Grants Procurement Officer – FHI360 عودة إلى الفرص

Job Title: Grants Procurement Officer

Location: Tunis, Tunisia

Band: KK

FHI 360 is a global development organization with a rigorous, evidence-based approach. Our professional staff includes experts in health, nutrition, education, economic development, civil society, environment and research. FHI 360 operates from 60 offices with 4,400 staff in the U.S. and around the world.   Our commitment to partnerships at every level and our multidisciplinary approach enable us to have a lasting impact on the individuals, communities and countries we serve–improving lives for millions.  

Position Summary: 

Supports activities related to the grants and platform procurement of materials, parts and equipment for the organization. Submits and processes purchase orders as authorized following policies and procedures for the procurement activities

Position Responsibilities: 

• Prepares, maintains, and reviews purchasing files, reports and price lists; 
• Assists with developing bid specifications;
• Reviews requisition orders to verify accuracy, terminology and specifications;
• Contacts suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries, resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries to ensure contract terms and organization’s needs are met;
• Approves bills for payment and calculates costs of orders and forwards invoices to appropriate accounts;
• Compares prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among suppliers;
• Interacts with internal and external customers to ensure purchasing activities within functional areas are met and comply with government regulations and organization’s procedures. 
• Analyzes quotations received, selects or recommends suppliers, and schedules deliveries. 
• Supervises preparation of orders and follows up to expedite delivery and shipment.
• Maintains documentation of purchase orders and verifies invoices for payment with accounting;
• Develops and maintains necessary records and files for efficient operation;
• Assists with developing and revising procurement operating procedures and policies as needed;
• Reports to the Procurement Specialist.
• Performs other duties as required.

Travel Requirements: 

• Less than 10%