Good knowledge of the MS Office package, Internet and office technology equipment.
- Good knowledge of FAO’s administrative policies and procedures.
Additional Information
- FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
- Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you need help please contact: Careers@fao.org
- Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
- Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
- For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
How to Apply FAO Procurement Assistant Jobs 2021
- To apply, visit the recruitment website at Jobs at FAO and complete your online profile.
- Only applications received through the recruitment portal will be considered
- Candidates are requested to attach a letter of motivation to the online profile.
- If you need help, or have queries, please contact: Careers@fao.org
| Particulars | Details Link |
| Job Advertisement | Download |
| Official Website | www.fao.org |
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