Procurement Specialist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title : Procurement Specialist

Location : Amman, Jordan

Mission : Leaders International for Economic Development

Contract : 6 months

Start Date : 01/11/2026

Reporting to : Operations Manager and Operations Director

Working Hours : Consultancy Based Contract

Leaders International: 

Leaders International is an international network of local organizations that plans, manages, and monitors innovation and economic development interventions in the region. Through its offices in Brussels, Amman, Tunis and Ramallah, Leaders International provides complete project-management services with a focus on private-sector development, enterprise development, job creation, entrepreneurship, D4D, economic policy dialogue, and tourism value chain development.

Job Summary: 

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for coordinating and managing the procurement process for subgrant beneficiaries, serving as the primary liaison between Leaders International (LI), Microfund for Women (MFW), beneficiaries, and suppliers. The role will ensure that procurement requests are properly coordinated, approved, documented, and implemented in accordance with applicable procedures and project requirements. The Specialist will also oversee supplier coordination, delivery follow-up, payment coordination with LI/MFW Finance, and proper documentation of goods/services delivery and asset handover. The position will maintain accurate procurement records and provide regular updates on the progress and status of each subgrant.

Job Task and Responsibilities

• Coordinating beneficiaries' procurement requests and obtaining their confirmation.

• Managing and documenting the procurement processes in accordance with applicable procedures.

• Coordinating with suppliers and following up on delivery of goods/services.

• Coordinating with LI/MFW Finance for supplier payments.

• Ensuring proper documentation of delivery and asset handover to beneficiaries.

• Maintaining procurement records and providing regular updates on the status of each subgrant.

• Conducting field visits to beneficiaries, suppliers, and/or delivery locations, as required, to verify procurement requirements, delivery, receipt, and proper use or handover of goods/services.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance or related business field. Additional qualifications or professional degrees in the field are an advantage.

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably with NGOs, international organizations, or donor-funded projects.

• Familiarity with subgranting mechanisms and reviewing procurement documentation submitted by third parties or implementing partners is an asset.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in both Arabic and English.

• Computer literacy (MS Word, and professional in Excel and other software)

• Excellent planning and administration skills.

Personal attributes and other requirements:

• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in documentation, compliance checks, and procurement records.

• Integrity and Ethics: Demonstrates strong moral principles and maintains confidentiality in handling procurement and financial matters.

• Organizational Skills: Capable of managing multiple procurement processes, timelines, and files simultaneously.

• Team Player: Works collaboratively with colleagues across departments and supports others to meet shared goals.
 

Please submit your CV to: vacancies@leadersinternational.org no later than 08/10/2026.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted to take a written test, attend an interview, and provide references (if needed).

Our recruitment procedures are based on a policy of equal opportunity that respects social and cultural differences, avoids discrimination of any kind, and encourages the creation of an inclusive work environment.