Procurement Assistant

Position: Procurement Assistant 

Type: Full-time, On-site 

Location: Gaza, Palestine 

Salary: ILS 66,456 

Reporting to: Finance Manager  

Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP) is a leading UK charity dedicated to improving the health and dignity of Palestinians affected by conflict, occupation, and displacement. With a focus on the occupied Palestinian territory and Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon, we provide vital health and medical care to those in need, particularly in crisis zones like Gaza. As part of our commitment to meeting the growing needs of the communities we serve, we're expanding our team. 

MAP is seeking a Procurement Assistant to provide support to the Gaza team with the procurement necessary for the current and ongoing emergency response under the supervision of the Finance manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting daily procurement requests to ensure quality and efficiency, ensure that all procurement documents are digitally archived, support with enforcing compliance with legal and MAP standards, and managing purchase requests. 

Responsibilities include supporting the team with preparing tender procurement documents. Conducting procurement activities and assisting in price and technical analysis, collaborating with team members and vendors, analysing offers, and evaluating supply chain effectiveness. Furthermore, maintaining accurate records, support the team with procurement plans, submitting payment documentation, and performing additional duties as assigned are key aspects of the job. 

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The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or a related field is required, and will have professional experience in accounting principles and production.  Additionally, a strong understanding of financial principles is crucial, especially in analysing procurement budgets and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Proficiency in English and Arabic communication is necessary, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Please download the job description for more details. 

MAP has a zero-tolerance policy with regard to Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by MAP‘s personnel against the people they serve. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected candidates will be required to comply with MAP's PSEA Policy at all times. Selected candidates will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks against their past behaviour related to sexual exploitation and abuse, and may be required to provide additional information further on in the selection process.

Please send your CV and a cover letter using the following link: https://careers.map.org.uk  and apply using the “apply now function”. Your cover letter should explain how you meet the essential and desirable position requirements and why you feel you would be a suitable candidate for the role of Procurement Assistant.

NB: MAP reserves the right to close this advert before the confirmed closing date when we are in receipt of sufficient applications.      

We would therefore advise interested applicants to apply as early as possible. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful in shortlisting.