Temporary Procurement specialist

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation (EGPAF) is on a mission to create a world where no mother, child, or family is devastated by HIV and AIDS, and we are making an impact. We are a proven leader in the global fight to end HIV and AIDS, and an advocate for every child to live a full and healthy life into adulthood. For more than 30 years, EGPAF has been a leader in meeting urgent needs in pediatric HIV and AIDS in the world’s most affected regions. We carry out our values of passion, innovation, teamwork, leadership, integrity, excellence and equity every day, while maximizing our impact in the communities we serve. EGPAF currently supports national, district, and local governments, facilities, communities, and non-governmental partners. In 2020, EGPAF’s global footprint spans 15 countries. To date, EGPAF has supported over 15,000 sites to offer HIV counselling, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment services alongside high-quality family health care. Join us on our fight for an AIDS-free generation!

EGPAF has worked in Malawi since 2001. Today, EGPAF Malawi implements evidence-based HIV prevention, care and treatment interventions in 177 health facilities in nine districts through EGPAF’s U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief/U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (PEPFAR/CDC) - funded Achieving HIV Epidemic Control through Scaling Up Quality Testing, Care and Treatment in Malawi.

Purpose of Post:

The Temporary Procurement Specialist is to strategically guide and lead the procurement function through all stages of the procurement cycle, from procurement planning through to execution in close coordination with the Contracts Specialist for execution and payments. The  Temporary Procurement Specialist will be accountable for a thoroughly documented, compliant, expeditious, effective, transparent, ethical and accountable procurements on behalf of the Foundation.

Oversees:  The Temporary Procurement Specialist will oversee a team of Procurement and Contract Officers who will be responsible for executing the processes and tasks related to procurement and contract execution.

Collaborates with: Contracts Specialist, Finance Manager, Regional Operations Manager and Programs/ Project Managers

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Develop and execute Procurement Strategy and Plan

• Lead in the design, development, and implementation of a procurement strategy that speaks relevantly to the macroeconomic operating environment in Malawi and the programmatic requirements. Responsible for market intelligence to identify and offset emerging supply chain risks through the identification of alternative competitive sources of supply.
• Develop a comprehensive, realistic, dependable consolidated annual procurement plan with input from key departments that sets in motion the procurement process of commodities and services minimizing ‘ad hoc’ and sporadic procurements, and capitalizing on economies of scale through consolidation of similar procurements. Ensure continuous review and updated procurement plan to reflect the status of requirements.
• Establish coordination processes to work seamlessly and collaboratively with other operations departments as well as programs in procurement execution to ensure an integrated internal controls framework, enabling consultative, transparent, technically proficient and compliant procurement decisions.

Procurement Execution

• Establishes and maintains a system for procurement, ensuring that accurate and detailed specifications are submitted in writing prior to initiation of the procurement process, seeking clarification where it is ambiguous so as to avert the procurement of incorrect commodities.
• Leads in the solicitation of quotes or proposals in line with the Foundation’s internal policies and procedures and donor guidelines in a fair, transparent, ethical, and accountable manner.
• Prepare and review supplier evaluations/bids analysis, requests for awards, purchase orders, contracts for services and other procurement documents, ensuring strict adherence to applicable procedures, and accuracy and completeness of procurement supporting documents.

Procurement Compliance and Documentation

• Accountable for a thorough understanding of and compliance; with government, organizational and donor rules and regulations

• Responsible for all documents and donor prior approvals are obtained, completed, and filed for EGPAF’s procurement activities in line with USG and EGPAF regulations and approved budgets.
• Accountable for maintenance of complete, accurate and audit-trail procurement files to give the flow of the entire procurement process including clarifying notes as needed.
• Accountable for timely disclosure and documentation for process deviations or potential procurement risks. Responsible to seek guidance from the relevant support section.

Procurement Monitoring for Organizational effectiveness 

• Foundation procurement data systems and disseminate complete, accurate and relevant monthly procurement reports on user-friendly, standardized templates to support project management decision-making.
• Lead in the use of Foundation designed templates and tools, checklists.

Staff Management & Supervision

• Ensure development, update and adherence to Procurement policies and procedures within supervised employees
• Build staff capacity within the chain of command.
• Conduct performance appraisals for Procurement staff and ensure relevant and up-to-date job descriptions.
• Promote learning and development amongst Procurement staff through on-job training, mutually agreed upon professional development courses/tuition and coaching, and generally motivate staff to improve performance
• Model best practices, work ethics, skills, knowledge and integrity to the Procurement team.

Regional Sub Office Support

• Serve as the second-line supervisor for Procurement staff in Foundation sub-offices in Malawi.  In collaboration with the first line manager ensure the sub-office staff are up-to-date on global policies, procedures, processes, etc.  Ensure appropriate professional development for sub-office staff and participate in all performance-related tasks for these staff (interviews, work planning, appraisals, etc.). Conduct spot check on their works and identify areas for further support.
• Liaise with Regional Office Procurement Staff to ensure standard P&L policies and procedures are implemented in each office.
• Conduct Trainings and Meetings with Procurement Staff to build capacity and understanding of Procurement activities.
• Conduct visits to Field Offices to assist with implementation of Procurement activities and build capacity and understanding of staff.

Other Responsibilities

• Liaise with EGPAF HQ and Regional departments as needed to enhance efficiency, effectiveness and compliance.
• Updates and disseminates knowledge by studying existing and new regulations, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications and maintaining personal networks
• Ensure continuous innovations, adoption of best practices and regular reviews of procurement operations for optimal efficiency.
• Recommend any additional Procurement procedures/guidelines to the Associate Director of Operations for review, approval and adoption.
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement & Supply Chain Management/Full CIPS required/equivalent. Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Experience working with an international non-profit organization
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement.

Bonus points:

• Thorough knowledge of U.S. Government procurement regulations and policies.
• Firm and forthright in making correct procurement decisions.
• Extensive knowledge of the local, regional and international sources of supply.
• Strong mentorship and capacity building skills.
• Effective supervisory skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Impeccable integrity.
• Organised and results oriented.
• A demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Strategic thinker.
• Excellent computer skills, Microsoft Suite (Windows Word Processing, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, Outlook)

 

 

As a global, multinational, and multicultural organization, EGPAF believes that diversity in the workplace enriches our work and enhances our impact and effectiveness. We believe that employees have the right to work in a climate of mutual respect and integrity that promotes dignity and respect for all, and that enables them to reach their full potential. EGPAF is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to country law requirements, EGPAF complies with US laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the Foundation has facilities.

The Foundation does not charge any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to pay a fee, please contact our hotline by phone (US: dial toll free 888-225-1429; all other countries: collect 770-776-5674), or online (www.reportlineweb.com/pedaids).