UNICEF recruits 01 Procurement Officer

UNICEF recruits 01 Procurement Officer



Description de l’offre Key functions, accountabilities and related duties/tasks Summary of key functions/accountabilities Undertake local procurement of programme and administration supplies in close consultation, guidance and supervision of Supply & Logistics Specialist and coordination with programme/ administration colleagues i.e., market surveys, supplier/vendor sourcing and evaluations, invite bids/quotations, tabulate/adjudicate, CRC submission, issuance of local purchase orders, monitoring payments to supplies and their performance and prepare monthly Local Procurement Status Reports. Undertake institutional service contract of programme and administration related services, as appropriate in close consultation, guidance and supervision of Supply & Logistics Specialist and coordination with programme/administration colleagues, market surveys, contractor/vendor sourcing, invite bids/quotations, tabulate/adjudicate, recommendation for CRC submission and issuance of local service contracts, contract administration including monitoring payments to contractors and their performance, and prepare monthly Contract Status report. Oversee supply/contract/distribution plan preparation in close coordination with programme and logistics colleagues, review and finalization of Supply Requisitions/Terms of Reference/Technical Bid documents/Request for Contracts drafted by Programme Section in terms of specifications, budgets, accuracy, corrections, amendment/adjustments etc. and advise requesting programme/Admin section on related matters. In close consultation with supply assistants and under the guidance of supervisor, maintain close liaison with Supply Division and Regional Office colleagues on all offshore procurements in terms of new policies, LTAS for Direct Orders, accuracy of specifications, timely issuance of Local Procurement Authorizations and overseas Purchases Orders, Shipping Documents, budget adjustments, amendments and supply/logistics related communications. Co-ordinate with logistics colleagues (Shipping Assistant, Warehousse Assistant) in sharing supply & distribution plans, offshore and local supplies order and arrival status to ensure logistics team carry out advance planning on receipt, tax exemptions, warehousing, in-country distribution, monitoring and preparation of status reports. Maintain Vision supply monitoring system, with relevant reports, participate in preparation of Vision generated supply status required for donor reports, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, appeals, routine supply information sharing within the office, etc. Assist the Supply & Logistics Specialist in end-user monitoring of supplies whenever planned and necessary including training Government counterparts/NGOs on supply and logistics practices. Liaise with Supply Division and Procurement Services customers in Senegal and as focal person ensure effective communication between them and necessary documentation. Participate in events/meetings that build partnerships and collaborative relations with Government, UN organizations and bilateral counterparts in supply and logistics activities including harmonized and collaborative procurement. Prepare relevant supply reports to facilitate advisory support to Governments/national systems in defining and determining supply solutions for children, such as use of procurement services; supply financing solutions; local market development; private sector engagement. Support initiatives for promote critical thinking, innovative approaches and good practices on supply chain management within the organization as well as with externals to ensure effective and efficient supply chains for children. Further to analysis of supply spend and related procurement strategies, support initiatives to ensure local market development where relevant. To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have… Education: University degree in Business Administration, Management, International Economics, Engineering, International Development, Contract/commercial Law or in directly related areas of specialization, including credited courses in supply, logistics, purchasing or contracting. Or, a recognized qualification in procurement and contracting. Educational qualification in relevant areas (transport or logistics operations/management, supply change management, etc.) Experience: Minimum 2 years of progressively responsible professional work experience at the national level in supply management, logistics, purchasing, contracting and administration and/or other related fields. Language Requirements: Fluency in French and working knowledge of English is required. For every Child, you demonstrate… UNICEF’s values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Accountability UNICEEF competencies required for this post are… Nurtures, Leads and Manages People (1) Demonstrates Self Awareness and Ethical Awareness (2) Works Collaboratively with others (2) Builds and Maintains Partnerships (2) Innovates and Embraces Change (2) Thinks and Acts Strategically (2) Drive to achieve impactful results (2) Manages ambiguity and complexity (2) UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization. UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check. Remarks : Mobility is a condition of international professional employment with UNICEF and an underlying premise of the international civil service. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. Deadline: 23 Mar 2022 Greenwich Standard Time.
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