Description

Are you energised by the thought of working in an organisation that supports people and communities to tackle the root causes of poverty and injustice? Do you love the idea of working in a global organisation with an inclusive and collaborative culture? Then Trocaire wants to hear from you! Read on for more details about this exciting opportunity.

The Opportunity

The Procurement Specialist is part of Trócaire’s head office procurement team which falls under the Standards and Compliance Unit (SCU). The head office procurement team is responsible for managing Trócaire’s global procurement function (Ireland and overseas offices) and ensuring that best value for money is achieved with Trócaire’s resources and that procurement processes are compliant with best practice and international donor requirements.

The Procurement Specialist will be leading on the procurement of all centralized contracts and supporting and advising teams across the Trócaire’s Ireland teams on their own respective procurements. Reporting to the Supply Chain and Logistics Manager, the Procurement Specialist will be a key member of the procurement team supporting the Supply Chain and Logistics Manager to deliver continued strategic solutions

About Trócaire

Trócaire is an International NGO. We work with local partners in the world’s most at-risk communities and with people in Ireland to tackle the underlying causes of poverty and injustice and respond to the crises they create. Together we bring about positive and lasting change for a just world.

Trócaire works in up to 20 countries across Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Middle East. We work towards five goals:

• Promote Access to Justice;

• Achieve Climate & Environmental Justice;

• Ensure Women & Girls’ Protection, Voice & Influence;

• Save Lives and Protect Human Dignity and

• Mobilise the Public on the island of Ireland to achieve Global Justice.

Do you want to know more about Trocaire, the organisation? Find out more at www.trocaire.org

Benefits

What we can offer you:

Trócaire offers a competitive package of salary and benefits including pension scheme and life assurance. We have an excellent range of work life balance friendly policies including Hybrid working.

Safeguarding Programme Participants-Children & Adults

Trócaire is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse, and has clear expectations of all staff. Please ensure to click here for more information on Trócaire’s safeguarding policies.

We welcome diverse applicants to join our inclusive workforce.

Trócaire is an equal opportunities employer. We are an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to bring their experiences and perspectives to Trócaire.

Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities can be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application or by contacting [email protected]. See our Diversity and Inclusion statement here

Requirements

You will report to Supply Chain and Logistics Manager The job opportunity will be offered on a part time permanent contract and is based in Maynooth.

Salary €50,000 pro rata

We’d love if you have at least three year’s experience in a similar procurement specialist role with a clear passion for achieving compliance and value for money. You will be the main point of contact for procurements in Ireland and excellent communication skills and a solution orientated mindset are desirable.

See full job description HERE

Closing Date for Applications is 28th August 2024