ThaiNGO

Procurement Officer– Chiang Mai, Thailand

The Opportunity

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) requires implementing partner support to establish and manage the Community Resilience Program (CRP).This program is based in Chiang Mai, Thailand to support activities that will sustain and strengthen community resilience in the region.

This is a full-time position based in Chiang Mai.

About the Role

Crown Agents is seeking a Procurement Officer manage the procurement system, execute any procurement processes, and implement all approved procurement policies and procedures and procedures in coordination with program, procurement, and finance and administration personnel.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain asset and inventory registry, including equipment allocation and maintenance, and disposition of assets in accordance with Crown Agents and USAID regulations;
• Execute procurement process of goods and services for operations and program activities;
• Respond to procurement requests from the program staff related to supplies, materials, and other items for program beneficiaries and activities.
• Issue bid invitations and RFQs.
• Ensure all procurements are fully and transparently documented through purchase requests, purchase orders, request for quotation, Comparative Statements, Bid Analysis, Invoices and Delivery Reports;
• Ensure all procurements are done in timely and cost-effective manner, and at the best value possible, while maintaining product quality;
• Manage and maintain procurement tracking log and associated systems and ensure accuracy of information;
• Review procurement documentation and check for accuracy and compliance with Crown Agents & USAID policies and procedures;
• Maintain a database of good, reliable suppliers for different categories of supplies, services, and good; · Maintain a proper procurement filing system for bids and tenders;
• Any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field required;
• Minimum three (5) years of experience working with procurements and acquisition processes on donor funded projects required;
• Experience maintaining professional relationships with local counterparts, beneficiaries, contractors, and suppliers;
• Strong organizational and attention to detail skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong communication skills as well as proactive problem-solving abilities independently and with teams, a strong service orientation, and inter-personal skills, self-awareness, and emotional intelligence; · Ability to work independently and within a team to meet deadlines;
• Ability to work effectively and harmoniously under pressure in a stressful environment and with colleagues from different cultural and professional backgrounds;
• Strong written and verbal communication in English and Thai.

Application Process

Please send your CV in English to Chris Grogan at the following email address:- Recruitment@CRPrograms.com

Chris Grogan

Interim Human Resources Manager

Community Resilience Programme