Procurement Intern (#RF202506)

I- Introduction:

The Lebanon Reforestation Initiative (LRI) is a Lebanese NGO registered at the Ministry of Interior and Municipalities under no. 1186 on 18 June 2014 that aims to expand, manage, and protect Lebanon’s forests and landscapes through a community-based approach. We work on building resilient communities to environmental threats, increasing environmental awareness and education, advocating for forest conservation, and advancing research in the forestry field.

II- Purpose of the position:

The Procurement Intern provides administrative and logistical support within the procurement department, assisting with tasks like document management, data analysis, and vendor communication. They play a crucial role in the procurement process, helping to ensure the efficient acquisition of goods and services. 

III-Tasks and Responsibilities

• Assist the procurement team in solicitation and acquisition of goods
• Assist the procurement team in searching catalogs and Internet sites looking for new suppliers
• Assist in the suppliers’ selection process, choosing the goods and comparing prices as well as comparing expected delivery dates
• Assist in monitoring on the delivery of issued Purchase Orders and contracts
• Carry filing of tenders, evaluation reports, contracts and invoices
• Communicate with suppliers regarding the status of delivery dates for orders
• Assist in updating procurement documents, suppliers’ lists, etc.
• Support other/ad hoc activities as seen relevant and needed

IV- Competencies

• Good analytical skills in gathering and consolidating data and research for practical implementation;
• Initiative-taking person with a goal oriented mindset;
• Accurate with attention to detail 
• Communicates effectively when working in teams and independently;
• Good in organizing and structuring various tasks and responsibilities;
• Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability;
• Responds positively to feedback and differing points of view;
• Consistently approaches work with energy and a positive, constructive attitude.

V- Requirements and skills:

• University Major: Procurement, Business Administration, Finance or related field. 
• Proficiency in MS Office suite.
• Very good in English & Arabic. French is a plus.