United Nations Environment Programme Procurement Officer Jobs in Kenya;UNEP is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.UNEP's Corporate Services Division is the guardian of UNEP's corporate interests, mitigating organizational risk and supporting efficient management through appropriate tools, plans and capacity-building initiatives. It oversees UNEP's effective management in line with accountability requirements, regulations, rules and UN core values.This position is located in the Procurement and Partnerships Unit, Corporate Services Division (CSD), Nairobi duty station. The Procurement and Partnerships Unit provides operational support services that enhance programme delivery across UNEP. Under the supervision of the Head of Procurement and Partnerships Unit, the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties.Responsibilities
United Nations Environment Programme Procurement Officer Jobs in Kenya;
Responsibilities
Plan, develop and manage all procurement and contractual aspects of requests from UNEP, taking into account service provision arrangements and other operational requirements.
Advise requisitioning units and recipient entities on the full range of procurement issues and provide support throughout all stages of the procurement cycle.
Prepare and oversee preparation and distribution of invitations to tender and manage all aspects of bid and proposal evaluations.
Liaise and cooperate with service providers on procurement requests.
Formulate strategies and design innovative solutions to resolve issues and conflicts related to complex procurement projects.
Establish and maintain work programmes and schedules for ongoing and planned contracts.
Lead corporate procurement planning activities.
Develop and deliver training and knowledge-sharing sessions on procurement.
Coordinate with UNEP service providers on procurement matters and monitor assignments and Service Level Agreement (SLA) compliance against KPIs.
Conduct market research to remain informed of market developments, production patterns, commodity availability, pricing, and supplier trends.
Identify new technologies, products and services, evaluate potential supply sources, and recommend procurement solutions.
Oversee adherence to contractual agreements and recommend amendments or extensions where necessary.
Advise concerned parties on contractual rights and obligations.
Prepare procurement-related documents, contracts, communications, guidelines, instructions, and training materials.
Provide guidance to and supervise new or junior staff where required.
Conduct risk assessments and due diligence reviews and prepare assessment reports on the selection of implementing partners.
Support implementing partner assessment and monitoring framework activities related to procurement.
Collect and analyze data to identify trends and provide insights through graphs, charts, tables, reports, and data visualization techniques.CompetenciesProfessionalism
Competencies
Professionalism
Knowledge of internationally recognized procurement standards and international procurement techniques for a wide range of goods and services.
Knowledge of contract law and experience handling complex contractual issues.
Knowledge of quantitative methods used to assess supplier capacities and market conditions.
Ability to identify supply sources, market trends, and pricing patterns.
Ability to (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});influence agreements with requisitioning units and vendors.
Ability to apply technical expertise to resolve procurement-related issues.
Ability to analyze and interpret data in support of decision-making and communicate findings effectively.
Demonstrates professionalism, efficiency, accountability, and commitment to gender equality.Planning and Organizing
Planning and Organizing
Develops clear goals consistent with agreed strategies.
Identifies priorities and allocates resources effectively.
Foresees risks and develops contingency plans.
Monitors and adjusts work plans as necessary.
Uses time efficiently.Client Orientation
Client Orientation
Considers service recipients as clients and understands their needs.
Builds productive partnerships through trust and respect.
Matches client needs to appropriate solutions.
Anticipates issues through awareness of client environments.
Keeps clients informed of progress and challenges.
Delivers services and products within agreed timelines.Education
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree, Doctorate degree, or equivalent) in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Commerce, Logistics, Law, or a related field is required.
A first-level university degree (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in the specified fields, combined with two additional years of relevant work experience, may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.Job-Specific Qualification
Job-Specific Qualification
Professional certification in supply chain management such as Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS Level 4) is required.Work Experience
Work Experience
A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contract management, procurement related to implementing partners, capacity assessment of implementing partners, contract administration, logistics, supply chain management, or a related area is required.
A minimum of two (2) consecutive years of experience in conducting international tender exercises to award contracts within the last five years is required.
Experience reviewing procurement documentation and procurement plans submitted by implementing partners is required.
Experience conducting procurement due diligence for implementing partners is required.
Experience sourcing, cleaning, preparing, and visualizing procurement or supply chain data for user interpretation is desirable.
Experience coordinating procurement requirements with service providers across multiple locations and monitoring performance against SLAs and KPIs is desirable.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience in data analytics or a related area is desirable.Languages
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.