Procurement Volunteer (Field-Focused) Job at Explore Humanitarian Aid Initiative

Explore Humanitarian Aid Initiative (Explore Aid) is an independent, registered non-governmental, nonprofit civil society organization based in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria. Our mission is to empower marginalized and vulnerable communities through evidence-based humanitarian and development interventions. We work across sectors including maternal and child health, WASH, education, nutrition, GBV, and economic empowerment. Our strategy centers on research-driven service delivery, community engagement, and sustainable development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Procurement Volunteer (Field-Focused)
Job Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Volunteer (with travel and logistics support provided)

Role Summary

• The Procurement Volunteer will support field-level procurement operations, including market assessments, vendor sourcing, logistics, and compliance with Explore Aid’s procurement policy. 
• The role demands adaptability, resilience, and willingness to travel to remote and sometimes insecure areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct local market surveys to identify reliable suppliers and ensure fair pricing.
• Assist in collecting quotations, preparing comparative bid analysis, and documentation of procurement decisions.
• Ensure procurement processes are aligned with Explore Aid’s policies and donor regulations.
• Follow up on orders and deliveries, ensuring timely receipt of goods and services in the field.
• Build positive relationships with local vendors and negotiate favorable terms where appropriate.
• Identify procurement risks in field operations and escalate where necessary.
• Support the tagging, distribution, and inventory documentation of procured items.
• Keep procurement logs updated and assist with monthly reporting on field procurements.
• Coordinate local transport arrangements for goods and personnel when required.
• Work closely with program teams to understand procurement needs and plan accordingly.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum OND in Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Excellent knowledge of local markets in Borno and willingness to travel extensively.
• Good negotiation, record keeping, and communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and maintain a high degree of accuracy.
• Must be based in or familiar with Maiduguri and surrounding LGAs.

Preferably:

• Experience working with NGOs in field procurement.
• Ability to ride a motorcycle or drive (with valid license).
• Familiarity with Kanuri or Hausa.