Procurement Assistant
Quick answer
The Economic Commission for Africa is hiring an in-office Procurement Assistant in Addis Ababa to manage procurement cycles and contract drafting.
- Role
- Procurement Assistant
- Organization
- Economic Commission for Africa
- Location
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Finance & Administration
- Apply by
- 2026-07-08
The role
The Procurement Assistant role at the Economic Commission for Africa supports requisitioning units on all stages of the procurement cycle, from preparing and distributing solicitations to managing payments. The position involves reviewing purchasing requests, identifying supplier sources, and drafting contracts/agreements. It requires a minimum of seven years of experience in procurement or business administration.
What you'll do
- Review and prioritize complex purchasing requests
- Identify and recommend sources of procurement
- Prepare abstracts of offers and compile data from bids
- Draft contracts/agreements with legal consultation
- Maintain internal databases and track contractual agreements
- Resolve issues related to delivered goods
What it takes
- High School Diploma required; Degree in Procurement or Business Administration preferred
- At least seven years of experience in procurement, business administration, or IT
- Fluency in oral and written English is a must
- Knowledge of French or other UN languages is an advantage
- Experience with procurement-related software and database management
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least seven years of experience in procurement or business administration. Fluency in English is mandatory.
When can I apply by?
The application deadline is July 8, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Economic Commission for Africa's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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