Procurement Associate at UNOPS, Mogadishu, Somalia

Deadline: 28 February 2023

The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Procurement Associate in Mogadishu, Somalia.

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 Job Responsibilities

The Procurement Associate will the following functions:

• Transactional Procurement Support services
• Procurement planning, requisitions and sourcing
• Bidding and tendering processes
• Contract administration
• Team Management
• Knowledge Building and Knowledge Sharing

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must have:

• Completion of secondary school is required
• First University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree)  in Procurement and/or Supply Chain Management, Law, Commerce, Business Administration, or related areas is desirable but not required.
• Minimum 6 years’ of relevant experience in providing Procurement support services in national and/or international public or corporate organizations is required.
• Supervisory experience of personnel in procurement support services is an asset.
• Experience in working with a range of stakeholders in developing countries is desirable.
• Some experience in UN system organizations is desirable.
• Knowledge of UN/UNDP/UNOPS Procurement Rules and Regulations is a distinct advantage.
• Experience in working with a range of stakeholders in developing countries is desirable.
• Proficiency in computers and office software packages (MS Office) and Google Suite Application as well as experience in handling web-based management systems is desirable.
• Experience in use of Enterprise systems including OneUNOPS is desirable.
• Fluency in written, reading and spoken English is required.

How to Apply

Applicants must submit their applications through online process.

For more information, visit UNOPS.