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Procurement & Logistics Officer
2025-07-14T08:50:55+00:00
Agency for Cross Border Pastoralists Development (APaD)
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FULL_TIME
 
Turkana
Turkana
00100
Kenya
Nonprofit, and NGO
Transportation & Logistics
KES
 
MONTH
2025-07-21T17:00:00+00:00
 
Kenya
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Procurement & Logistics Officer at Agency for Cross Border Pastoralists Development (APaD)

The Agency for Cross-Border Pastoralists Development (APaD) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Procurement and Logistics Officer to support the efficient acquisition of goods, services, and works, as well as ensure smooth logistical operations in line with APaD’s policies and donor requirements. The Officer will play a key role in supporting both program and operational teams in achieving timely, transparent, and value-for-money procurement and logistics processes.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement:

  • Coordinate the procurement of goods and services in accordance with APaD’s procurement policies and donor regulations.
  • Prepare and issue Request for Quotations (RFQs), bid analyses, and purchase orders.
  • Maintain an up-to-date procurement tracker, vendor database, and price catalogues.
  • Support tender processes, including the preparation of tender documents, facilitation of evaluation
  • committees, and documentation of procurement decisions.
  • Ensure accurate, complete, and compliant procurement documentation and filing for audit and donor review.
  • Liaise with program and operations teams to consolidate procurement plans and forecast needs.
  • Conduct regular market surveys to ensure competitive pricing and value for money.
  • Vet vendors and manage supplier performance and contract compliance.
  • Prepare and submit periodic procurement reports to management and donors.

Logistics:

  • Coordinate the delivery and distribution of procured goods to project sites, ensuring timely and accurate dispatch.
  • Monitor and track inventory, deliveries, and supplies to ensure effective stock and asset management.
  • Oversee transport and fleet management, including vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and fuel tracking.
  • Support the management of APaD stores and distribution points.
  • Ensure safety, security, and accountability in the handling and transportation of goods and equipment.
  • Provide logistical support for events, workshops, and field visits.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Professional certification such as CIPS or KISM membership is an added advantage.
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in procurement and logistics, preferably in an NGO or development setting.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement standards, logistics systems, and donor compliance requirements (e.g., USAID, EU, UN).
  • Experience in fleet and warehouse management, asset tracking, and logistical coordination.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and procurement/logistics software/tools.
  • Excellent negotiation, organizational, and planning skills.
  • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of the Turkana region and pastoralist operating contexts is desirable.
Procurement: Coordinate the procurement of goods and services in accordance with APaD’s procurement policies and donor regulations. Prepare and issue Request for Quotations (RFQs), bid analyses, and purchase orders. Maintain an up-to-date procurement tracker, vendor database, and price catalogues. Support tender processes, including the preparation of tender documents, facilitation of evaluation committees, and documentation of procurement decisions. Ensure accurate, complete, and compliant procurement documentation and filing for audit and donor review. Liaise with program and operations teams to consolidate procurement plans and forecast needs. Conduct regular market surveys to ensure competitive pricing and value for money. Vet vendors and manage supplier performance and contract compliance. Prepare and submit periodic procurement reports to management and donors. Logistics: Coordinate the delivery and distribution of procured goods to project sites, ensuring timely and accurate dispatch. Monitor and track inventory, deliveries, and supplies to ensure effective stock and asset management. Oversee transport and fleet management, including vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and fuel tracking. Support the management of APaD stores and distribution points. Ensure safety, security, and accountability in the handling and transportation of goods and equipment. Provide logistical support for events, workshops, and field visits.
 
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certification such as CIPS or KISM membership is an added advantage. At least 3 years of relevant experience in procurement and logistics, preferably in an NGO or development setting. Strong knowledge of procurement standards, logistics systems, and donor compliance requirements (e.g., USAID, EU, UN). Experience in fleet and warehouse management, asset tracking, and logistical coordination. Proficiency in MS Office and procurement/logistics software/tools. Excellent negotiation, organizational, and planning skills. High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Knowledge of the Turkana region and pastoralist operating contexts is desirable.
bachelor degree
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Vacancy title:
Procurement & Logistics Officer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Transportation & Logistics]

Jobs at:
Agency for Cross Border Pastoralists Development (APaD)

Deadline of this Job:
Monday, July 21 2025

Duty Station:
Turkana | Turkana | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, July 14 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Procurement & Logistics Officer at Agency for Cross Border Pastoralists Development (APaD)

The Agency for Cross-Border Pastoralists Development (APaD) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Procurement and Logistics Officer to support the efficient acquisition of goods, services, and works, as well as ensure smooth logistical operations in line with APaD’s policies and donor requirements. The Officer will play a key role in supporting both program and operational teams in achieving timely, transparent, and value-for-money procurement and logistics processes.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement:

  • Coordinate the procurement of goods and services in accordance with APaD’s procurement policies and donor regulations.
  • Prepare and issue Request for Quotations (RFQs), bid analyses, and purchase orders.
  • Maintain an up-to-date procurement tracker, vendor database, and price catalogues.
  • Support tender processes, including the preparation of tender documents, facilitation of evaluation
  • committees, and documentation of procurement decisions.
  • Ensure accurate, complete, and compliant procurement documentation and filing for audit and donor review.
  • Liaise with program and operations teams to consolidate procurement plans and forecast needs.
  • Conduct regular market surveys to ensure competitive pricing and value for money.
  • Vet vendors and manage supplier performance and contract compliance.
  • Prepare and submit periodic procurement reports to management and donors.

Logistics:

  • Coordinate the delivery and distribution of procured goods to project sites, ensuring timely and accurate dispatch.
  • Monitor and track inventory, deliveries, and supplies to ensure effective stock and asset management.
  • Oversee transport and fleet management, including vehicle scheduling, maintenance, and fuel tracking.
  • Support the management of APaD stores and distribution points.
  • Ensure safety, security, and accountability in the handling and transportation of goods and equipment.
  • Provide logistical support for events, workshops, and field visits.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Professional certification such as CIPS or KISM membership is an added advantage.
  • At least 3 years of relevant experience in procurement and logistics, preferably in an NGO or development setting.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement standards, logistics systems, and donor compliance requirements (e.g., USAID, EU, UN).
  • Experience in fleet and warehouse management, asset tracking, and logistical coordination.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and procurement/logistics software/tools.
  • Excellent negotiation, organizational, and planning skills.
  • High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of the Turkana region and pastoralist operating contexts is desirable.

 

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure
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Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents:

  • A cover letter
  • A detailed and up-to-date CV
  • Copies of academic certificates, professional certifications, and testimonials
  • Contact information for three professional referees
  • Applications should be sent via email, addressed to the Human Resource Officer. The email subject line should clearly indicate the position being applied for.  The deadline for submission is 21st July 2025, at 5:00 PM EAT (Close of Business).

 

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Job Info
Job Category: Logistics/ Transportation/ Procurement jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Monday, July 21 2025
Duty Station: Turkana | Kenya
Posted: 14-07-2025
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 14-07-2025
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 21-07-2025
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