Supply Chain Officer – Procurement
Organization: Danish Refugee Council (DRC)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Application Deadline: 22nd August 2025
Key Requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Supply Chain + 4 years’ NGO experience.
About the Organization
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a private, independent, humanitarian organization working on all aspects of the refugee cause in more than 36 countries throughout the world. The aim of DRC is to protect refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs) against persecution and to promote durable solutions to the problems of forced migration, on the basis of humanitarian principles and human rights. DRC works in accordance with the UN Conventions on Refugees and the Code of Conduct for the ICRC and NGOs in Disaster Relief.
DRC Uganda is currently looking for a highly qualified and motivated individual to join our dynamic team as a Supply Chain Officer-Procurement.
Job Summary
To provide efficient and effective procurement implementation and smooth running of procurement operations according to DRC’s internal and donor procedures, as per the Operations Handbook and Quality Standards. The role holder is a crucial member of the country office supply chain team that has to ensure the right supplies and deliveries are procured and that there are timely procurement processes done to deliver supplies to our beneficiaries in a manner that achieves value for money. The position holder will ensure proper execution and completion of procurement processes in the purchasing module of DRC Dynamics (ERP system).
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Undertake procurement activities in a rigorous, accountable, and transparent manner that is compliant with the DRC Operations Handbook Volume on Procurement Management, local laws, and donor requirements.
- Support country office program teams with procurement planning, in line with the DRC Operations Handbook.
- Verification of purchase requests and ensuring completeness of information and accuracy in line with supporting documentation and categorization.
- Manage Requests for Quotation processes and support the field offices where appropriate.
- Guarantee timely and cost-efficient execution of all Purchase Requests received and delivery of the goods requested.
- Initiate and keep track of the order placement processes to ensure timely delivery of service and goods.
- Ensure that all the suppliers are paid on time by guiding and following up with staff members on proper procurement documentation.
- Ensure that the end-to-end procurement activities are all completed on DYNAMICS as per DRC guidelines.
- Maintain updated and complete procurement contract files.
- Ensure any new suppliers are vetted according to DRC policies.
- Enforce a zero-tolerance policy regarding corruption and contribute to ensuring complaints are recorded and investigated appropriately.
- Coordinate with the Country Supply Chain Manager to ensure that all supply chain-related issues are escalated promptly.
- Monitor the supply market trends for updated information such as changes in market price, new products, and additional suppliers.
- Develop strong relationships with field office teams to support in improving their project procurement practices.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain/Logistics Management. CIPS certification is an added advantage.
- A minimum of 4 years’ work experience in Supply Chain field in an International NGO or other agencies.
- Highly integral, pro-active, and a good team player.
- Highly motivated, results-oriented, with well-developed problem-solving skills.
- Ability to cope with heavy workloads and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Highly developed cultural awareness with the ability to work well in a multi-cultural environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
- Proven commitment to accountability practices.
- Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work with limited supervision.
- Computer knowledge: word processing, database management packages.
Core Competencies
- Striving for excellence
- Collaborating
- Taking the lead
- Communicating
- Demonstrating integrity
How to Apply
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should apply online at the link below:
Deadline: 22nd August 2025
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