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Public Interest
Attorney
Government and Government Relations
Min 5 yrs required
Procurement Officer, P3 Responsibilities: 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. Advises requisitioning units and recipient 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. 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. 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. Conducts market research to keep abreast of 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. Oversees 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 guidance to, and may supervise, new/junior staff.
Qualification and Experience
Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent degree) in business administration, public administration, commerce, engineering, law or a related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contract management, contract administration or logistics and supply chain management is required, of which two years are required to be directly related to first-hand procurement or contracting. Experience in public sector procurement processes and procedures is desirable. Experience in the use of procurement information systems is desirable. Experience in procurement in support of peacekeeping requirements is desirable. English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another United Nations official language is desirable. 28 February 2018
Job Opening No.: 18-Procurement-DM OCSS-89953-R-New York (R)
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