Procurement Officer Recruitment at Chemonics International: Apply Now

Chemonics International is a global leader in international development, dedicated to creating transformative solutions in over 150 countries since its inception in 1975. Our commitment to development extends across multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, and economic growth. With a workforce of over 4,000 professionals worldwide, we strive to enhance global supply chains, ensuring the timely delivery of essential goods and services to those in need.

Job Opportunity: Procurement Officer

Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Project

The USAID Lagos Urban Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (LUWASH) Activity is currently in its third year of a five-year implementation plan. This initiative is designed to enhance water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in Lagos by achieving the following objectives:

• Strengthening financial, technical, and governance structures within the WASH sector.

• Implementing change management strategies to drive institutional development and expand service delivery.

• Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of public and private WASH service providers.

• Increasing access to safe and sustainable water and sanitation services for underserved households.

• Improving the quality of water sources and sanitation infrastructure.

To achieve these objectives, the project focuses on four key areas:

1. Strengthening governance and institutional frameworks for improved WASH services.

2. Enhancing service provider performance and sustainability.

3. Expanding access to reliable and safe water supply.

4. Promoting safe and sustainable sanitation practices.

Role Overview

Chemonics seeks a qualified Procurement Officer to support the procurement operations of the LUWASH project in Nigeria. The selected candidate will report to the Procurement Specialist and ensure that all procurement activities align with USAID regulations and Chemonics policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the procurement of project materials, equipment, and services in compliance with USAID and Chemonics regulations.

• Liaise with local, regional, and international vendors to secure competitive quotations and initiate procurements.

• Maintain and organize procurement records, ensuring completeness and compliance with documentation requirements.

• Prepare and process payment requests for procurement and subcontract-related transactions.

• Conduct assessments of hotels and service providers for potential blanket purchase agreements (BPAs).

• Provide regular procurement status updates to project staff.

• Assist in training project team members on procurement policies and procedures.

• Ensure all procurement activities align with U.S. Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Agency for International Development Acquisition Regulations (AIDAR).

• Assist in drafting and managing requests for proposals (RFPs) and requests for quotations (RFQs).

• Support the preparation of evaluation summaries and negotiation documentation.

• Maintain accurate procurement and subcontract tracking systems.

• Monitor vendor performance under BPAs and contracts.

• Assist in preparing procurement approval documentation for submission to USAID/Nigeria.

• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the Procurement Specialist.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.

• Minimum of four years of experience in procurement within donor-funded projects in Nigeria.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and strong analytical and writing skills.

• Previous experience with USAID-funded projects is preferred.

• Comprehensive knowledge of USAID procurement regulations.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team under tight deadlines.

• Fluency in English.

Position Duration

This is a long-term position based in Lagos, with an initial expected duration of at least one year. No relocation assistance is provided.

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their CV and cover letter (in PDF format) to nigeria-luwash-recruit@chemonics.com with the subject line "Procurement Officer."

Application Deadline: 11th February 2025

Important Notes

• Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

• No phone inquiries, please. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Chemonics International is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, nationality, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other non-merit factors.

• For applicants based in the European Union, please review our EU Recruiting Data Privacy Notice to understand how we process personal data.

Conclusion

By joining Chemonics, you become part of a team that is dedicated to driving sustainable development and making a global impact. Apply today and be a part of this transformative initiative!

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