Procurement Assistant

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations - FAO

Consultant Closes 28 Jul 2026 5 days left

Overview

Provide procurement support services for FAO programmes and projects in Angola, ensuring compliance with FAO rules and regulations.


Key Responsibilities
  • Support the preparation, processing, and follow-up of procurement actions for goods, services, and works.
  • Preparation and issuance of solicitation documents and financial evaluation of bids.
  • Undertake the buyer function in conformity with FAO's rules and regulations.
  • Conduct market research and preliminary vendor sourcing.
  • Organize and participate in local tender opening panels and the Local Procurement Committee.
  • Participate in and conduct site inspections, bidders' conferences, and contract performance monitoring.
  • Maintain accurate procurement records, trackers, and filing systems.
  • Follow up with suppliers/service providers on delivery timelines and resolve routine procurement issues.
  • Assist in the preparation and monitoring of Procurement Plans.
  • Ensure timely and correct data entry in corporate systems.
  • Maintain the filing system and proper record-keeping concerning LoA functions.
  • Attend Tender Opening Panel and manage submissions as well as schedule and convene Local Procurement Committee meetings.
  • Undertake commercial and financial evaluation of offers and preparing commercial evaluation summary/tables.
  • Liaise with programme, finance, and logistics teams.
  • Support audit requests and ensure procurement documentation is complete and compliant.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Required Experience

Minimum of 4 years of experience in procurement, logistics, or administration, preferably within the UN system or an international organization.

Qualifications

University degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.

Other Details
Languages Required
Working knowledge of English and Portuguese.
Languages Preferred
Not specified
Contract Duration
11 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Not specified
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