We support people in overcoming emergencies and we strive to guarantee that everyone can have a decent and dignified life as well as opportunities and a better future. We work in more than 20 countries around the world, including in Italy, with more than 166 emergency, humanitarian aid and development projects. Our activities mainly involve women, girls and young people, actors of change in every community for a fairer and more inclusive world.PositionProcurement SpecialistReporting RelationshipHead of Procurement and Logistics UnitLocationMilano/Bologna. Possibility of remote working. Missions abroad are requested.Work in Coordination withProcurement Specialists, Logistics Specialists, AFC team, Countries and Regionals teams of the designated countries/regions (area Africa)Starting dateASAPApplication deadline26/04/2026Gross Salaryto be defined according to the candidate's profileJob DescriptionThe Procurement Specialist ensures efficient management of procurement processes and procedures for the designated countries in collaboration with the Procurement and Logistics Unit. The expert provides remote and in‐country technical advice, guidance, and support to all Country Office teams, ensuring compliance with WeWorld policies, principles, and standards, as well as donor regulations. This role is crucial for maintaining high‐quality standards across all programs through effective communication, coordination, and information sharing.Global ResponsibilitiesMain tasks and responsibilities Work with the Procurement & Logistics Unit to enhance procurement systems, manuals, SOPs, and strategic tools.Develop and implement Procurement Minimum Standards.Formulate effective procurement strategies and new processes.Address key risks, audit findings, and complaints, proposing mitigation measures.Support initiatives and special projects, including environmental procurement and emergency procedures.Travel to provide in‐country support as required.Support logistics activities.
Provide technical guidance on procurement processes, ensuring adherence to WeWorld policies, guidelines, and donor requirements and rules.Ensure Procurement Minimum Standards are in place.Review and approve procurement plans, tender documents, contracts, framework agreements, leases, and other high‐value commitments.Review high‐value procurement procedures, including tender invitations and evaluation of responses.Assist in preparing complex contracts and making recommendations for final purchases and contract awards.Support the country and regional team during audit processes, ensuring accurate and compliant procurement documentation.Build the capacity of procurement and non‐procurement staff.Provide procurement inputs for project proposals.Assess Mission's Procurement Department to identify human resources gaps and ideal staffing structures.Establish a coordination mechanism to support procurement processes.Recommend solutions for complex procurement requests.Liaise with HQ and Regional teams on procurement matters.Assist in recruiting Country Logistics Coordinators/Managers and other team members.Support in Procurement‐Specific Tasks.Degree in logistics, supply chain, or equivalent experience in managing procurement into the sector.Fluency in English and French (both written and verbal).Strong interpersonal skills and ability to leverage business networks and partnerships.Skills in training and remote management support.Cultural, gender, religion, and age sensitivity and adaptability.
Experience managing large work contracts.Knowledge of Italian is an asset.