April 14, 2025
JOB VACANCY
EXTERNAL / INTERNAL
Médecins Sans Frontières WaCA (MSFW) in Monrovia – Liberia is recruiting a
PURCHASING OFFICER
Context
MSF (Doctors without Borders) is a non-profit medical organization, which provides assistance to
populations in distress, victims of natural or man-made disasters and victims of armed conflict. MSF
does so irrespective of gender, race, religion, creed, or political convictions. MSF observes neutrality
and impartiality in the name of universal medical ethics and the right to humanitarian assistance.
Its members undertake to respect their professional code of ethics and to maintain complete
independence from all political, economic, or religious powers.
MSF has a long history in Liberia starting in the 1990’s until 2012 during both civils wars, followed by
Ebola responses in 2014. The ongoing project of MSF in Montserrado County includes support to
health authorities for the provision of free mental health & epilepsy treatment.
Summary of the Vacancy
▪ Title: Purchasing Officer
▪ Work Location: Monrovia, Liberia
▪ Opening Date: 14th April 2025
▪ Closing Date: 25th April 2025 @ 5pm
▪ Contract: Fixed Term Contract to Opened ended
THE MAIN PURPOSE
Performing the day to day purchasing activities for the Coordination office and the project
according to MSF protocols and standards in order to ensure an optimal running of the mission/
project
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (non-exhaustive)
▪ Purchasing activities of a supply office, analysing market sources and competitive pricing
conditions among different suppliers to ensure an ongoing supply of goods, following the
procurement procedures and according to MSF standards and protocols.
▪ Constantly assessing the local market, seeking products and suppliers that offer the best value
for money and negotiating prices to guarantee the best quality and pricing for MSF goods and
commodities.
▪ Regularly updating the supplier-item-price data on the supply database and informing the
Supply Manager of all information or modifications to the data i.e. price, address, product
availability
▪ At the request of the line manager, obtaining different quotations from suppliers according to
the MSF Purchasing policy and placing purchase orders to pre-selected suppliers with whom
prices have been agreed
▪ Requesting invoices or receipts, without delay, for all purchases, checking they are correctly
filled and translating information written in local language before approval
▪ Managing the administrative and accounting procedures related to purchases: completing
purchase orders, checking delivery notes (against orders), managing advances issued by the
Finance Department, etc.
▪ Updating information on purchase lists after purchases are made
▪ Assisting in reception control process with the storekeeper
▪ Everyday vendor & market information feedback using specific tools
REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
▪ Education: Minimal Secondary Education; Commerce, Business & management related studies.
▪ Experience: At least 2 years’ experience as a Purchaser in a non-profit organization or Supply chain
related jobs
▪ Languages: English
▪ Knowledge: Computer proficiency in excel, MS Word, internet, etc.
▪ Competencies: result and quality orientation, teamwork, flexibility, negotiation skills, service
orientation, stress management
REMUNERATION
According to the MSFW salary scale (Level 5) in Liberia
HOW TO APPLY? Below are the two options:
1. Submit your CV, diplomas or certificates, motivation letter, and copy of national ID Card by
emailing to: msfw-liberia-recruitment@waca.msf.org with the Subject: Purchasing officer –
Monrovia
or
2. Submit your application with the required document in a sealed envelope at WaCA Office.
The envelope must be labelled ‘Purchasing Officer – Monrovia’
Below is the physical address of MSF WaCA
Marine View D74, Bishop K Francis Street Congo Town Back Road
Only shortlisted applicants will be called for a written test and interview.
Attention!
No monetary transactions, neither demands of Favors in kind, nor other types of favouritism will be
tolerated in the recruitment process. MSF does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment
process. All applications are free for all candidates, In case the candidate is asked for any fee,
he/she must report to MSF Administration through the recruitment contact.
People with disabilities and female candidates are strongly advised to apply. We are
committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment.
MSF offers equal recruitment and development opportunities without any form of
discrimination based on gender, religion, ethnicity, geographical origin, physical
disability or any other discriminatory ground.”