Deputy Dir. of Operations (Procurement & Supply)

Deputy Director of Operations (Procurement & Supply) The Swedish Committee for Afghanistan (SCA) is a non-governmental humanitarian organisation working with aid to Afghanistan since 1982, mainly with support to the education, health and disability sectors. With over 6,000 staff, SCA is one of the largest non-governmental organisations in the country. Through its activities, SCA aims at fighting poverty, supporting economic and social development and strengthening democratic development and gender & human rights. Scope of Work The Deputy Director of Operations (Procurement & Supply) (DDoO) will head the Procurement & Supply Unit at the Kabul Management Office and assist the Director of Operations in giving technical backstopping to the logistic staff of the six Project Offices. The DDoO will lead a team of around 10 procurement and supply staff. The DDoD is responsible for systematic execution of procedures for the timely and cost effective purchasing of equipment, materials and services required by the organisation and its projects within the field of education, health, disability and rural development, taking into account donor requirements, general accepted public and ethical policies and legal requirements. S/he will propose and establish procurement strategies, criteria and detailed procedures consistent with project requirements and develop procedures for quotations and tender invitations. Furthermore, s/he will analyse supplier contracts, quotations and tenders and recommend selection and liaison with programme/project staff or external expertise if needed to ensure technical quality control. Ensuring proper control and storage and timely distribution to project locations is also an important component of the work. Essential Job Functions . Overall responsible for preparation and execution of procurement work plans and revisions as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. . Identifies opportunities for improvement, inventiveness and makes constructive suggestions for change . Develops and implement standards for procurement, storage and supply . Assist project managers in projecting procurement demands and plan and coordinate effective supply to field activities . Assist the Director of Operations in budget preparations, follow up and revisions, and secures accountable practices according to financial rules and regulations . Promotes good coordination between the SCA projects and project offices with regard to planning of procurements, storage and field supply Qualifications: . Ideally possesses a degree at master's level within a relevant field Experience: . At least six years of relevant work experience in logistic/procurement management of a large scale operation . At least two years of work at senior level positions within an international organisation . Experience from work in a post-conflict environment an advantage Others: . Demonstrated leadership/project management skills, acquired in a challenging multicultural environment . Demonstrated team-building capabilities and strong organisational, interpersonal and negotiations skills . Demonstrated experience in creating/upgrading the logistic/procurement function in an organisation of similar size and scope is desirable . Proven ability to prioritise, delegate, handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines . Excellent command of English is a must, Swedish, Pashtu or Dari is an advantage . Advanced user-knowledge in computer aided management (SCA has Ms Office as its standard)