UNOPS Procurement Associate Jobs in Ethiopia
UNOPS Procurement Associate Jobs in Ethiopia
Functional ResponsibilitiesUnder the direct supervision of the Procurement Specialist supervisor and under the guidance from the Head of Support Services, the Procurement Associate ensures the provision of efficient and timely support services in procurement and contract administration.
He/she promotes a client-focused, quality and results- oriented approach and provides support to the relevant procurement personnel.
In the discharge of her/his duties, the Procurement Associate works with minimal supervision and liaises with UNOPS Programme Support Officers, Chief Technical Advisors, Portfolio Managers and Portfolio Assistants in order to ensure best support.
Transactional Procurement Support services:
Full compliance of procurement activities with UNOPS rules, regulations, policies and strategies; including implementation of the effective internal control, proper design and functioning of a client-oriented procurement management system
Incorporation of necessary steps to embed sustainability in the procurement process;
Completeness of submissions to the Contract and Property Committees (CPCs);
Completeness of documentation for preparation/processing of Purchase Orders (POs), Contracts, LTAs or their Amendments;
Provision of requested research/data on market supply by conducting routine market research to determine sources of supplies, using United Nations Global Market Place, and other external sources;
Set-up/improvement and maintenance of the local supplier database, ensuring regular update of data;
Information databases, all procurement files and records updated and maintained;
Status reports generated, as required;
Availability of all supporting documents for audit and review purposes.
Preparation of shortlists of suitable contractors/suppliers for purchases of value over designated amounts for approval of designated officer;
Preparation and issuance of Expression of Interest (EOI), Request for Information (RFI), Request for Quotation (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), Instruction to Bidders (ITB) or other tender documents as required, ensuring their conformity with UNOPS approved templates or seeking legal clearance in case of required adjustments on UNOPS eSourcing Platform;
Handles Note for Shopping (NFS) for small purchases for Goods, Services and/or Works for PMU in Djibouti Office;
Handles Call-of-Orders (COO) from exiting and active LTAs for Goods, Services or Works;
Together with the requesting
programme/operations clients, support review and evaluation of bids or proposals received and preparation of analysis for less-complex, contract awards and for submission to the LCPC or other, statutory, designated body;
Preparation of HQCPC, or designated body, submission together with the requesting programme/operations component;
Organizing of LCPC (or designated, statutory body) meetings as may be required, and circulating at least 24 hours in advance documents for review;
Maintenance of records of LCPC or designated, statutory body.
Contract administration: Supports efficient contract administration, focusing on achievement of the following results:
Follow-up signing of contracts by vendors;
Obligation of funds on oneUNOPS Enterprise system and obtaining of appropriate signatures for approval;
Manages Contact Amendments and/or Variation Orders (VOs) (if any) once the contract is in due course of implementation;
Review of commercial invoices, shipping documents thereof and follow-up of payments to vendors upon successful delivery of Goods, Services or Works;
Facilitates Vendors/Suppliers Performance Evaluation in close collaboration of Project Managers (PMS);
Dissemination of contract records and awards;
Maintenance of contracts and record system in hard copies, soft copies and oneDrive platforms for subsequent review by Project Managers, internal users and/or Auditors;
Maintenance of databases/rosters of the best suppliers, contractors and service providers, activities and procurement statistics;
Collaborate with internal and/or external UNOPS auditors while reviewing contract
records for procurement of Goods, Services and/or Works within a given timeframe; as well as adhere to auditor’s recommendations (if any) to ensure procurement due diligence thereby improve service excellence.
Knowledge building and knowledge sharing
Organizes, facilitates and/or delivers training and learning initiatives for personnel on procurement and project staff;
Provides sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice by synthesizing of lessons learnt and dissemination of best practices in procurement;
Collects feedback, ideas, and internal knowledge about processes and best practices and utilize productively.
Impact of Results: The effective and successful achievement of results by the Procurement Associate affect the performance of major aspects of the relevant business unit/s, project activities, procurement and contract management support services, impacting the timely and effective implementation of the respective services and deliverables.
This ensures client satisfaction and promotes the image and credibility of UNOPS as an effective service provider in project services and management.
This enhances UNOPS’ competitive position as a partner of choice in sustainable development and project services in the country/region served.
Additional Considerations
Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNOPS seeks to reasonably accommodate candidates with special needs, upon request.
Work life harmonization - UNOPS values its people and recognizes the importance of balancing professional and personal demands.
We have a progressive policy on work-life harmonization and offer several flexible working options.
This policy applies to UNOPS personnel on all contract types
For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
For retainer contracts, you must complete a few Mandatory Courses (around 4 hours) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.
Job Requirements
Education /Experience /Language Requirements
Education
Completion of secondary school is required.
First University Degree in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Business
Administration or relevant field is desirable and may substitute some of the required years of experience .
Relevant certification in Procurement and Supply Chain Management (CIPS or similar) is a distinct advantage.
Experience
A minimum of six (6) years of relevant experience (or less depending on academic credentials) in providing procurement support services in national and/or international public or corporate organizations.
Supervisory experience of personnel in procurement support services is preferred.
Experience in working with a range of stakeholders in developing countries is an asset.
Some experience in UN system organizations is desirable.
Proficiency in computers and office software packages (G suite or MS Office) and experience in handling of web-based procurement systems (eTendering) is required.
Experience in use of Enterprise systems including OneUNOPS is desirable
Language Requirements
Fluency in written and oral English is required.
Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UNOPS Procurement Associate Jobs in Ethiopia
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