Dutystation: Multiple
Functional responsibilities
Leads the development and implementation of procurement and contracting strategies for goods, services and works, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Appropriate application of UNOPS procurement governance framework (rules, regulations, policies and tools) in Business Unit and Project operations.
Provision of policy advice and guidance to project managers on all procurement related aspects throughout the procurement cycle.
Provision of supply-market intelligence and analysis.
Procurement strategies, approaches and plans designed and implemented according to cost reduction and saving strategies, applying:
Expertise in market intelligence matched to business requirements;
Optimal Stakeholder management principles;
Sustainability criteria;
Appropriate work processes to individual cases.
Sustainability embedded in the procurement process.
Appropriate procurement modalities and instruments applied (e-sourcing, procurement and Rosters of Suppliers) based on individual case requirements, utilizing expert knowledge of procurement policies and instruments.
Creation, implementation and oversight of proper monitoring and control of procurement processes in Business Unit and projects including organization of RFQ, ITB or RFP, receipt of quotations, bids or proposals, their evaluation, negotiation of certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with UNOPS Procurement rules and regulations.
Management and coordination of evaluation processes and preparation of requests for awards and submissions to Contract and Property Committees (CPCs)
Procurement contracts and contractors optimally managed through supplier and contract performance management against agreed benchmarks and through agreed reporting mechanisms.
Implementation of Internal control system.
Elaboration of comments regarding project audit reports of the Business Units, when necessary.
Creation, development and management of rosters of suppliers, elaboration of supplier selection and evaluation, quality and performance measurement mechanisms.
Ensures that the e-sourcing tools are used in accordance with PG goals and standards in this area.
Participate in common initiatives to boost the engagement and provision of high quality results and services of SNMCprocurement function through effective recruitment, work planning, performance management, coaching, and promotion of learning and development.
Provide guidance and ensure compliance by project team members with existing policies and best practices.
Support, facilitate and/or deliver training and learning initiatives for Business Units’ personnel on Procurement-related topics.
Support and facilitate initiatives on capacity development and knowledge building for procurement personnel, including network development, plans, learning plans and activities, procurement practice information and best practice benchmarking.
Contribute to Procurement knowledge networks and communities of practice including collaborative synthesis of lessons learnt and dissemination of best practices in procurement management.
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
Advanced Degree preferably in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Law, Commerce, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Economics or related field.
A First University degree in combination with a minimum of seven (7) years’ qualifying experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.
For those who do not have a degree in Procurement of Supply Chain Management, A level 4 certificate delivered by Chartered Institute of Supply and Management (CIPS) or similar international Certification, is a distinct advantage.
Knowledge of UN/ /UNOPS Procurement Rules and Regulations is a distinct advantage.
Experience:
A minimum of five (5) years’ professional experience in procurement management including at least two years at international level
Experience in advising on implementing policies and procedures to deliver a range of complex procurement programmes and services is a distinct advantage
At least 1 year of experience in working with a range of stakeholders
At least two (2) years of supervisory experience
Some experience in UN system organizations, preferably in a developing country, is desirable
At least one (1) year working experience in Developing countries
Proven experience in the usage of ERP, e-procurement tools is required
Language Requirements:
Full knowledge of the working language is essential for both English and French
Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.
TOGETHER, WE BUILD THE FUTURE
UNOPS – an operational arm of the United Nations – supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by successfully implementing its partners’ peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.
Our mission is to help people build better lives and countries achieve peace and sustainable development.
We are proud of our people and embrace diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunities. Our workforce brings together approximately 160 nationalities, represented by over 5,000 UNOPS personnel as well as some 7,800 personnel recruited on behalf of our partners. Spread across 80 countries from a range of backgrounds, and languages and have different gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities.
We encourage women and candidates from underrepresented groups in UNOPS to apply. These include candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
