Administrative, Logistics and Procurement Support Consultant

About the role

Near East Foundation (NEF) is inviting qualified individuals to apply for an independent consultancy assignment under the ProDIGI project, based in Baghdad with support across project locations including the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. The consultant delivers defined procurement documentation and event logistics packages for the agreed activities, from sourcing and comparing offers to documenting readiness and completion. Routine office administration, staff supervision, standing purchasing and asset management are outside the scope.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare procurement and event delivery plans, quotation requests, supplier offers and documented comparisons, then submit recommendations and draft purchasing documents for NEF approval.
• Prepare 12 event logistics packages for six GOI cohorts, recruitment events and Career Development Centre training stages, including venue assessments, schedules, transport, accommodation and travel arrangements.
• Verify deliveries against approved orders, check invoices and prepare invoice-verification files and exception lists.
• Provide equipment handover records and submit organized electronic records with an index, plus a final handover summary.

Required profile

• Qualification in business administration, logistics, procurement, supply chain or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering procurement documentation or event logistics assignments, with dated examples.
• Experience coordinating events, venues, transport and accommodation across multiple locations.
• Experience verifying deliveries, checking invoices and preparing indexed procurement files.
• Fluency in Arabic and working proficiency in English; relevant training is an advantage.

Required skills

• Preparation of procurement plans, specifications and quotation requests, and support of bid evaluations.
• Use of spreadsheets, Word and electronic filing systems.

The assignment runs from 15 November 2026 to 30 June 2027, with monthly payments in IQD tied to accepted deliverables. Applications are submitted through the NEF vacancy on BambooHR with a CV, cover letter and financial offer.