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Procurement Expert
DT Global
Nairobi, KE
Full-time
Posted 2 days ago
Job Description
Job Brief
Procurement Expert (KfW / EU Programmes) – Full-Time, Kenya-Based
Recruiting Organisation: DT Global
Position: Procurement Expert
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya (full-time, mandatory)
Contract Type: Long-term consultancy
About DT Global
DT Global is an international development firm delivering innovative solutions in fragile and complex environments. Working in partnership with governments, donors, and communities, DT Global implements impactful programs that strengthen institutions, promote economic growth, and improve livelihoods across Africa and globally.
DT Global is seeking a highly qualified Procurement Expert to support procurement implementation under the Sudan SME Catalyzer Project, a programme designed to strengthen small and medium-sized enterprises in Sudan through grant financing, technical assistance, and capacity building. The assignment places strong emphasis on ensuring that procurement activities are conducted in full compliance with KfW Procurement Guidelines and applicable European Union procurement regulations, while also contributing to the development of sustainable institutional procurement systems among programme partners.
The role will involve hands-on management of donor-funded procurement processes, oversight of compliance requirements, and delivery of targeted capacity-building initiatives related to procurement planning, tender management, and contract administration. Through these activities, the Procurement Expert will play a key role in enhancing procurement efficiency, transparency, and accountability across programme operations.
The position is based full-time in Nairobi, Kenya, where the Procurement Expert will work closely with programme teams, implementing partners, and key stakeholders. The assignment may also require occasional travel to Sudan, subject to prevailing security conditions.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and support procurement and tender processes in accordance with KfW and EU procurement regulations.
• Prepare and review procurement plans, Terms of Reference (ToRs), tender dossiers, and evaluation frameworks.
• Support the full tender cycle, including clarifications, evaluations, and documentation of procurement decisions.
• Ensure complete and auditable procurement records in line with donor compliance requirements.
• Provide procurement-related inputs to donor reporting and audits.
• Deliver procurement onboarding and training sessions for programme partners and investees.
• Provide hands-on guidance and knowledge transfer on procurement governance and procedures
Required Qualifications
Education
• Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics or a closely related field. Professional certification, such as Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply certification or equivalent, is highly desirable.
Professional Experience
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in procurement is Mandatory.
• Proven experience implementing procurement processes under KfW and/or EU-funded projects is Mandatory.
• Strong experience preparing procurement documentation and managing tender processes.
• Experience in complex or fragile environments is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting private sector or SME-related programs is an added advantage.
Skills And Competencies
• Strong knowledge of international donor procurement procedures.
• Excellent contract management and procurement documentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Language Requirements
• Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory.
How To Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit:
• A detailed CV clearly demonstrating KfW and/or EU procurement experience
• Evidence of full fluency in Arabic and English
• Information confirming availability for full-time residence in Nairobi
Applications should be submitted to bdafrica@dt-global.com and cc stephen.kasera@dt-global.com . with the subject line: “Procurement Expert” by CoB 30th April 2026.
Applications will only be considered if All mandatory requirements above are met.
Procurement Expert (KfW / EU Programmes) – Full-Time, Kenya-Based
Recruiting Organisation: DT Global
Position: Procurement Expert
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya (full-time, mandatory)
Contract Type: Long-term consultancy
About DT Global
DT Global is an international development firm delivering innovative solutions in fragile and complex environments. Working in partnership with governments, donors, and communities, DT Global implements impactful programs that strengthen institutions, promote economic growth, and improve livelihoods across Africa and globally.
DT Global is seeking a highly qualified Procurement Expert to support procurement implementation under the Sudan SME Catalyzer Project, a programme designed to strengthen small and medium-sized enterprises in Sudan through grant financing, technical assistance, and capacity building. The assignment places strong emphasis on ensuring that procurement activities are conducted in full compliance with KfW Procurement Guidelines and applicable European Union procurement regulations, while also contributing to the development of sustainable institutional procurement systems among programme partners.
The role will involve hands-on management of donor-funded procurement processes, oversight of compliance requirements, and delivery of targeted capacity-building initiatives related to procurement planning, tender management, and contract administration. Through these activities, the Procurement Expert will play a key role in enhancing procurement efficiency, transparency, and accountability across programme operations.
The position is based full-time in Nairobi, Kenya, where the Procurement Expert will work closely with programme teams, implementing partners, and key stakeholders. The assignment may also require occasional travel to Sudan, subject to prevailing security conditions.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and support procurement and tender processes in accordance with KfW and EU procurement regulations.
• Prepare and review procurement plans, Terms of Reference (ToRs), tender dossiers, and evaluation frameworks.
• Support the full tender cycle, including clarifications, evaluations, and documentation of procurement decisions.
• Ensure complete and auditable procurement records in line with donor compliance requirements.
• Provide procurement-related inputs to donor reporting and audits.
• Deliver procurement onboarding and training sessions for programme partners and investees.
• Provide hands-on guidance and knowledge transfer on procurement governance and procedures
Required Qualifications
Education
• Master’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics or a closely related field. Professional certification, such as Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply certification or equivalent, is highly desirable.
Professional Experience
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in procurement is Mandatory.
• Proven experience implementing procurement processes under KfW and/or EU-funded projects is Mandatory.
• Strong experience preparing procurement documentation and managing tender processes.
• Experience in complex or fragile environments is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting private sector or SME-related programs is an added advantage.
Skills And Competencies
• Strong knowledge of international donor procurement procedures.
• Excellent contract management and procurement documentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Language Requirements
• Fluency in Arabic and English is mandatory.
How To Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit:
• A detailed CV clearly demonstrating KfW and/or EU procurement experience
• Evidence of full fluency in Arabic and English
• Information confirming availability for full-time residence in Nairobi
Applications should be submitted to bdafrica@dt-global.com and cc stephen.kasera@dt-global.com . with the subject line: “Procurement Expert” by CoB 30th April 2026.
Applications will only be considered if All mandatory requirements above are met.
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