Procurement Officer |||The Urugo Women’s Opportunity Center (WOC)
Event Details:
Job title: Procurement Officer
Vacancy Announcement: Kayonza, June, 18th 2025
Women Opportunity Center (WOC) is recruiting for the position of Procurement Officer. This position is open to all interested candidates/all sources and is available to start immediately at its Kayonza Headquarters. The Procurement Officer is the technical financial position in the organization and is under the Supervision of the Financial and Administration Manager.
The Procurement Officer is responsible for managing the procurement process, ensuring transparency, cost-effectiveness, and compliance with internal and external policies and procedures.
Specific duties include but are not limited to:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and manage the end-to-end procurement process in accordance with organizational policies.
Develop and implement annual procurement plans aligned with budget and operational needs.
Identify, evaluate, and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
Prepare and issue Request for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and other bidding documents.
Negotiate contracts to ensure best value, quality, and timely delivery of goods and services.
Ensure compliance with procurement regulations and maintain complete procurement records.
Monitor supplier performance and manage procurement-related risks.
Generate timely procurement reports and support budget holders with purchasing decisions.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in procurement or supply chain management
Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, contract management, and supplier evaluation
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and procurement systems
Fluency in Kinyarwanda, English, and French
If you are interested in this position, please send your detailed e-mail application: High Academic Degree, CV and cover letter in English, by June 27th 2025 to [email protected]. Please include the position title in the subject line.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED. WOMEN OPPORTUNITY CENTER (WOC) is an equal opportunity employer
Required Skills and Competencies
Interpersonal Skills:
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Results-oriented and committed to meeting deadlines
High level of integrity and confidentiality
Effective collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers
Good communication and negotiation skills
Planning and Organization Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Capable of managing multiple procurement activities simultaneously
Ability to plan, monitor, and report on procurement processes and milestones
Teamwork Skills:
Team player with the ability to share tasks and responsibilities
Supportive and respectful in professional relationships
Communication Skills:
Clear and concise in oral and written communication
Uses appropriate communication channels to share procurement updates
Ability to simplify procurement information for non-technical stakeholders
Professionalism:
Demonstrates strong ethics, accountability, and responsiveness
Shows commitment to achieving high performance standards
Writing and Skills
Strong report writing and documentation skills
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and procurement-related software
Knowledge of e-procurement systems is an asset
Fluent in Kinyarwanda, English, and French.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please send your detailed e-mail application: High Academic Degree, CV and cover letter in English, by June 30th 2025 to [email protected]. Please include the position title in the subject line.
ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED. WOMEN OPPORTUNITY CENTER (WOC) is an equal opportunity employer
Evelyn KARAMAGI
Executive DirectorEvelyn KARAMAGI
Date and Timings:
21-06-2025 4:13 PM to 28-07-2025 4:13 PM
