Procurement Officer in Dnipro

Mercy Corps

  • Днепр
  • Постоянная работа
  • Полная занятость
  • 8 д. назад
Description :About Mercy Corps:Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.Now, and for the future.General Position Summary:The Procurement team (as part of Operational department) ensures timely, compliant, and transparent acquisition of goods and services to support Mercy Corps’ large-scale humanitarian programs. It operates within Mercy Corps’ Field Procurement Policies and Procedures and donor regulations to guarantee accountability and stewardship of resources. The Procurement Officer is responsible for overseeing procurement aspects of Mercy Corps’ operation and working closely with Program, Administration, Finance and Logistics. The Procurement Officer is instrumental in supporting program activities through their services.Essential ResponsibilitiesSafeguarding Responsibilities
  • Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work, including safeguarding risks and mitigations related to their area of work.
  • Practices the values of Mercy Corps including respecting the dignity and well-being of participants and fellow team members.
  • Encourages openness and communication in their team; encourages team members to submit reports if they have any concerns using reporting mechanisms e.g., Integrity Hotline and other options.
General
  • Coordinate and manage daily procurement activities across programs and operations.
  • Ensure full compliance with Mercy Corps’ procurement policies, formats, and documentation standards.
  • Facilitate procurement planning with Program, Finance, Administration, and Operational teams.
  • Guide staff in preparing clear purchase requests and supporting documents.
  • Collect quotations, bids, and proposals in line with Mercy Corps’ procurement standards.
  • Prepare and maintain thorough procurement documentation and audit-ready files.Provide training and technical support to staff on procurement compliance.
  • Support program teams with timely and cost-effective procurement solutions.
Other
  • Conduct oneself at all times, both professionally and personally, in a manner that upholds Mercy Corps’ values and does not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
  • Support procurement activities as required and directed by the Operations Lead.
  • Maintain a positive, proactive attitude and demonstrate respect and collaboration with all colleagues.
  • Contribute effectively within a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
Supervisory Responsibility NoneAccountabilityReports Directly To: Procurement ManagerWorks Directly With: Program, Finance, Administration, and Operational departments.Accountability to Participants and StakeholdersMercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts toward accountability, specifically to our program participants, community partners, other stakeholders, and to international standards guiding international relief and development work. We are committed to actively engaging communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.Minimum Qualifications & Transferable Skills
  • 2–3 years of experience in large-scale procurement.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
  • Proven ability to interact effectively with both international and national staff at all levels.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills in Ukrainian and English.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications, particularly advanced skills in MS Excel. Familiarity with the SAP Ariba system is considered an asset.
  • Demonstrated ability to multi-task and translate information into timely action to avoid delays in program implementation.
  • Capacity to work effectively within an ethnically diverse team and adapt to sensitive or challenging environments.
Success Factors:The successful Procurement Officer will coordinate procurement tasks to deliver successful programs while demonstrating excellent stewardship of donor funds and compliance with Mercy Corps and donor regulations. They will maintain strong cooperative relationships with other departments and interact effectively with international and national personnel both in a managerial and training capacity while demonstrating the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and process information in support of changing program activities. The most successful Mercy Corps staff members have a solid commitment to teamwork and accountability, thrive in evolving and changing environments and make effective written and verbal communication a priority in all situations.Living Conditions / Environmental ConditionsThe position is based in Dnipro and it requires up to 20% travel to support country programs, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited. Housing for this role is in individual housing and staff will have access to good medical services and the living situation is of a high standard. During the field trips living conditions will be adjusted to the field conditions.Ongoing LearningIn support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient, and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development.Team Engagement and EffectivenessAchieving our mission starts with how we build our team and collaborate. By bringing together individuals with a variety of experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives, we strengthen our ability to solve complex challenges and drive innovation. We foster a culture of trust and respect, where every team member is valued for their contributions, empowered to reach their full potential, and motivated to do their best work.We recognize that building a strong and effective team is an ongoing process, and we remain committed to learning, improving, and growing together.Equal Employment OpportunityMercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.Safeguarding & EthicsMercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the . By applying for this role an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employer’s sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding or trafficking policy. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct eLearning courses upon hire and on an annual basis.As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline (integrityhotline@mercycorps.org).Deadline for submission of applications: 09 September 2025Only pre-selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.People with disabilities and veteran status are welcome to apply.Important Notice: Mercy Corps never charges candidates any fees at any stage of the recruitment process. If you are asked to make a payment for a job opportunity claiming to be from Mercy Corps, it is a scam.All official communication from Mercy Corps will come from an @mercycorps.org email address. We do not contact candidates via Gmail, Yahoo, WhatsApp, or other unofficial channels.If you receive a suspicious job offer, please report it to us immediately.

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