Hours: Full time
Pay: £24,000-£26,000 gross annual
Duration: Permanent contract
Location: UK-Med storage facility, Stockport, UK (with flexibility for some home-working)
Are you a procurement specialist looking to make a huge impact on surge health responses?
UK-Med is a humanitarian NGO that has been responding to disasters for over thirty years. We prepare and equip medical teams, both in the UK and worldwide, so they are ready to respond when epidemics, conflict and natural disasters hit. When Ebola struck West Africa in 2014 we recruited and trained UK doctors and nurses who helped local medical teams and other NGOs to bring the outbreak under control. We are core partners, providing the clinical component of the UK Emergency Medical Team (UK EMT) in line with WHO standards.
We are recruiting a Procurement Officer to conduct effective mid-value procurements across all categories and departments.
As Procurement Officer you will be involved in UK-Med’s procurement system end-to-end. This will include procurement, order processing, and international transport. You will bring relevant procurement expertise, either from relevant work history or a combination of a relevant qualifications and experience.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits along with a friendly working environment and the opportunity to make a real difference through humanitarian work.
How to apply
We strongly recommend that you read the Candidate Information Pack – Procurement Officer before applying for this role.
Please apply below, please submit a current CV and a supporting letter (2 pages) that includes:
- A detailed explanation of your suitability for this post with specific reference to the essential criteria in the person specification
The closing of the applications will be midnight on Wednesday 31 August.
Applications for work in the UK can only be accepted from people with an existing right to work in the UK.
UK-Med is committed to safeguarding of our personnel and beneficiaries and has a zero tolerance approach to sexual exploitation and abuse. We conduct thorough vetting before any appointment is confirmed.
UK-Med is committed to the principles of diversity, equality, and inclusion. We strive to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where employees feel respected and supported to be able to fulfil their potential.
