Job ID
42002

Job Title
Procurement Assistant

To work for
Oxfam Syria

Country
Syria

City
Damascus

Field of Work
Procurement/Logistics/Delivery

Job Type
Full time

Minimum Education Level
Baccalaureate

Responsibilities
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Procurement Operations:

Assist in the preparation of procurement plans, Purchase Requests (PRs), and Purchase Orders (POs) while ensuring compliance with Oxfam’s procurement guidelines.

Collect and organize quotations from suppliers, ensuring completeness and accuracy in documentation.

Maintain a tracker for all ongoing procurement activities to monitor status and deadlines.

Coordinate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services as per agreed terms.

Conducting field visits to the markets upon request to support the procurement process.
Documentation and Compliance:

Ensure proper filing and documentation of procurement processes, including supplier bids, evaluation sheets, and POs, following Oxfam’s standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Verify that all procurement documents meet donor and audit requirements before submission.

Support the Senior Procurement Officer in preparing waiver requests and justifications for single sourcing or exceptions.

Support the Procurement team in preparing payments and archiving process.
Supplier Management:

Assist in maintaining and updating the supplier database, including collecting, recording supplier registration documents, and vetting details.

Communicate with suppliers regarding order confirmation, delivery schedules, and any necessary clarifications.
Reporting and Coordination:

Compile and update weekly procurement reports for internal sharing with the Logistics and Program teams.

Assist in preparing reports required by Oxfam HQ or external donors related to procurement activities.

Coordinate with the Finance Department to ensure timely payments to suppliers.

Produce and submit regular progress and analytical stock, assets, equipment inventory, orders, vehicles and fuel consumption, and travel status reports as and when required.

Periodically assign report on Helios and inform management about the analysis of the results.
Capacity Building and Support:

Support field offices by responding to basic procurement queries and providing guidance on Oxfam’s procurement processes.
Job profile template– 31.05.2022
Verified on: 12/11/2024 By Line Manager: Supply and Logistics Manager

Participate in procurement training sessions to develop skills and awareness of Oxfam’s procurement policies and donor regulations
Other duties may be reasonably required in supporting the delivery of team objectives and outcomes.

Salary and Benefits
As per Oxfam Salary Scale

Required employees number
1

Posted On
Jan 29, 2025

Expiry Date
Feb 13, 2025

Photo
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CV Language
English