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Since 2006, the French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) in Kabul, Afghanistan, has served patients from all 34 provinces. Operated through a public-private partnership among the Governments of Afghanistan and France, La Chaine de L’Espoir, and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), with management by the Aga Khan University, FMIC delivers world-class medical services and drives healthcare innovation in the region.

FMIC provides specialized consultations, advanced diagnostics (CT, MRI, radiology), surgeries, a 24/7 pharmacy, and state-of-the-art laboratory testing. It has recorded over 2.3 million patient visits and consultations, conducted 6.8 million laboratory tests, and performed 59,000 surgeries, including more than 5,700 paediatric and adult cardiac procedures. As Afghanistan’s first ISO and SafeCare-certified hospital (recertified in 2024), FMIC has pioneered open-heart surgery, advanced diagnostics, and telemedicine, earning the IHF Award in 2021.

With a 176-bed capacity and a highly skilled Afghan medical team, FMIC is committed to advancing healthcare excellence. Through its Patient Welfare Support Programme, it has provided over $57.6 million in subsidized or free care, ensuring equitable access to high-quality treatment for vulnerable populations.

The ideal candidate would be able to:

• Purchase various general items based on approved Stock Purchase Requisitions (SPRs) and Purchase Requisitions (PRs) within the specified time frame, in accordance with institutional policies and procedures.
• For non-recurring and high-value items (i.e., above AFN 12,500), conduct extensive market research to obtain at least three competitive quotations, and seek approval from the relevant Purchase Committee, supervisor, and concerned department head prior to order placement.
• Carry out offshore purchases by placing purchase orders and coordinating with freight forwarders and internal departments to ensure timely processing and shipment of goods.
• Prepare all Purchase Orders (POs) and maintain accurate and organized records of procurement activities.
• Coordinate with the Finance Department to ensure timely payment to all suppliers and service providers.
• Prepare the fortnightly report on purchases and work in progress assignments and submit it to the immediate supervisor.
• Ensure timely clearance of advance payments, particularly for international procurements, within the defined deadlines.
• Draft and manage quarterly or annual contracts with suppliers for recurring supply of consumables and other regular items.
• Carryout any other tasks as and when assigned by supervisor/department head.

• Good knowledge of procurement and supply chain management.
• Good negotiation skill.
• Good communication, interpersonal and management skills.
• Ability to work under difficult working conditions.
• Good computer skills, especially MS Office.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Dear applicant,

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before submitting your resume, make sure that it has specific details about your qualifications and experience, including the dates.

Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the criteria will be contacted.

If you are not invited for a written test or interview within a four-week period of time, please consider that your application was not considered for this vacancy.

Validated copies of academic certificates/diplomas will be requested only if you are selected.

Best regards,

FMIC HR Team

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