Procurement officer at PSI Tanzania

PSI Tanzania (Population Services International) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of Tanzanians through innovative, evidence-based solutions. Operating since 1993, PSI Tanzania focuses on a wide range of public health issues, including sexual and reproductive health, malaria prevention, maternal and child health, and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH).

PSI Tanzania is hiring! We are seeking passionate and dedicated individual to join our team in improving public health across the country. If you are looking to make a difference in communities through innovative health solutions, check out our available positions.

Position: Procurement Officer

Ensure that PSI procures the right products and services at the right time, quantity, and price by following PSI policies and procedures.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Procurement of various goods and services for the organization.
• Ensure that purchase requisitions have been correctly converted into purchase orders in a timely manner.
• Evaluate quotations from local suppliers, compile comprehensive bid analysis, and ensure approval by respective signatories and budget holders prior to preparing orders.
• Follow up with supplies and update user divisions/departments about the status of their orders to ensure awareness.
• Ensure that the approved purchase order has been sent to the supplier.
• Follow up on the VAT exemption certificate.
• Manage vendor relations and vendor performance issues in respective areas.
• Ensure that procurement records are well maintained and

Education Background

• Degree in procurement/supply chain or any related field
• Registration with the Board of Procurement and Supplies Professionals and Technician Board (PSPTB)
• Experience in procurement of not less than two years
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in both English and Swahili.

How to apply

Application for the position must include a cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the listed requirements. Detailed curriculum vitae showing contact address, email, and daytime mobile phone number(s) and three (3) referees, ONE being your last employer.

The application will be considered valid if sent/received before 1700 hrs on Monday, 30th December, 2024. Please note that only shortlisted candidates meeting the above requirements will be contacted. Send your application to recruitment@psi.or.tz in MS Word or PDF file. Indicate the name of the position on the subject line of your email.