UNOPS recruits 01 Procurement Assistant

Procurement Assistant

Job categories: Procurement

Vacancy code: VA/2019/B5323/17945

Department/office: AFR, KEMC, Kenya

Duty station: Nairobi, Kenya

Contract type: Local ICA Support

Contract level: LICA-4

Duration: ongoing

Dealine date:  15-Jun-2019

Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement.

 Background Information – Job-specific

Under the guidance and supervision of the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Assistant provides administrative support in the management of a variety of processes/transactions in implementing procurement and contracting of commodities, materials, equipment and services for Regional Offices and Project Centres, ensuring high quality and accuracy of work. He/she uses his/her own discretion to address unforeseen situations, seeking advice from and/or reporting to supervisor as applicable.

The Procurement Assistant liaises with Operations and Support Services Group and project managers in order to ensure best support.  In performing his/her work, the Procurement Assistant promotes a client, quality and results-oriented approach.

Functional Responsibilities

Summary of Key Functions:  Implementation of operational strategies …

 Education

Secondary education is required. Technical/Professional Diploma is preferre…

 Experience

Minimum of  four years of relevant experience is required. Experience i…

 Languages

Good written and verbal communication in English is required.

 Competencies

Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and enc…

 Additional Considerations

Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time Applications …

 Contract type, level and duration

Contract type; Local Individual Contractor  Contract level; LICA 4 …

Background Information – UNOPS

UNOPS is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful imp…