{"id":4133,"date":"2025-07-01T20:00:30","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T20:00:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/procurement-officer-at-african-parks-bangweulu-wetlands\/"},"modified":"2025-10-23T00:15:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T00:15:37","slug":"procurement-officer-at-african-parks-bangweulu-wetlands","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=4133","title":{"rendered":"Procurement Officer at African Parks-Bangweulu Wetlands"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Bangweulu Wetlands Management Board<br \/>\nPO Box 450098, Mpika, Zambia<br \/>\nTel. +260 954141267<br \/>\nundefined<br \/>\nwww.africanparks.org<br \/>\nJob Title: Procurement Officer<br \/>\nLocation: Lusaka, Zambia (Country Office)<br \/>\nReporting To: Finance Managers \u2013 Bangweulu Wetlands<br \/>\nJob Purpose<br \/>\nThe Procurement Officer will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing all procurement activities across African Parks\u2019 operations in Bangweulu Wetlands. Based at the Lusaka Country Office, the officer will ensure procurement processes are transparent, cost-effective, and in compliance with African Parks\u2019 procurement policies, donor requirements, and Zambian procurement regulations. The role supports efficient sourcing of goods and services to facilitate conservation efforts in the three parks.<br \/>\nKey Responsibilities<br \/>\n1. Procurement Strategy and Planning<br \/>\nDevelop and implement annual procurement plans in coordination with project teams from the three parks.<br \/>\nStandardize procurement procedures across the sites to ensure consistency and efficiency.<br \/>\nForecast procurement needs, identify procurement risks, and advise on strategic sourcing opportunities.<br \/>\n2. Sourcing and Vendor Management<br \/>\nIdentify, prequalify, and maintain a database of reputable suppliers and service providers.<br \/>\nSolicit competitive quotations, evaluate bids, and negotiate contracts to ensure value for money.<br \/>\nMonitor supplier performance and build strong vendor relationships to support conservation activities.<br \/>\n3. Compliance and Risk Management<br \/>\nEnsure all procurement processes align with African Parks\u2019 policies, donor requirements, and applicable Zambian laws.<br \/>\nMaintain complete and auditable procurement documentation for all purchases.<br \/>\nSupport audits by providing procurement records and addressing queries from internal or external reviewers.<br \/>\n4. Coordination and Stakeholder Support<br \/>\nWork closely with the Finance Managers and operational teams in Bangweulu Wetlands<br \/>\nCoordinate with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of goods to often remote park locations.<br \/>\nLiaise with customs agents and government agencies for clearance and regulatory approvals when needed.<br \/>\n5. Reporting and Record Management<br \/>\nMaintain accurate and up-to-date procurement trackers and contract registers.<br \/>\nGenerate regular procurement reports for internal and donor use, including purchase analysis and supplier performance summaries.<br \/>\nTrack and report on procurement KPIs and ensure continuous process improvement.<br \/>\n6. Capacity Building and Continuous Improvement<br \/>\nProvide procurement training and support to park-based staff to build internal procurement capacity.<br \/>\nRecommend process improvements and automation opportunities for procurement systems and tools.<br \/>\nPromote ethical sourcing and sustainability in procurement activities.<br \/>\nKey Competencies<br \/>\nStrong knowledge of procurement principles, Zambian procurement laws, and donor procurement guidelines<br \/>\nProven experience managing multi-location procurement functions<br \/>\nExcellent negotiation, analytical, and contract management skills<br \/>\nAbility to work under pressure and coordinate across diverse operational settings<br \/>\nStrong interpersonal and communication skills, including with rural field-based teams<br \/>\nProficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement tracking systems (ERP experience is an advantage)<br \/>\nSharing is Caring! 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