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IFRC seeks a Purchasing Assistant in Caracas to support procurement of goods and services for its Venezuela delegation. The post manages purchase requests and quotations, supplier follow-up, comparative analyses, orders, deliveries and procurement records, helping programs meet IFRC policy, compliance, traceability and anti-fraud requirements during an emergency response.

• Receive, review and follow up purchase requests for specifications, quantities, approvals and supporting documents
• Manage quotation requests and supplier offers under IFRC procurement procedures and thresholds
• Prepare comparative tables and procurement files for review and approval
• Issue and follow up purchase orders and contracts with suppliers
• Monitor procurement progress and deliveries, escalating risks, delays and incidents
• Maintain current procurement and supplier records to ensure traceability of each process

• University or professional degree in administration, logistics or a related field
• Minimum two years of professional experience in a procurement and logistics department
• Knowledge of computer systems including accounting software and Microsoft Office
• Ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Strong analytical, organizational, document-management and communication skills

• Humanitarian field experience is preferred
• Experience preparing comparative tables and procurement documentation is preferred
• Experience with compliance- and audit-based procurement procedures is preferred
• Knowledge of IFRC humanitarian context and ERP or procurement-management platforms is preferred

• Procurement Administration
• Supplier Management
• Purchase Order Management
• Documentation Control
• Logistics Coordination
• Compliance Monitoring

• Microsoft Office
• Accounting Software
• ERP or Procurement Platforms

• The role supports the IFRC Venezuela delegation in the response to the 24 June 2026 earthquakes
• The post works under the direct supervision of the Senior Procurement Officer