Purchasing Assistant (SGIM)(G5)

International Atomic Energy Agency - IAEA

Staff Closes 13 Aug 2026 14 days left

Overview

Provides administrative support in procurement and administration to the Division to ensure effective operations and efficient use of funds. Provides day-to-day guidance to other staff on administrative matters related to purchasing.


Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare purchase requisitions for software, hardware, library subscriptions, shipping services, spare parts and any other goods or services.
  • Enter receipts of goods and services into the IAEA's Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning system (AIPS).
  • Serve as a focal point for the coordination of procurement activities within the Division.
  • Resolve discrepancies between quantities of goods or services ordered, received and invoiced.
  • Monitor the status of orders, purchase agreements, Special Service Agreements, framework agreements, software licences, rental agreements and maintenance agreements.
  • Coordinate the establishment of new and renewed agreements for the provision of goods or services by contractors.
  • Conduct low value purchasing, including identifying sources, obtaining bids, placing orders, obtaining confirmation of receipt, and forwarding invoices.
  • Act as a resource and focal point to staff of the assigned operational units in the use of AIPS.
  • Provide support and/or backup to administrative support staff in the Section/Division, when required.
Required Experience

Minimum of five years of experience in procurement and/or financial administration, preferably in an international organization.

Qualifications

Completed secondary education. Qualifications or training in accounting, finance, procurement or administration an asset.

Other Details
Languages Required
Excellent oral and written command of English and German in order to liaise with local suppliers and resolve issues.
Languages Preferred
Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) an asset.
Contract Duration
36 months
Work Modality
Not specified
Remuneration
Tax-free annual net base salary starting at EUR 59439 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), 6 weeks' annual vacation, pension plan and health insurance.
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