Senior Events, Travel & Logistics Specialist (Procurement)

GIZ South Africa, Lesotho & eSwatini; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international development organization in Pretoria is looking for an Events and Logistics Specialist to manage events, travel logistics, and procurement support. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree with 5-8 years of relevant experience, strong ICT skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. This position offers a fixed-term contract for 24 months with a potential for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 to 8 years experience in a comparable position.
• Solid understanding of Procurement principles.
• Experience with an international donor agency.

Responsibilities

• Organising all elements of events as defined by GIZ including procurement and contracting support.
• Procuring outbound flights for staff partners and visitors.
• Managing transfers and transhipments including goods information and financial flows.
• Managing RFx processes aligned with GIZ rules and Sustainable Procurement.

Skills

Intermediate to advanced ICT and ERP proficiency

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong negotiation and conflict management skills

Strong command of English, knowledge of German is an advantage

Customer service and solution orientation

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines

Education

Bachelor of Commerce in Purchasing, Supply, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Honours or Master of Business Administration

MCIPS or CIPS Accreditation

Tools

SAP Concur

Job description

A leading international development organization in Pretoria is looking for an Events and Logistics Specialist to manage events, travel logistics, and procurement support. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree with 5-8 years of relevant experience, strong ICT skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines. This position offers a fixed-term contract for 24 months with a potential for growth in a dynamic environment.