Procurement Officer

About the jobApplication period 28-Jan-2025 to 03-Feb-2025Functional Responsibilities:Implementation of operational procurement strategiesManagement of procurement processes Implementation of sourcing strategy and e-procurement tools Facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing Team Management  Implements key aspects of operational procurement strategies focusing on achievement of the following results:Full compliance of assigned procurement activities with UNOPS rules, regulations, policies and strategies; implementation of the effective internal control, proper design and functioning of a client-oriented procurement management system. Implementation of, or support to, the different steps of the procurement processes, including Pre-Purchasing: Strategy and Planning; Requirements Definition; Sourcing; Purchasing: Solicitation; Management of Submissions; Evaluation; Review and Award; Post Purchasing: Contract finalization and issuance; Logistics; and Contract Management.  Provides technical support and guidance to procurement processes of the Business Unit, focusing on achievement of the following results:Timely and duly prepared elements of procurement plans and monitoring of their implementation Guidelines followed on embedding sustainability along the procurement process. 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 rules and regulation. Preparation of submissions to the Contract and Property Committees (CPCs). Monitoring of contractor performance and certification of completed work for compliance with contractual terms and payment. Education/Experience/Language requirements:EducationA first-level university (Bachelor's) degree, combined with two (2) years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related fields, is required. An advanced university (Masters') degree in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related fields is an asset. Chartered Institute of Supply and Management (CIPS) or similar international certification is a distinct advantage. ExperienceAt least two (2) years of relevant experience in procurement, with a BA degree, is required. Experience working with a range of stakeholders in developing countries is desirable. Knowledge of UN/UNDP/UNOPS Procurement Rules and Regulations is an advantage. Knowledge of Google Suite applications is desirable.LanguageFluency in written, reading and oral English is required. Fluency in the local language (Amharic) is required. Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.