Procurement Officer

GiveDirectly is hiring a Procurement Officer to support sourcing, vendor management, and procurement record-keeping in Lilongwe, Malawi.

What it offers

• A role supporting GiveDirectly’s procurement function under the Operations and Procurement Manager
• Responsibility for sourcing competitive quotations, prequalifying vendors, and maintaining accurate procurement records

Who can apply

• Candidates who can demonstrate strong attention to detail, sound judgment in vendor evaluation, and a commitment to transparent, well-documented procurement practices

What you'll do

• Source and compile competitive quotations from vendors for goods, services, and works in line with GiveDirectly’s procurement thresholds and policy
• Conduct market surveys to identify potential suppliers and stay informed on current pricing trends
• Prepare quotation comparison sheets and bid analyses to support procurement decision-making
• Support prequalifying vendors by verifying business registration, compliance documents, references, and capacity as per the organisation’s procurement policy
• Maintain and regularly update a prequalified vendor database/roster, organized by category of goods or services
• Support periodic vendor performance evaluations

How to apply

• Visit the organisation’s careers page to apply for the Procurement Officer role in Lilongwe, Malawi