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HANDICAP INTERNATIONAL

Vacancy Announcement for the post of Procurement Officer based in Colombo

Handicap International (HI), is an International Non-Government Organization has been working in Sri Lanka since mid-2004 specialising in the field of disability and development. A strong emphasis is placed on empowering people with disabilities through their integration into mainstream development activities and the provision of appropriate health and rehabilitation services to ensure equal opportunities for all. We are looking for an experienced Procurement Officer who will be based in Colombo.

SCOPE OF JOB:

Responsible for implementing management of the Supply Chain

Specific objectives:

• Making purchases in accordance with procurement procedures and plans
• Monitoring Purchase and Service Requests
• Carrying out or ensuring the physical management of stocks and storage facilities .
• Managing the local and regional transport of merchandise and customs clearance procedures
• Contribute to the logistical organisation of seminars and training for the programme .
• Contribute to the training of the project teams in purchasing tools and procedures .
• Analysing the local market and updating the supplier database .
• Ensuring the availability of information on procurements for donor reports

Knowledge and skills:

• Minimum of diploma or degree in Logistics or related subjects.
• Autonomous level of Managing the supply chain, Stock management, Local and international transport management, Management of customs clearance procedures.
• Be adaptable and flexible.
• Autonomous on basic functionalities: Operating System, Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to attend multiple tasks and perform at times under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude for teamwork. .
• Ability and proven proficiency in English and either Sinhala or Tamil or both.
• Work experience in logistics, preferably vvith an INGO/Disability sector is an added advantage

Handicap International is an equal opportunity employer and particularly welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and women

Interested candidates should forward their complete CV, and motivation letter with contact details to reach us on or before 9th January 2014 either by Post, Fax or E-mail. Please indicate the title of the post on top left hand corner of the Envelop or on subject bar.