Manufacturing

Procurement Intern

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)·Anambra, nigeria·Full Time·Internship
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Role Summary

  • The Procurement Intern will provide operational and administrative support to the Procurement Unit, assisting with day-to-day activities across the end-to-end procurement process.
  • The role will also provide clerical and coordination support to ensure efficient and smooth delivery of procurement activities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support day-to-day execution of the unit's activities;
  • Provide general administrative support to the Procurement unit;
  • Maintain and update Procurement trackers and logs;
  • Support in organizing vendor documents and maintaining an orderly vendor database;
  • Assist in following up with vendors and internal stakeholders on documentation;
  • Assist in preparing meeting notes and supporting logistics for bid openings/evaluations where required;
  • Liaise with requesting units to clarify specifications and follow up on approvals;
  • Any other support duties assigned by supervisors.

Requirements

Essential:

  • Academic training: A First-class Bachelor's degree in Administration, Management Sciences, Social Sciences or a similarly relevant field from a reputable university;
  • Criteria: Applicants must either have been deployed to camp or be scheduled for deployment under the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme in Nigeria at the time of application.

What we Value:

  • A genuine interest and commitment to the mission and values of SCIDaR
  • Intellectual curiosity and a strong appetite for continuous learning and development
  • Strong analytical, strategic and problem-solving abilities, coupled with creative and logical thinking
  • Initiative, ownership and a results-oriented approach to achieving meaningful outcomes
  • The ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and engage constructively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
  • Adaptability and resilience, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage competing priorities
  • Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to delivering high-quality work
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively
  • Openness to feedback and a willingness to learn from and contribute to colleagues at every level of the organization

What We Offer

  • At SCIDaR, beyond a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, we offer an exciting, fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment where ambitious individuals can learn, grow and make a meaningful impact.
  • You will have access to continuous learning and development opportunities, hands-on exposure to challenging projects, mentorship from experienced professionals, and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility and build a rewarding career.
  • We provide a collaborative workplace where talented, driven individuals are empowered to develop their skills, expand their networks and reach their full potential.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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At a glance

Company

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR)

Location

Anambra, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

October 14, 2026

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