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At Education Development Trust, we improve school systems at scale; we partner with governments around the world to help turn ambitious, visionary education policy into reality. We invest annually in our programme of education research and this evidence underpins our work and informs policy and practice around the world. We have a long-established presence in Africa – running programmes since 1992 – and have worked with a range of governments, donor agencies and partners to improve education across the continent, providing short-term, expert consultancy and delivering long-term, national education programmes.
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About the role
Education Development Trust is looking for a Procurement and Logistics Officer to lead and manage all procurement and logistics activities on our new education and skills programme in Ethiopia. The programme will strengthen the relevance and quality of secondary education to ensure the successful transition of secondary students to tertiary education or the world of work by equipping them with relevant skills, knowledge and attitude through enhanced implementation of the competency-based curriculum.
The Procurement and Logistics Officer will lead and manage all procurement and logistics activities on the programme, ensuring compliance with organizational and donor policies, value for money, and efficient support to programme delivery. The role will be pivotal in enabling the programme’s objectives of equitable access, inclusion, and effective resource management.
Job Objectives:
Procurement:
• Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring competitive and
transparent procurement processes.
• Prepare and manage procurement plans, purchase orders, tender documents, and supplier
contracts in compliance with organizational and donor requirements.
• Convene and serve as secretary to the Tender Committee, ensuring robust bid analysis and
recommendations.
• Maintain and regularly update supplier databases, conduct supplier prequalification, and
monitor supplier performance.
• Ensure timely processing of procurement requests, invoices, and payments, maintaining a clear
audit trail.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of procurement policies and
procedures, and train project staff in procurement best practices.
Person Specification:
Knowledge
- Essential: First Degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or
related field. - Strong understanding of procurement and logistics procedures, preferably in an NGO or donor funded environment.
- Knowledge of ERP systems and procurement software
Experience
- Significant demonstrated experience in procurement and logistics on a donor funded education
or development programme - Demonstrated competence in managing procurement cycles, supplier relationships, and
logistics operations. - Experience establishing and maintaining office systems and procedures.
• Excellent organizational, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to organizational values.
• Team player with a collaborative approach and strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant procurement/logistics software.
• Commitment to safeguarding, gender equity, and inclusion.
Key Qualifications
- Strong understanding of procurement and logistics procedures on a donor funded education or development programm
- Knowledge of ERP systems and procurement software
- Experience in managing procurement cycles, supplier relationships, and logistics operations.
- Experience establishing and maintaining office systems and procedures.
Benefits include
- Competitive salary
- Medical insurance for employee and family
- Provident Fund contribution
- Transport Allowance
Please apply by clicking on the link below and completing the application form by the 5th January. The programme will begin mobilisation in January
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. We particularly encourage women and individuals from underrepresented groups to apply
How To Apply
Please note that we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis and may decide to close the vacancy before the deadline.
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Please note, we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and reserve the right to close our vacancies early.