About the Job

External Vacancy Announcement Date: February 24, 2026

The Ethiopian Diabetes Association (EDA), established on January 23, 1984 G.C (1976 E.C), is the first patient-based association in Ethiopia. Its mission is to provide a forum for diabetes patients to discuss prevention, share information, and access treatment. Over the years, EDA has grown into a leading voice in diabetes advocacy, awareness, and support across the country.

Location: Addis Ababa

Reports to: General Manager / Finance Manager

Employment Category: One-year contract with possible extension

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

The Procurement Officer will be responsible for managing the procurement process of the Association, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and transparency.

Key responsibilities include:

• Vendor management: identifying, evaluating, and selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts and terms.

• Procurement planning: developing strategies aligned with organizational goals and managing budgets.

• Purchase orders: creating and managing orders with accurate records.

• Market research: analyzing industry trends and supplier options.

• Compliance: ensuring adherence to procurement policies and ethical standards.

• Collaboration: supporting departments with sourcing and purchasing needs.

• Inventory management: monitoring stock levels and coordinating with suppliers.

• Performance evaluation: assessing supplier performance and recommending improvements.

• Reporting: preparing procurement reports.

• Continuous improvement: enhancing procurement processes for efficiency.

About You

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in procurement or supply chain management.

• Experience in humanitarian settings is an advantage.

• Relevant certifications (CPP, CIPS) are desirable.

Competencies / Technical Skills

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Knowledge of supply chain management principles.

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented and organized.

• Able to work independently and in a team.

• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

Languages

• Fluency in spoken and written English and Amharic.

Requirement Skill

Strong negotiation and communication skills.

How To Apply

Interested applicants must fill out the summery of qualification and experience templet linked in this announcement and sends their CV along with related documents via email to ethdiab@gmail.com Alternatively, applications can be submitted in person at the Ethiopian Diabetes Association Head Office, Bole (behind Skylight Hotel), and Monday to Friday.

For inquiries, please call: +251-6-625808 / +251-6-182160.

N.B. use the link to fill short summary yours: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe1K0ATFC8pkSrEe2TRh7sCS2znXlnogsVfHCNBLxD_Xlx4PA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=116550963114992651374

Job Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management, Supply Chain Management, or related field of study with relevant work experience How to Apply Submit your application and CV along with supporting documents Via email: ethdiab@gmail.com. For further information contact Tel: +2516625808 / +2516182160.