The Procurement Officer shall provide procurement support in all IDI procurement functions including both local and international purchases, covering a range of requirements from medical drugs, laboratory equipment and supplies, office supplies; IT related requirements, renovations, and service agreements among others.

Support in the preparation of specifications, terms of reference & statement of requirements in liaison with user departments.
Preparing and issuing Request for quotations or Request for Proposals
Initiate the evaluation of quotes and responses to bids and make appropriate recommendations to the procurement committee and users.
In liaise with stores staff, verify the delivered items for completeness of requested quantities and compliance with quality specifications.
Ensure safe custody and systematic filing of purchase orders, agreements and all relevant records.
Monitors contractor/vendor performance to ensure compliance with all terms and conditions.
Present evaluation reports to the Procurement Committee for consideration and award.
Take minutes of the procurement committee and secure approvals from respective approving authorities for the needs handled.
Prepare Purchase orders and agreements for the respective suppliers/providers using the available ERPs.
Work with the IDI managers and staff as part of an effective and collegial team to achieve IDI goals and objectives
In Liaison with the finance team, follow up vendor invoices to ensure timely payment.
Carry out any other assignments as may be allocated by the supervisor.