NRC Ukraine is looking for a national Logistics Officer (Procurement) to support the effective operation of the NRC Ukraine Logistics Team and related programme activities by implementing sound procurement practices in accordance with NRC’s policies and procedures and relevant donor guidelines.

How you will support: 

• Ensure adherence to NRC policies, handbooks, guidelines, SOP’s and donor requirements
• Implement delegated procurement function portfolio according to Plan of Action
• Conduct and follow up daily operational procurement activities
• Support the administration of resources so that deliverables are achieved within set budgets, timelines and standards
• Prepare and develop procurement reports as required by Country/Area office
• Support in development of SOPs as requested
• Ensure proper filing of all support documents
• Promote and share ideas for improvement of the procurement function

Qualifications needed to support the programme:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 3 years’ previous work experience in Logistics, Procurement, Purchasing, or Administration
• Previous experience from working with a local NGO or international NGO (an advantage)
• Previous experience from working in a humanitarian/recovery context (preferred)
• Good working knowledge of English both written and spoken
• Good working knowledge of MS Office (MS Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Valid driver’s license
• Familiarity with the principles of humanitarian procurement and donor funding guidelines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good diplomacy and negotiating skills
• Service minded, with strong problem solving, organisational, and planning skills
• Good cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Experience working in multi-cultural office environments
• Highly approachable, trustworthy and confidential
• Excellent attention to detail

We highly encourage you to learn more about the role: please review the detailed Job Description here.

What Makes This Position Attractive?

• The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organisation helping people forced to flee. The organisation protects displaced people and supports them as they build a new future. The organisation began relief efforts after World War II, and today, works in both new and protracted crises across more than 40 countries.
• Meaningful work that responds to the diverse needs, priorities, and concerns raised by beneficiary communities. NRC Ukraine meets immediate humanitarian needs, prevents further displacement, and contributes to durable solutions.

What We Offer

• Duty station: NRC Country Office – Kyiv
• Contract duration: Employment contract – till 31 Dec 2023.
• Travel: 10%
• Salary/benefits: According to NRC salary scale, terms and conditions.
• Closing Date: 17.05.2023
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. In the selection of our staff, we are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Key Information – Please Take Note When Applying

• Learn more about NRC here and NRC Ukraine
• To apply as an internal candidate, please click on the suitcase icon “I am an employee” on the top right of the page to be redirected to NRC’s internal career site.
• Apply by completing all the system-required fields of your experience, employment history, and education in your application.
• Ensure to attach your latest CV.
• Submit your application and CV in English.
• When creating your profile, include your full name as per your passport.
• Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered.
• Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.