Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India)
**Job Description: Procurement Manager**
**Location:** Ahmedabad, Gujarat
**Company:** Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) – A programme of the Aga Khan Development Network
**Experience Required:** Minimum 8 years in procurement, with at least 4 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Procurement Management:** Oversee and manage all procurement processes from planning to contract finalisation for Head Office and organization-wide high-value procurements. Ensure compliance with AKRSP(I)’s procurement manual and donor-specific requirements. Coordinate with program, admin, and finance teams to prepare procurement plans and budgets. Maintain procurement documentation for audit readiness.
2. **Technical Support:** Provide guidance to state and cluster-level teams for compliant and efficient procurement. Review high-value or complex procurements from state teams. Conduct periodic field visits to review procurement practices.
3. **Vendor Development & Management:** Maintain and update a database of reliable vendors. Lead vendor evaluation, selection, onboarding, and performance monitoring. Ensure fair, ethical, and competitive procurement practices.
4. **Capacity Building:** Train staff on procurement policies and procedures. Develop SOPs and toolkits for local teams. Serve as the central point of contact for procurement-related clarifications.
5. **Reporting & Compliance:** Generate regular procurement reports for internal monitoring and audits. Support finance and audit teams with procurement documentation and compliance checks.
**Skills & Competencies:**
– Sound knowledge of procurement systems, compliance, and vendor management.
– Experience working under donor-funded projects preferred.
– Familiarity with digital tools or tracking systems.
– Strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and ethical standards.
– Proficiency in MS Excel and procurement documentation.
**Benefits:**
– Opportunity to work with a renowned NGO.
– Training opportunities.
– 5-day work week.
– Comprehensive medical insurance for employee, spouse, and children.
– Maternity/paternity leave as per policy.
– 15 General Leaves and 16.5 earned leaves annually (encashable if unused).
– 10 declared public holidays, 3 optional holidays, and a Diwali break of 5 days.
**Application Details:**
Submit your application with the required details to [email address].
**About AKRSP(I):** Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (India) works in over 30 countries globally. For more information, visit our website or contact us at:
– Address: 9th-10th Floor, Corporate House, Opp. Dinesh Hall, Off Ashram Road, Ahmedabad, Gujarat-380009
– Phone: 079-27540421, 079-40069127
**Note:** We strongly encourage women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and specially abled candidates to apply.
To apply for this job please visit www.akrspindia.org.in.
