Procurement Assistant
Economic Commission for Africa · ADDIS ABABA · Apply by October 22, 2026
About this role
Result of Service The Procurement Assistant is expected to assist requisitioning units on the full range of Procurement issues, providing support and guidance at all stage of the procurement cycle. Prepare and distributed solicitations and managed all aspects of the process until the case file is duly closed, including payments for Goods and Services delivered. Work Location ECA Expected duration 9 months Duties and Responsibilities Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Procurement and the overall direction of the Chief of Section, the Individual Contractor will be responsible for the following duties: • Reviews, records and prioritizes complex purchasing requests and obtains additional information/documentation as required; provides assistance to requisitioners in preparing scope of work and specifications of goods and services; proposes product substitutions consistent with requirements to achieve cost savings; determines the availability of funding sources. • Identifies and recommends sources of procurement; interview potential suppliers; produces tender documents (e.g. Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotation) based on…