Supply Chain Assistant – Procurement
Nationale Stelle
Nigeria
Afrika
Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.
Malteser International has been working in Nigeria since 2017. In Northeast Nigeria and more specifically in Borno State, MI is currently active in the WASH sector for improving the lives of both the IDP population as well as the host communities. The WASH activities focus on improved access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene. They include NFI distribution, solarization of boreholes, rehabilitation of hand pumps, construction of latrines and hygiene promotion. Malteser International thereby applies a participatory, gender sensitive and inclusive approach.
For its work in Maiduguri, Nigeria, Malteser International is looking for a motivated Supply Chain Assistant – Procurement.
As a Supply Chain Assistant – Procurement, you will be responsible for supporting procurement activities and ensuring the timely, compliant and cost-effective acquisition of goods, services and works. You will work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to maintain efficient procurement processes and support the smooth implementation of country operations.
Your responsibilities:
- Support procurement processes from purchase request to delivery, ensuring timely and efficient procurement of goods, services, and works.
- Source quotations, support tendering processes, and conduct comparative bid analyses in line with procurement policies and donor requirements.
- Prepare and process procurement documentation, including RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier contracts.
- Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to monitor order status, delivery schedules, and procurement timelines.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, trackers, and filing systems to ensure compliance, transparency, and audit readiness.
- Support supplier due diligence and relationship management while ensuring adherence to organizational policies and value-for-money principles.
Your profile:
- 2-3 years’ experience in similar role
- Excellent interpersonal skills and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Advanced written and verbal proficiency in English, including business terminology
- Proven integrity and attention to details
What we offer:
- Start Date: as soon as possible
- Duty Station: Maiduguri, Nigeria
- Duration of Contract: until December 2027
- Salary according to qualification and experience, plus insurance package
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please have a look here.
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How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at our job portal. Kindly submit your extensive application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references) until Sunday, 25th October 2026.