Procurement Intern Job Vacancies at PATH

About the job

Start Date: February 1st ,2023.

Duration: Six (6) months

Estimated number of hours per week: 40Hrs.

Will the intern be receiving a stipend: Yes

Will the intern travel? (Local or international): Yes (Local)

PATH is a global nonprofit dedicated to achieving health equity. With more than 40 years of experience forging multisector partnerships, and with expertise in science, economics, technology, advocacy, and dozens of other specialties, PATH develops and scales up innovative solutions to the world’s most pressing health challenges.

PATH Kenya has been implementing sustainable health solutions that align with Kenya’s needs and priorities for nearly three decades. As a locally registered organization, PATH Kenya forges close partnerships with local and national leaders and communities to tackle complex health challenges, strengthen health systems, and improve outcomes

Description Of Internship Project

PATH Kenya is the lead implementing Partner for the USAID Nuru Ya Mtoto which is a USAID project funded by PEPFAR. The project’s focus is to increase use of high-quality, county-led health and social services, prevent new HIV infections, and reduce OVC and AGYW vulnerability. The project is implemented by PATH Kenya with ADS Nyanza as a consortium partner. The project is implemented at the county level, in the community and health facilities in the counties of Homa Bay, Migori, Nyamira, Kisumu, Kakamega, Vihiga and Kisii, in close collaboration with and support of county health management teams, department of children and social services and the Ministry of Health of Kenya.

Benefit To Intern

To help the intern gain valuable experience to aid in transitioning into the workforce
To encourage the intern to apply the skills and knowledge learned in the classroom to realistic situations professional accountants face.
Equip intern with a variety of skills to help find a successful career in Procurement & Supplies Management

Internship’s Goals And Learning Objectives

This internship is designed to provide a practical work experience to students or recent graduates in Procurement & Supplies Management or a related field. The intern will work together with the Procurement team in fulfilling the day to day duties of the department.

Proposed activities:

The Procurement Intern will have the opportunity to learn and work on how to:

Facilitate filing of contract documents and ensure completeness of files per their respective checklist.
Assist in the preparation of reports, solicitation documents and contracts.
Assist in bid evaluation and price/quotations comparison analysis.
Assist in the receipt, verification and acceptance of goods and services procured.

Learning outcomes (how the Intern’s performance will be evaluated):

The Intern will be evaluated based on outcomes of the assigned activities as well as on feedback from colleagues.

Required Skills

Required Experience

Undergraduate Degree qualification in Purchasing & Supplies Management or its equivalent.
Recent/Fresh graduates (at most, graduated in the past two years)
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Ms. Office applications especially word and excel.
Drive to be a self-starter.
Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize.

PATH is dedicated to building an inclusive workforce where diversity is valued.

PATH is an equal opportunity employer. Every qualified applicant will be considered for employment. PATH does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, national origin, marital status, disability status, political ideology, military or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.