VACANCY TITLE: Procurement Officer
LOCATION: Rotterdam, Netherlands or Nairobi, Kenya
TERM: 1 year with possibility of extension
LEVEL OF EFFORT: Full time
ANTICIPATED START DATE: As soon as possible
APPLICATION DEADLINE: 05 April 2024
ABOUT GCA
The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) is an international organization with the vision of helping countries adapt to climate impacts. We will achieve this vision by working as a solutions broker to catalyse action and support for adaptation solutions, from the international to the local, in partnership with the public and private sector, to ensure we learn from each other and work together for a climate resilient future.
GCA is a fast-growing organisation with its headquarters in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, a Research and Innovation hub in Groningen and regional offices in Nairobi, Abidjan, Dhaka and Beijing. GCA’s global strategy is implemented under three pillars of Knowledge, Programs, and Advocacy.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Overview
This role is within the growing Finance & Operations Team and reports to the Sr. Director of Finance & Operations. As a Procurement Officer, you act as a central focal point for colleagues from all cross-functional teams and regional offices. You support and advise GCA teams in fulfilling their procurement needs in accordance with GCA policies, donor regulations and complying with applicable (EU) laws. To deliver the program strategy and implement projects, GCA teams need to frequently procure services and following the most appropriate procurement approach for each project is vital.
As Procurement Officer, you ensure timely release of tenders; provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders on the most effective and eligible procurement path; and oversee the performance of contracts. You support an efficient and effective procurement function, including the support of requestors throughout the procurement cycle.
Areas of Responsibility
2. Continuous Improvement
Formulate strategies and design innovative solutions to help in improving the current processes, policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement function.
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