United Nations UN MINUSCA Jobs - Procurement Officer ~ Ugandan Jobline Jobs

Organization: United Nations

Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African

Republic (MINUSCA)

Duty Station: Entebbe,

Uganda

Job Opening Number: 15-PRO-MINUSCA-48082-F-ENTEBBE

(M)

Report to: Procurement

Officer/Team Leader

The Security

Council established the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated

Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) by its

resolution 2149 (2104) of 10 April 2014 and requested the Secretary-General to

subsume BINUCA in the new mission as of the date of the adoption of that

resolution.  It further requested the

Secretary-General to ensure a seamless transition from BINUCA to MINUSCA.

Key Duties and Responsibilities: Within limits

of delegated authority and under the direct supervision of the Team Leader and

the overall guidance of the Chief of the Regional Procurement Office, the Procurement

Officer will be responsible for the following duties:

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Plans, develops and manages all procurement and

contractual aspects of projects of significant complexity related to worldwide

procurement of diverse services and commodities (e.g. information technology,

electronic equipment and instruments, vehicles, medicines, foodstuffs, building

maintenance materials, office supplies, construction, furniture, etc.), taking

into account local economic and other conditions.

·        
Guides the requisitioning units and receipt entities

on the full range of procurement issues, providing support and guidance at all

stage of the procurement cycle.

·        
Prepares/oversees preparation and distribution of

invitations to tender and manages/conducts all aspects of bid/proposal

evaluations.

·        
The incumbent formulates strategies and designs

innovative solutions to resolve issues/conflicts for complex procurement

projects.

·        
Establishes and maintains work program and schedule

for ongoing contracts and newly-planned ones.

·        
Actively participates in negotiations with senior

supplier representatives; signs procurement orders up to the authorized limit,

and, in cases where the amount exceeds authorized signature authority, prepares

submissions to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by

the authorized official.

·        
Carries out market research to stay abreast with market

developments; researches and analyzes statistical data and market reports on

the world commodity situation, production patterns and availability of good and

services.

·        
Identifies new technologies, and products/services,

evaluates and recommends potential supply sources and participates in the

incorporation of research results into the procurement program.

·        
Manages adherence to contractual agreements,

recommends amendments and extensions of contracts, and advises concerned

parties on contractual rights and obligations.

·        
Prepares a variety of procurement-related documents,

contracts, communications, guidelines, instructions, etc.

·        
Provides technical guidance to, and may supervise,

new/junior staff.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:          

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The ideal candidate for the United Nations

Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African

Republic (MINUSCA) Procurement Officer career opportunity should hold an advanced

university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration,

public administration, commerce, engineering, law or a related field.  A first-level university degree in

combination with additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted

in lieu of the advanced university degree. A certification in procurement is

desirable.

·        
At least five years of progressively responsible

experience in procurement, contract management, contract administration or

logistics and supply chain management is required.

·        
Two years of experience directly related to

first-hand procurement or contracting is required.

·        
First-hand experience in conducting procurement at

the international level for an intergovernmental organisation(s), governmental

organisations(s), or large multi-national organisations(s) is desirable.

·        
Procurement experience in peacekeeping missions and/

or field duty stations within the UN system would be an asset.

·        
Languages: English and

French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the

positions advertised, fluency in oral and written English is required. Working

knowledge of French is required.

·        
Professionalism: Knowledge of

internationally recognized procurement standards and of all phases of

international procurement techniques and operations used in contracting for a

diverse range of goods and services.  Knowledge

of contract law and expertise in handling complex contract issues. Knowledge of

quantitative methods to measure supplier capacity systems and ability to

identify sources of supply, market trends and pricing.  Ability to shape and influence agreements

with requisitioning units and vendors. 

Ability to apply technical expertise to resolve a range of

issues/problems.  Shows pride in work and

in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject

matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing

deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than

personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or

challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for

incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women

and men in all areas of work. 

·        
Planning and Organizing: Develops clear

goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority

activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates

appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks

and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and

actions as necessary; uses time efficiently. 

·        
Client Orientation: Considers all

those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see

things from clients’ point of view; establishes and maintains productive

partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies

clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors ongoing

developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed and

anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in

projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

NB: The United Nations does not charge a fee at any

stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing,

or training). The United Nations does not concern itself with information on

applicants’ bank accounts.

All suitably

qualified and interested candidates desiring to serve the United Nations

Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African

Republic (MINUSCA) in the aforementioned capacity should express their interest

by visiting the UN recruitment website and clicking Apply Now.

Deadline: 30^th September, 2015