Job Description

What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Our values

• At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.

Purpose

The Buyer supports the procurement process in a specific country in accordance with ICRC rules and regulations.

Reports to (role)

• Logistics Site Manager

Accountabilities & functional responsibilities

• Conducts research into the availability of goods and services.
• Independently carries out ordinary procurement for specific sector(s) up to a certain amount.
• Drafts requests for tenders/quotes, selection tables and contracts and submits them to their hierarchical superior.
• Follows up on purchases and deliveries and checks that they are conform with specifications and contract details.
• Receives goods and checks that correspond to quantities and quality ordered.
• Manages, follows up on, files and scans invoices and related documents.
• Participates in updating statistics and reporting.
• Ensures that risks are mitigated by performing the controls assigned to his/her role as described in the Logistics Risk and Control Matrix

Desired profile and skills

• Strongly motivated by humanitarian work
• Able to work under pressure in a potentially dangerous environment

Certifications / Education required

• University degree.
• Certifications in purchasing, procurement or supply-chain management.
• Confirmed technical skills in procurement.
• Computer proficiency.
• Good command of English.

Professional experience required

• Good knowledge of the local market(s).
• 3 years' experience in a similar position.
• Good knowledge of and experience of financial rules, procurement procedures and supplier management.

What we offer

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.

Additional information

• Type of role: National Staff
• Working rate: 100%
• Location: Aljunaina
• Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)
• Length of assignment: Six months (Extendable)
• Application deadline: 10 May 2026
• Desired starting date: July 2026