Asia Community Development Organization (ACDO) is an Afghan non-governmental, non-political, and non-profit humanitarian organization established in 2014 and registered with the Government of Afghanistan under the supervision of Ministry of Economy (MoEc) with a mission to provide humanitarian and development assistance to the vulnerable, at-risk, and underserved people throughout the country.

ACDO responds to the needs of deprived and marginalized rural and urban communities by managing and utilizing the available scarce resources in a well-organized, efficient, effective, transparent, and dignified manner to enhance resilience, boost access to education, health services, and infrastructure, ensure food and livelihood security, and promote social protection and inclusion.

ACDO has an active presence in most parts of the country and intends to expand its operations to the remaining provinces, as to transform itself into a leading and developed organization that will deliver to and support large number of people who have been affected by the long-protracted and sudden on-set emergencies and regardless of the hardest circumstances that exist in Afghanistan, ACDO has managed to deliver humanitarian and development assistance in most part of country. www.acdo-af.org,

ACDO is looking for a Procurement Intern to provide comprehensive support to the Procurement department. The selected individual will assist in the procurement process, supplier management, and documentation of purchase records while ensuring compliance with organizational and donor guidelines. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in procurement and supply chain management within a professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement Process Support
   • Assist in preparing purchase requisitions and procurement documents.
   • Help collect and evaluate quotations from suppliers as per guidelines.
   • Support in the preparation of purchase orders and contracts.
2. Supplier Management
   • Maintain and update the supplier database with accurate information.
   • Assist in liaising with vendors to ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
   • Help monitor supplier performance and provide feedback to the Procurement Manager.
3. Documentation and Compliance
   • Organize and maintain procurement files, including contracts, invoices, and bid documentation.
   • Ensure that all procurement processes comply with ACDO’s policies and donor regulations.
4. Inventory and Logistics Support
   • Support the coordination of inventory management activities.
   • Assist in the receipt, inspection, and verification of goods delivered by suppliers.
   • Help ensure accurate records of assets and inventories are maintained.
5. Administrative Tasks
   • Assist in drafting procurement reports and summaries for internal and external stakeholders.
   • Provide logistical support for procurement-related meetings and events.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Fresh graduates).
2. Familiarity with procurement principles, processes, and tools.
3. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
5. Good written and verbal communication skills in English, Dari, and Pashto.
6. Prior experience or coursework related to procurement or logistics is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Basic understanding of procurement policies and procedures.
2. Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
3. Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively within deadlines.
4. Capacity to work collaboratively in a team and independently as needed.

Benefits:

• Hands-on experience in procurement processes within a professional NGO environment.
• Mentorship and support from experienced procurement professionals.
• Development of skills in supplier management and compliance.

Qualified applicants are highly encouraged to apply for the position and submit their applications (Cover Letter and CV together) NOT Educational and Work Certificates, to the attention of the Human Resource Department at https://forms.gle/GKrxTMM74Cv4BM2Q9   until 04:00 pm (Afghanistan Standard Time) January 20, 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be directly contacted for a written test and consequently for an interview. If you are not contacted TWO WEEKS after the closing date, please know that your application has not been successful for the post.