Procurement Assistant – Limited Duration Contract (Band D)

About the role

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) is seeking a Procurement Assistant on a Limited Duration Contract (Band D) to support its Logistics and Procurement Department at the Field Office in the West Bank. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the procurement and contracting processes that enable UNRWA to deliver essential services to Palestine refugees.

Key responsibilities

• Follow up on procurement and contracting processes, including receipt of requirements and monitoring requisition accuracy.
• Consolidate purchase requisitions and prepare data to facilitate bidding.
• Maintain standard documents for purchase orders, acknowledgements, due dates, and deliveries.
• Update procurement requisition records and assist in preparing contract documentation.
• Initiate quality control report requests and report discrepancies.
• Assist in the submission of RFQ, Tender, and RFP documents, distribute purchase orders, and maintain registers for outstanding orders.
• Distribute materials, manage sample handling, and support technical evaluation committees.
• Draft and type correspondence related to procurement activities and maintain accurate records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Required profile

• Attention to detail and ability to monitor procurement processes accurately.
• Strong organizational skills for maintaining records and documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively with supervisors, suppliers, and field staff.
• Commitment to UNRWA’s core values of integrity, professionalism, and respect for diversity.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to make a tangible difference for vulnerable communities.
• Experience working within a United Nations agency.
• Professional development in procurement and logistics.