Procurement & Logistics Assistant at Tingathe

Job Title: Procurement & Logistics Assistant

Organization: Tingathe

Website: www.tingathemalawi.org

Type: Full time

Location: Area 56, Mtandire (near Lumbe Road and Muzu Government Primary School), Lilongwe

Tingathe is a non-governmental organization that partners with peri-urban communities to build wealth that sticks. We work with young people, community leaders, women in small businesses, and school-going children to empower them with various skills that can enable them to thrive in their communities. Our vision is to create a society where the most vulnerable are equipped to transition out of poverty, build resilience, invest, and thrive.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining records of purchases, pricing, and other important data for Tingathe ‘s general operations
• Assist in reviewing and analyzing all vendors/suppliers, supply, and price options
• Assist in developing plans for purchasing equipment, services, and supplies
• Ensure the best value for money is achieved through competitive and transparent procurement processes
• Assist in maintaining and updating a list of suppliers and their qualifications, delivery times, and potential future development
• Work with team members and Finance & Admin Manager to complete duties as needed
• Assist in contributing to the growth of community programs
• Assisting in the development of new community engagement programs
• Assist in facilitating the process of procedural replacement of any lost, stolen, or missing assets
• Coordinating with and guiding the Tingathe team on asset usage and maintenance
• Assist in estimating and establishing cost parameters and budgets for purchases
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Requirements;

• Diploma in Procurement, Supply chain logistics, and public administration or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in procurement, preferably in an NGO or development program.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong passion for community development and empowerment.
• Fluency in English and Chichewa.
• Must be based in Lilongwe

Method Of Application

Interested candidates should submit a CV and cover letter giving the names and contact information of three referees. The cover letter and CV should be submitted no later than October 5^th, 2024, by 4:30 PM to [email protected] and [email protected]

Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged.

Tingathe is an equal-opportunity employer.