Head of Purchasing

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s most serious humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, security, education, economic well-being and self-reliance to populations devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 on the initiative of Albert Einstein, IRC is one of the world’s largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGOs). Present in more than 40 countries and 29 American cities, it helps people survive, regain control of their futures and strengthen their communities. Committed to humanity, IRC employees make a lasting impact by giving safety, dignity and hope back to millions of people. If you are passionate, solution-oriented and willing to contribute to change, join us and help make a difference in the lives of millions of people around the world for a better future. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an international non-governmental organization. It was founded in 1933, at the initiative of the famous physicist Albert Einstein. Today, IRC is one of the world’s leaders in relief, rehabilitation, protection, post-conflict development, reintegration and advocacy for people affected by crises. IRC’s mission is to help people whose lives and livelihoods are destroyed by conflict and disaster survive, recover and take charge of their future. IRC is active in République Central African Republic since late 2006 and has a main office in Bangui, a base in Bocaranga, a project office in Ndele, IRC intervenes in several sectors. The governance and systems strengthening program through the project "Support to civil society in République Central African" funded by the European Union, is implemented by IRC in consortium with partners EEDD, OJLD and OFCA. IRC and its partners aim to strengthen CSOs in the Central African Republic as independent actors of good governance and development at the national level and contribute to strengthening an inclusive, participatory, autonomous, independent and democratic space promoting open dialogue between CSOs in Nana-Gribizi prefectures. Bangui, Ombela Mpoko, Ouham, Lobaye, Nana Mambere, Mambere-Kadei, Sanga Mbaeré, Ouaka; whose respective communes are Kaga-Bandoro, Bangui and Bimbo Boali, Bossangoa, Mbaïki, Bouar, Berberati, Nola, Bambari, for a period of three years.

Responsibilities

The FAP (Protection and Empowerment of Women) Program helps to create frameworks at both the local and national levels, for dialogue, dialogue, involving women and girls, where their voices are implemented, where decisions are focused on meeting their primary needs, strategic interests and where their protection is an integral part of government priorities. The aim is to strengthen women’s and girls’ leadership development strategies, promote the prevention, response and risk mitigation of GBV/EAS through innovative approaches. The PAF IRC Programme supports the VBG coordination mechanism in CAR in collaboration with UNFPA and other actors in the area of responsibility (AoR VBG). The programme works in collaboration with the Ministry of Gender and supports the National Strategy on the Protection and Empowerment of Women and Girls. Within the framework of Protection and Rule of Law (PRoL), the Programme ensures that people are able to access justice and exercise their rights, women, men, girls and boys have the information and support necessary to seek justice and access it independently. Quality protection services, including case management/ psychosocial support, protection monitoring, capacity building of actors, civil documentation as well as strengthening the legal system and safe and accessible community spaces for women, men, girls and boys. The Recovery and Economic Development (ERD) program works to ensure that the basic survival needs of the people we serve are met and that they have a mix of assets and income to thrive. The program ensures that people meet their basic needs and protect their livelihoods in times of emergency, develop their livelihoods and recover from shocks, and that people become self-reliant and enjoy long-term economic stability. The Child Protection and Youth Development (CYPD) program responds to child protection violations through child-centred approaches, strengthening the family and community as well as strengthening the child protection system. The program strengthens families and communities to help prevent and respond to child protection violations when they occur through approaches

• Preventative
• , that
• Preventive and reactive
• adapted to gender and age.

Education / Qualifications

The health, nutrition and wash program organizes the provision of curative, preventive and promotional care with a focus on the health of vulnerable groups such as mother-child couples, adolescents and young people by supporting existing health facilities, mobile clinics, community care sites or any other community structure that can improve access to and/or quality of health care, nutrition or individual and collective hygiene. The Education program, gives the most vulnerable children access to primary, transition to undergraduate and secondary. In particular, girls and children affected by crises, in particular displaced persons, for an improvement of life in the areas targeted by the project through teacher training, distribution of different educational, recreational and dignity kits, establishment of Kundukwa groups and various pedagogical follow-ups by the Educational Advisors. IRC République Central African Republic is implementing its strategic plan

• Strategy 100″, through which we aim to provide the best possible impact for the most vulnerable boys, girls, women and men affected by humanitarian crises. In everything we do, we strive to uphold IRC’s core values of integrity, accountability, service and equality. Overview of the position: The FID Procurement Manager is responsible for the overall management and strategic direction of the procurement function for the FID project, to which he/she is 100% assigned, ensuring the efficient, transparent and ethical acquisition of all goods, services and work for the organization. This role is essential to ensure that all procurement activities are conducted in accordance with the organization’s policies, donor regulations and local CAR laws, while achieving the best value for money for our mission. The IDF Procurement Manager will lead a team, develop and implement procurement strategies, and foster a culture of integrity and accountability within the organization. In addition to his/her 100% load on the FID project, he/she also performs any additional tasks assigned by his/her supervisor. Standards of professional conduct: IRC workers must respect the values and principles set out in the IRC WAY – Standards of professional conduct. It is about Integrity, Service, Responsibility and Equality.

Location

Safeguard: Strictly adhere to IRC’s Child and Adult Safeguard Policy and all other policies, including those related to security and fraud prevention. In accordance with the Safeguards, IRC enforces policies on protecting beneficiaries/clients from exploitation and abuse, child protection, anti-harassment in the workplace, tax integrity, and countering retaliation.

Other information

Equal Opportunity Employer: The IRC is an equal opportunity employer. The IRC considers all job seekers on the basis of merit regardless of race, sex, colour, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Diversity, Inclusion and Gender Equality: IRC recognizes and honors the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all applicants on the basis of merit regardless of race, gender, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. IRC is also committed to closing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce, including parental leave, gender-sensitive safety protocols and other support benefits. Professional Standards: All International Rescue Committee (IRC) employees must adhere to the core values and principles set out in the IRC Code of Professional Conduct. Our standards are integrity, service, equality and responsibility. In keeping with these values, the IRC applies policies related to the protection of vulnerable persons, conflicts of interest, financial integrity, reporting wrongdoing and protection from retaliation. The IRC is committed to taking all necessary preventive measures and creating an environment where everyone feels safe, as well as taking all necessary corrective actions in case of harm. The IRC is a team of professionals who encourage critical thinking, power sharing, debate and objectivity in order to offer the best possible services to its beneficiaries.

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