SNV is a mission-driven global development partner working in more than 20 countries across Africa and Asia. Building on 60 years of experience and grounded in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, we work on the core themes of gender equality and social inclusion, climate adaptation and mitigation, and strong institutions and effective governance. Together with our team of over 1,600 people, our mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyse partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems, which enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all. 

For more information about SNV, visit www.snv.org 

About SNV Kenya

SNV has been engaged by various donors to reach millions of people by executing programmes in Agri-Foods, Energy and Water sectors. In Kenya, SNV is implementing several exciting projects in various counties. The SNV country office is located in Nairobi but a lot of activities are implemented from field offices in Eldoret, Nanyuki, Kakuma and other locations.

To support the procurement function, SNV Kenya is seeking an intern to support with the day-to-day procurement activities for the organization.

The position holder is expected to adhere to the SNV procurement policy while undertaking the following specific activities:

• Support with the day-to-day procurement requests for various projects across the organization.
• Source for quotations and negotiate with suppliers in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Receive and evaluate quotations from suppliers and make recommendations for award.
• Prepare Purchase Orders in line with SNV Kenya policy and send dully approved copies to all the relevant parties.
• Coordinate delivery of goods from vendors and dispatch to various SNV offices.
• Ensure timely delivery of items from various vendors and dispatch to various SNV Kenya country offices.
• Support with carrying out basic due diligence checks for suppliers.
• Coordinate with Finance Department to ensure that payments to vendors are made on time.
• Any tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

• A Bachelor’s degree in procurement /supply chain management
• Proficiency in English and Kiswahili; written and oral.
• Intermediate /advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)
• Some previous experience in procurement not required but preferred
• Experience in SAP By Design preferred
• A fast thinker with creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to take initiative, learn quickly and be accountable for results.
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Must be goal oriented, dynamic, passionate and self-starter
• A person of integrity

What’s in it for you?

• Good, solid experience in procurement that you can add to your CV
• A fun, inclusive team
• Lots of learning opportunities

Assignment duration - The internship will be for a period of 6 months with possibility of extension

Remuneration - SNV Kenya will pay a monthly stipend and cover all field costs relating to the assigned tasks in the internship period as guided by SNV policies.

How to Apply

Please submit your application by clicking on “I'M INTERESTED” tab on this page and submitting a cover letter and CV that has details of your three (3) referees via Smart Recruiters on or before  15th December 2022 to be considered for this position.

NB:

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

SNV does not require you to pay any amount of money for you to be recruited nor does it require you to undertake any medical examinations prior to being engaged for an assignment.