As a Procurement Specialist, you will complete a variety of tasks, covering all or a combination of the following responsibilities: (i) Undertake or help complete country procurement diagnostic assessments and assist governments in the design and implementation of activities to strengthen their country systems; (ii) conduct project procurement due diligence, and help develop procurement strategies and project implementation arrangements that are fit-for-purpose and will deliver value-for-money outcomes; (iii) advise on contract management issues in the procurement of goods, works and services, including those using the FIDIC (Federation Internationale des Ingenieurs-Conseil) suite of contracts; and (iv) develop knowledge products on procurement, participate in business outreach, and deliver training on procurement.
You will:
Perform country, sector and project level procurement risk assessments and develop risk mitigation plans to address identified risks.
Support borrowers in developing procurement strategies for investment projects.
Review borrowers' procurement activities under ADB loans, providing technical advice to ensure compliance with ADB's procedures.
Advise on the use of the FIDIC suite of contracts and review bidding documents incorporating such contract forms. Review other contract types.
Lead on procurement design and implementation during processing, administration and evaluation of loan and technical assistance (TA) projects.
Process and administer TA projects associated with procurement.
Help develop procurement policy, directives and related guidance.
Contribute to the digital transformation of ADB's internal procurement systems and support member governments to assess, develop, and deploy their e-procurement systems.
Deliver training to ADB and government staff on procurement to develop their procurement skills and increase their knowledge of ADB procedures.
Provide leadership and support to reporting staff, overseeing their performance, providing clear direction and assisting in their development.
Qualifications
You will need:
University degree in in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Public Procurement, Public Policy, Law or other related fields; preferably at post-graduate level or its equivalent.
At least 6 years' relevant experience in procurement, project management or other related area.
Work experience in agriculture, energy, education, health, transport, and/or water and urban sectors is an advantage.
International experience working in several countries.
Proficiency in expressing ideas in both spoken and written formats in English.
Familiarity with MDB procurement policies is preferred.
Demonstrated experience leading projects and conducting knowledge sharing sessions.
Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TI1.
