Purchasing Officer – Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

📍 Location: Liwale, Lindi
📄 Contract Type: Full-time (100%)

About Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)

Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), also known as Doctors Without Borders, is an international, independent medical humanitarian organization providing emergency medical aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural disasters, and exclusion from healthcare. MSF is guided by the principles of neutrality, impartiality, and independence, offering assistance based solely on medical needs.

Vacancy: Purchasing Officer (1 Position)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Perform day-to-day purchasing activities, ensuring compliance with MSF procurement protocols.
• Analyze market sources and compare competitive pricing from different suppliers.
• Maintain and update supplier-item-price data for the supply office.
• Obtain and verify invoices or receipts for all purchases.
• Manage administrative and accounting procedures related to purchases and deliveries.
• Assist in reception control processes with the storekeeper.

Qualifications and Experience:

✅ Education: Essential secondary education; Commerce-related studies are desirable.
✅ Experience: At least 2 years in supply chain or procurement-related jobs.
✅ Skills:

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and logistics/supply chain ERP systems.
• Fluent in English and Swahili (written & spoken).
• Strong skills in negotiation, administration, and communication.

How to Apply

📩 Submit your CV, motivation letter, and copies of relevant professional certificates by Sunday, March 2, 2025 (4:00 PM).

Email: MSFCH-Tanzania-Recruitment@geneva.msf.org
Physical Submission: Applications can also be submitted at MSF offices in:
📍 Uporoto Street, Ursino Estate, Victoria, Dar es Salaam
📍 Nduta Refugee Camp, Kibondo District
📍 MSF Guest House, Kibondo
📍 MSF Office, Liwale, Lindi

📌 Note: MSF does not charge any fees for job applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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