Supply Chain Casual Worker (Market Analysis) - Maiduguri

Support the Supply Chain Unit in conducting market analysis and price verification.

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Application deadline 1 month ago: Friday 15 May 2026 at 21:59 UTC

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Overview

Support the Supply Chain Unit in conducting market analysis and price verification.

You have:

  • Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, Economics, or related field.
  • At least 1–2 years of experience in market analysis, price verification, or market assessments, preferably within NGOs, INGOs, or humanitarian/development contexts.
  • Demonstrated experience in collecting and analyzing market price data for goods and services in support of procurement or program implementation.
  • Strong data collection and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data entry.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Contract

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Position Title: Casual Worker – Supply Chain Market Analysis Department: Supply Chain Location: Maiduguri Reporting to: Supply Chain Team Leader

Objective

To support the Supply Chain Unit in conducting regular and systematic market analysis, maintaining updated price lists, and ensuring all procurement activities are backed by reliable market data.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular market surveys for goods and services across assigned categories.
  • Collect, verify, and analyze price information from multiple sources, including local vendors, retailers, online platforms, other NGOs and existing supplier networks within the Geographical Location.
  • Support the development and updating of standardized price lists.
  • Utilize approved market analysis templates for all assignments.
  • Ensure all market analysis documentation is properly compiled.
  • Assist in validating Purchase Requisition (PR) unit costs against current market prices.
  • Liaise with vendors and suppliers to obtain quotations and market intelligence.
  • Maintain organized records of all collected data for audit and reference purposes.

4. Deliverables

  • Updated market price database on a regular basis.
  • Completed market analysis reports using standard templates.
  • summary reports highlighting price trends and variances.

5. Duration

The engagement will be based on needs

6. Reporting Line

The Casual Market Analysis Assistant will report directly to the Supply Chain Team Leader.

7. Required Qualifications and Experience

  • Minimum of a Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Logistics, Economics, or related field.
  • At least 1–2 years of experience in market analysis, price verification, or market assessments, preferably within NGOs, INGOs, or humanitarian/development contexts.
  • Demonstrated experience in collecting and analyzing market price data for goods and services in support of procurement or program implementation.
  • Strong data collection and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data entry.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Note: All applications should be submitted on or before Friday 15th May 2026 by 12:00pm WAT. Kindly apply with your CV of not more than 3 pages, Cover letter and indigene letter of any LGA in Borno state.

Females are strongly encouraged to apply.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe your experience with market analysis and how it supports procurement activities? This question assesses your practical experience and understanding of market analysis in a relevant context. Provide specific examples of your past work and how it contributed to effective procurement.
What methods do you use to collect and verify market price data? The interviewer wants to know your approach to data collection and validation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you prioritize your tasks when conducting multiple market surveys? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a challenging situation you faced while conducting market research and how you resolved it. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you maintain accurate and organized records of your market analysis data? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What experiences have you had working with vendors or suppliers? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Why do you think strong analytical skills are important for this position? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
In what ways would you ensure data accuracy during your analysis? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
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