Procurement Graduate Intern Job at SCIDaR (Abuja) – Apply Today

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR) • Abuja • Full-Time

Job Description

This Procurement Graduate Intern role focuses on supporting the Procurement Unit in providing operational support for SCIDaR programs. The Intern will assist across the end-to-end procurement process, from vendor sourcing and bid analysis to documentation, compliance checks, and payment processing support. Day-to-day work covers vendor management, procurement reporting, market research, and file management in FCT Abuja.

  • Job Location: FCT Abuja
  • Employment Type: Internship
  • Salary: Not stated

About the Company

Solina Centre for International Development and Research (SCIDaR), founded in Nigeria, is an indigenous non-profit organization dedicated to researching and developing evidence-based approaches for implementing high-impact health interventions in Africa. The organisation works with businesses, governments, researchers, and development organizations to develop innovative solutions that address pressing development challenges. SCIDaR is committed to improving health and social outcomes through effective program implementation, capacity building, and dissemination of insights from rigorous research for policy change.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in vendor management processes which includes sourcing, prequalification, evaluation, and maintenance of vendor database
  • Support preparation of procurement reports, trackers, and compliance checklists
  • Assist in ensuring all procurement files are complete, accurate, and audit-ready
  • Support market price research and cost analysis
  • Liaise with requesting units to clarify specifications and follow up on approvals
  • Any other procurement-related tasks assigned

Required Skills

  • Academic training: Minimum of a Second-Class Upper Bachelor's degree in Administration, Management Sciences field, Social Sciences field or a similarly relevant field from a reputable and accredited university
  • Criteria: 0 - 2 years of relevant post-NYSC experience and a strong record of leadership in an academic, professional or extracurricular setting
  • 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

How to Apply
Interested candidates should Apply here.

Why This Job Might Be a Good Fit
This role suits a recent graduate with strong academic standing who wants hands-on procurement and operations experience inside a development organisation rather than a commercial supply chain role. Because the position covers vendor management, compliance documentation, and cost analysis, it builds practical procurement skills that transfer across NGOs, development organisations, and corporate supply chain teams.

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