UNDP Hiring A Procurement Support Analyst To Work In New York, United States 2024. Apply Now
Host
UNDP
Target Audience
International Applicants
Introduction
UNDP is the knowledge frontier organization for sustainable development in the UN Development System and serves as the integrator for collective action to realize the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). UNDP’s policy work carried out at HQ, Regional and Country Office levels, forms a contiguous spectrum of deep local knowledge to cutting-edge global perspectives and advocacy.
UNDP Hiring A Procurement Support Analyst To Work In New York, United States 2024
The Procurement Support Analyst works under the direct supervision of the IOT Procurement Analyst and overall guidance of the IOT Team Leader in ensuring timely and high-quality procurement service delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities
Procurement Support Analyst will play a key role in implementing procurement strategies within GPN, including managing day-to-day procurement tasks under the supervision of IOT Procurement Analyst while adhering to UNDP rules and regulations and prioritizing client satisfaction. Procurement Support Analyst will be responsible for the performance of the following duties and responsibilities:
- Ensures efficient processing of procurement activities of GPN teams:
- Ensure the timely and proper preparation of procurement plans; guide GPN teams on effective procurement planning.
- Guide procurement processes in Quantum, encompassing all procurement methods including but not limited to RFP, RFQ, and ITB, ensuring full compliance with UNDP rules and regulations.
- Guide GPN teams on key procurement SOPs such as supplier maintenance and above-mentioned methods of procurement of goods & services.
- Provide GPN teams with guidance/technical advice for the implementation of strategic procurement including sourcing strategy, supplier selection and evaluation, quality management, relationship management, e-procurement introduction and promotion, performance measurement.
Locations
- New York, United States
Job Schedule
Full time
Agency
UNDP
Grade
IPSA-9
Vacancy Type
International Personnel Service Agreement
Practice Area
Nature, Climate and Energy
Bureau
Bureau for Policy and Programme Support
Contract Duration
1 Year
Education & Work Experience
Master’s Degree – 2 year(s) experience OR Bachelor’s Degree – 4 year(s) experience
Other Criteria
Experience or familiarity with obtaining services from individuals and/or companies through procurement processes
Required Languages
Fluency in written and spoken English
The incumbent performs other duties within their functional profile as deemed necessary for the efficient functioning of the Office and the Organization.
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Institutional Arrangement
- The incumbent will work office-based;
- The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the IOT Procurement Analyst.
- The incumbent will be given access to relevant information necessary for the execution of the tasks under this assignment.
- Given the global nature of GPN teams, the incumbent is expected to be reasonably flexible with his/her availability for liaison with client teams, considering different time zones.
Cross-Functional & Technical Competencies
- Procurement:
- Strategic sourcing
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing concepts, principles and methods, and ability to apply this to strategic and/or
practical situations
- Knowledge of strategic sourcing concepts, principles and methods, and ability to apply this to strategic and/or
- Strategic sourcing
- Procurement:
- Contract management
- Knowledge of contract management concepts, principles and methods, and ability to apply this to strategic and/or practical situations
- Contract management
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in business or public administration, supply chain management or other relevant disciplines is required Or
- A first-level university degree (bachelor’s degree) in the said fields with two additional years of qualifying experience will be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree.
- CIPS level 3 is a requirement for this position. If certification is not available at the time of recruitment, it should be obtained within one year.
Experience:
- Minimum of 2 years (with master’s degree) or 4 years (with bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in procurement management at the national or international level is required.
Required skills:
- Experience in UNDP Country Office/Regional Hub settings or with a multilateral organization of similar size and complexity.
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and advanced knowledge of web-based management systems such as ERP.
- Experience or familiarity with obtaining services from individuals and/or companies through procurement processes.
Desired skills:
- Experience with UN/UNDP/Development Organization’s procurement actions is desirable.
- Experience with working on ERP system is desirable.
- Experience in submitting reports to procurement review committees or oversight bodies would be advantageous.
Required Language(s):
- Fluency in written and spoken English is required.
- Working knowledge of another UN language is an asset.
Disclaimer
Important information for US Permanent Residents (‘Green Card’ holders)
Under US immigration law, acceptance of a staff position with UNDP, an international organization, may have significant implications for US Permanent Residents. UNDP advises applicants for all professional level posts that they must relinquish their US Permanent Resident status and accept a G-4 visa, or have submitted a valid application for US citizenship prior to commencement of employment.
UNDP is not in a position to provide advice or assistance on applying for US citizenship and therefore applicants are advised to seek the advice of competent immigration lawyers regarding any applications.
Applicant information about UNDP rosters
Note: UNDP reserves the right to select one or more candidates from this vacancy announcement. We may also retain applications and consider candidates applying to this post for other similar positions with UNDP at the same grade level and with similar job description, experience and educational requirements.
UNDP is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.
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