Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, September 17 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
DT Global is shaping a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations. We work in partnership with local stakeholders to foster inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship. Our global team of 2,500 staff and experts work in over 90 countries to solve complex problems in the peacebuilding, governance, economic development, environment, and human development sectors. With a track record of technical excellence and more than 60 years of international development experience and relationships, we deliver innovative solutions that transform lives.

DT Global invites applications for the following positions for the Zambia Compact: Senior Procurement Specialist, Procurement Specialist, and Procurement and Office Assistant. The Compact/Program is funded by the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), an independent U.S. Government foreign aid agency, and the Republic of Zambia. The Program is expected to focus on strengthening physical, economic, and social infrastructure in road, finance and agricultural sectors. The expected duration of the Program is for a period of six years, and all positions are based in Lusaka, Zambia.
Senior Procurement Specialist
Duties and Responsibilities: The Senior Procurement Specialist will plan, manage, execute, and coordinate tasks related to the procurement of goods, services, and civil works for the Program. The Senior Procurement Specialist will provide advice on the procurement activities and provide contract administration services.

Qualifications and Experience:
• Minimum three years of experience working as a procurement, supply chain or logistics professional.
• Experience working with international development institutions’ procurement guidelines and procedures.
• Good understanding of best practices in procurement procedures.
• Experience in the development of procurement documents, i.e. bidding documents, evaluation reports, contracts, etc.
• Prior contract administration experience.
• Experience working on projects dealing with road as well as finance and agricultural sectors, is desirable.
• Proactive and quick learner; demonstrated ability to work on a team. Strong communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in procurement, business, law, economics, finance, or public administration.
• Fluency in English – reading, writing, and speaking.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint. Prior experience with SAP system is an added advantage.

Procurement and Office Assistant
Duties and Responsibilities: The Procurement and Office Assistant will provide secretarial support to the Procurement Agent Team. The Assistant will carry out day-to-day administration activities for smooth functioning of the project office and maintain petty cash.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Minimum five years of experience in office and administration support activities
• Previous procurement experience is desirable
• Basic knowledge of banking and cash management activities
• Strong communication skills and good team player
• Bachelor’s degree
• Good in English – reading, writing, and speaking
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Prior experience with SAP system is an added advantage.

Core Competencies:
TEAMWORK: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals. Participates in building a culture characterized by inclusion, trust and commitment.
COMMUNICATION: Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts professionally. Demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts.
ADAPTABILITY: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment.
CUSTOMER/CLIENT FOCUSED: Anticipates, monitors and meets the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate and responsive manner.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION: Conveys respect for diverse individuals and perspectives; models inclusive behavior and treats everyone fairly.
PROFESSIONALISM: Displays appropriate and ethical behavior, integrity and personal presentation in the workplace always; demonstrates respectful communication for others, both verbal and non-verbal.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
DT Global, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or national origin. DT Global, LLC prohibits discriminating against employees and job applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure
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• To apply for this job please visit lde.tbe.taleo.net.
• Call for Procurement Experts, Zambia
• Special Instructions: To apply for any of the below positions, please send your CV and cover letter with the applicable position title and Zambia in the Subject line (for example, Procurement Specialist – Zambia). Deadline for submitting the application is September 30, 2024.

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