Senior Coordinator, Procurement & Compliance - Ghana Programs Team

Lead procurement function ensuring timely, transparent, and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.

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Overview

Lead procurement function ensuring timely, transparent, and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.

You have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree or professional qualifications or certifications (e.g., ACCA, CA, CPA, CIPS level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply (or higher)) with demonstrated procurement experience are an advantage.
  • Minimum of 3 years’ progressive experience in procurement, supply chain management, or financial management within an international NGO, public sector, or private sector environment with a strong understanding of procurement compliance in donor-funded projects.
  • Strong knowledge of procurement planning, tendering processes, contract management, and supplier evaluation.
  • An understanding of local procurement laws and regulations is an additional advantage that will be strongly considered.
  • Proven experience in budget control, cost analysis, and financial compliance related to procurement.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience using procurement and financial management systems.
  • Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills with the ability to work across multiple teams and stakeholders.
  • High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to CHAI’s values and mission.
  • Some travel may be required.

Potential interview questions

Describe a time when you had to manage a complex procurement process. What challenges did you face? This question assesses your experience in managing complex procurement processes and how you handle challenges. Provide a specific example focusing on the process, challenges, and your actions.
How do you ensure compliance with procurement regulations and donor requirements? The interviewer wants to understand your approach to compliance in procurement activities. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of a successful negotiation with a vendor? What was the outcome? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What methods do you use to assess vendor performance? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a time when you identified a gap in procurement processes. What changes did you implement? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you stay updated with changes in procurement regulations? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use for capacity building in procurement teams? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you share your experience with budgeting and cost analysis related to procurement? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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