RTI is an independent organization dedicated to conducting innovative, multidisciplinary research that improves the human condition.
With a worldwide staff of more than 4,000 people, RTI offers innovative research and development and a full spectrum of multidisciplinary services. Universities in North Carolina founded RTI in 1958 as a centerpiece of the Research Triangle Park.
This position will be located in RTI’s Africa Regional Office in Kenya and will support RTI’s projects based in the Africa region.
As a member of the Regional Office procurement function the Procurement & Logistics Specialist position will act as a resource to ensure that all project purchases are made according to RTI regulations as well as aligned with strategic sourcing initiatives where global agreements/contracts are available
The day-to-day activities of this position encompass all aspects of supply chain management, from market research and supplier identification to logistics and post procurement support as well as identifying and developing Africa Region qualified suppliers for a broad range of commodities and services in support of project activities.
In addition, he/she will provide support in the administration of RTI’s procurement policies and procedures for the Africa projects which includes procurement oversight, review & and advise for the Regional Office procurement portfolio.
Requirements for this position are:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with at least three (3) years of related experience.
Knowledge of procurement/contracts principles and terminology as well as basics of contracts administration and finance or accounting.
Knowledge of, and experience with, the use and interpretation of regulatory material such as the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Agency Supplementary Regulations (especially various USAID regulations and policies), Code of Federal Regulations, and Uniform Commercial Code.
Experience working under USAID or DFID funded international projects and Working knowledge of sourcing and management of consultants and grants preferred.
Applicants must exhibit a flexible work attitude: the ability to work productively in a team environment within a matrix organization.
They must also be able to work well independently to meet unexpected demands.
This position requires travel outside Kenya for up to 20%. This position does not attract international allowances.
To Apply; please email cover letter and CV to hrapplications@nb.rti.org by 12th June, 2015
Applicants must include the POSITION TITLE in the subject line of their email.
Please do not attach copies of certificates.
We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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