Procurement Specialist

Chemonics International seeks Procurement Specialist, Procurement Assistant, Civil Society Organizations Specialist and Training and Events Coordinator for its USAID-funded Palestinian Justice Enhancement Program that works to strengthen justice sector institutions and the rule of law in the West Bank and Gaza.

Responsibilities Include:
-Plan, prioritize and develop requests for quotations/proposals (RFQs/RFPs) and solicit quotations from vendors in compliance with USAID and Chemonics regulations and procedures.
-Develop RFQs/RFPs analysis forms and draft analysis and selection reports. Assist in the development of specifications of solicited supplies/services.
-Organize and maintain proper procurement filing.
-Manage vendor contracts/agreements/purchase orders.
-Supervise and train procurement assistant.
-Coordinate with finance to ensure proper documentation and timely payments to vendors/subcontractors
-Develop, plan, prioritize and track procurement schedules.
-Prepare all procurement documentation for USAID audits.
-Coordinate with Operations and Administration Director on vetting of vendors/subcontractors and other USAID and Chemonics compliance requirements.
-Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education, Qualifications, and/or Equivalent Experience:
-Minimum of BA degree in a relevant field.
-A minimum of 3 year of USAID experience in procurement position.
-Strong Arabic and English skills.
-Excellent computer, communication and negotiation skills.

Interested applicants please send a cover letter and curriculum vitae (resume) to

with the position title in the subject line, by Wednesday August 3, 2011. Application packages will be considered on a rolling basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview.