Sudan - Procurement Manager
Office of Development and Administration


Start Date: May 24, 2010
 Location 
 
 

Juba, South Sudan

 
 
 Background 
 
 

Creative Associates International, Inc. (Creative) is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, D.C., the firm has field presence in 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other clients including the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Defense. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

 
 
 Project Description 
 
 

Creative Associates International, Inc. (Creative) is seeking a Procurement Manager for an anticipated Department of State (DoS)-funded grants-based project to reinforce stability in transitional areas by working with South Sudanese local/regional governments to identify and address community needs.

 
 
 Position Summary 
 
 

The Procurement Manager will be responsible for the procurement and logistics/delivery of all necessary goods and services to implement small scale, quick impact, community level grants. S/he will develop and/or maintain service/contractual agreements necessary for the operation or implementation of the program. The Procurement Manager will develop and maintain efficient and cost effective procurement systems. S/he will assist the Finance Manager with the program budget and monitor against expenditures, including all service/contractual agreements. In addition, the Procurement Manager is responsible for ensuring purchasing compliance with all DoS and Creative rules and regulations, as well as host country laws. S/he will perform regular procurement system audits and regularly review and verify market prices for standard items. The Procurement Manager will report to the Deputy Program Manager.

 
 
 Required Skills and Qualifications 
 
 

  • Accredited university degree and/or relevant professional qualification;
  • Minimum of five years experience in procurement / logistics management including contracts and service agreements;
  • Thorough knowledge of FAR and DoS rules and regulations;
  • Budget construction and management experience;
  • Skilled in presenting complex budget and financial information;
  • Ability to work with diverse teams;
  • Ability to write and verbally communicate clearly and concisely;
  • Strong organizational and prioritization skills.

 
 
 Desired Skills and Qualifications 
 
 

  • Previous experience working in Sudan with transportation/logistics is desirable;
  • Experience working on DoS-funded projects;
  • Familiarity working with grant database systems;
  • Experience in conflict, post-conflict, or transitional state environments highly desirable;

 
 
 Application Instructions 
 
 To apply for this position, please complete and submit our simple on-line form, where you can upload your résumé and other documents.

 Only if you are unable to submit online, may you send your résumé and cover letter by e-mail to RMS@CreativeWorldWide.com with "Sudan - Procurement Manager CODE:PRP47903" on the subject line. Please note only finalists will be contacted. No phone calls please. Creative is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA). 

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