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Procurement Advisor at UNOPS, Afghanistan

Deadline: 19 December 2015

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is currently seeking applications form the eligible applicants for the post of Procurement Advisor in Kabul, Afghanistan. The duration for the post is of 3 months.

UNOPS mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.

Key Jobs Responsibility

The Procurement Advisor will perform the following functions-

  • Full compliance of the project procurement activities with UNOPS rules, regulations policies and strategies; elaboration of the effective internal control, proper design and functioning of a client-oriented procurement management system.
  • Elaboration and implementation of cost saving and reduction strategies.
  • Timely and proper preparation of procurement plans for the project, establishment of the deadlines and monitoring of their implementation.
  • Preparation of Bid Evaluation Reports (BERs) for works and goods, and Consultants evaluation reports for services.
  • Preparation of submissions to the HQCPC (UNOPS Contract and property Committee) as and when required.
  • Preparation of submissions to the Government’s Special Procurement Committee (SPC) as and when required.
  • Provide procurement support during project preparation; and project implementation (including prior and post reviews of all procurement documents and decisions) for the project.
  • Assist in procurement capacity building activities including support and the procurement process.
  • Provide advice to end users to improve quality of requests; issue invitations to bid, request for quotations, and Requests for Proposals (RFPs), as appropriate; evaluate offers for compliance with requirements in ITB/RFP.
  • Maintain effective liaison with contractors/suppliers to ensure timely delivery. Liaise with end users, contractors and suppliers on quality deficiencies and on appropriateness of goods.
  • Evaluate contractors’/ suppliers’ claims pertaining to outstanding contracts/procurement actions; subsequent endorsement of invoices in accordance with UNOPS and UN Financial Rules and Regulations.
  • Work on procurement matters in specific sectors with project and ACD staff in the performance of UNOPS and World Bank procurement policies and regulations, seeking guidance on complex issues from senior procurement staff.
  • Work across project, responsible for reviewing and handling of the technical, commercial and legal aspects of procurement (with necessary consultations) at all stages of the project cycle.
  • Provide operational advice to project and ACD staff on concepts, policies and procedures for international and local procurement.
  • Asses’ procurement implications of project evaluate institutional capacity of project and develop suitable procurement plans in coordination with the Team Leader.
  • Negotiate and resolve difficult procurement issues with project and ACD and handle questions/complaints from senior officials and contractors on bidding and award issues in project.
  • Assist in development of specifications based on end user requirements and prepare shortlists based on investigation of markets as well as policy considerations to the project.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have-

  • Master’s Degree preferably in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field.
  • A First Level University Degree with an additional 2 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the Master’s Degree requirement.
  • Minimum 7 years relevant experience in procurement of related works, particularly within construction and rehabilitation projects; 2 years of which at least using WB procurement guidelines for WB-funded projects related to civil works implementation.
  • Experience in conducting training on subjects related to procurement and contract management activities.
  • Knowledge of UN/UNDP/UNOPS Procurement Rules and Regulations a distinct advantage.
  • Previous work experience in Afghanistan or similar conflict/post-conflict environment an asset.
  • Relevant certification in procurement and supply chain (CIPS) a distinct advantage.
  • Proficiency in English language is required.
  • Knowledge of a local language (Dari, Pashtu) is an asset.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through the online process.

For more information, please visit UNOPS.