Overview
Background:
Creative Associates International is a dynamic, fast-growing global development firm that specializes in education, economic growth, democratic institutions and stabilization. Based in Washington, D.C., Creative has a field presence in more than 25 countries with a strong client portfolio that includes the U.S. Agency for International Development and the State Department, among others. Since its founding in 1977, Creative has earned a solid reputation among its clients and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.
Project Summary
The goal of this Activity is to improve the quality and sustainability of water and sanitation services for rural residents in Sikasso, Bougouni, and Koutiala Regions, including the underserved and most vulnerable, by building the capacity of key stakeholders to construct, maintain, and sustainably manage safe and reliable water and sanitation systems, as well as to develop and implement Commune-level Sanitation Strategic Plans.
Reporting & Supervision:
This position reports to the Director of Operations.
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for assisting with all facets of the day-to-day procurement requirements for an international project office. The scope of the position includes, but is not limited to, completing procurement-related paperwork, collecting quotations for goods and services, entering procurement information into the project database, managing inventory, conducting spot checks, completing inventory receipts and preparing payment requests.**Qualifications**
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in related field is required;
- Minimum of six (6) years of relevant work experience with at least four (4) years of procurement management experience in Mali;
- Experience working on USAID or similar internationally-funded?programs;
- Strong knowledge of donor procurement rules and regulations;
- Demonstrated ability to solve challenging and complicated logistical issues;
- Experience with budgeting and cost analysis;
- Strong ability to use and develop management and tracking systems; and
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in French and English.
National and Regional candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
Only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls, please.
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