Pathfinder International is seeking a Procurement Intern to support procurement operations in the country office in Dar es Salaam. This procurement internship provides an opportunity for candidates interested in procurement jobs, supply chain management careers, and procurement and logistics internships in Tanzania.

The Procurement Intern will work under the supervision of a Procurement Officer and assist with procurement processes, vendor coordination, purchase orders, invoice processing, tender communication, and procurement record management. The role requires strong organizational skills, communication abilities, and knowledge of procurement procedures and supplier management.

This internship is suitable for candidates searching for Procurement Intern jobs in Dar es Salaam, supply chain internships, procurement and supplies management jobs, and entry-level procurement opportunities in Tanzania.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Process

Track requests from procurement plans and remind users to submit requests on time
Generate purchase orders
Track purchases and ensure timely delivery of goods and services
Submit invoices to finance on time
Resolve invoice issues to support timely supplier payments
Provide timely feedback to internal stakeholders and suppliers
Provide tender award and rejection notifications to suppliers
Negotiate purchases to achieve value for money and cost savings

Documents Maintenance

File procurement physical documents
Receive and archive vendor samples

Internal Relationship Building and Procurement Compliance

Communicate and train stakeholders on procurement policy requirements
Raise awareness on the importance of creating approved purchasing requisitions before procurement inquiries

Requirements / Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Procurement and Supply Chain Management or related field

Job-Specific Competencies

Foundational knowledge of purchasing commodities, computer hardware, software, materials, equipment, services, and supplies
Advanced knowledge of procurement processes
Foundational knowledge of purchasing applications
Ability to maintain vendor relationships

Organizational Competencies

Proven ability to use local language and English language
Foundational knowledge of MS Office applications including MS Word and MS Outlook
Advanced oral and written communication skills
Advanced customer service skills
Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and multitask with minimal supervision
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
Strong attention to detail and stress management skills in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Not specified

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official application link provided in the original job advertisement.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

Pathfinder International provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

Pathfinder International is committed to safeguarding and protecting employees, partners, children, young people, and communities. The organization maintains zero tolerance for abuse, harassment, bullying, and exploitation. Employment is subject to legally permitted vetting and safeguarding checks.

Application Deadline

Not specified

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