UNDP/ Procurement Officer

“UNDP” stands for United Nations Development Programme, is an international organization, which is working to eradicate poverty, promote sustainable development, and build resilience in countries around the world. UNDP founded in 1965, it operates in over 170 countries, collaborating with governments, civil society, and the private sector to address challenges such as inequality, climate change, and conflict. This global organization provides technical expertise, policy advice, and financial support to help nations achieve the Sustainable Development Goals “SDGs” and improve the well-being of their populations. UNDP’s initiatives span a wide range of areas, including governance, health, education, and environmental sustainability.

What are the advantages that come with being employed at UNDP:

• Engaging in meaningful work has the power to positively impact deserving individuals.
• Empowering Youth by providing them with the necessary tools and skills for advancing in their careers
• Promoting diversity in gender and culture to support the strength of the team.

Job Details:

Job Title: Procurement Officer
Unit: UNEP
Job Place: Geneva 
Deadline: 4, Sep 2024

Education & Qualifications Requirements:

Education:

• Have University degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Partnership Management.

Work Experiences:

• A minimum of 7 years (with Master’s degree) or 9 years (with Bachelor’s degree) of relevant experience in programme management and project implementation at the national or international level in the field of conflict prevention and peacebuilding;
•  A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in conflict analysis, peace infrastructure development/or conflict prevention in a government, multilateral, or civil society organization is required;
• Demonstrative experience in project/programme management is required;
• Experience in coordinating high-level government officials, development partners and/or CSOs is required;
• Extensive experience in analysis, research and sound drafting is required;
• Experience in national and community-level conflict prevention and peacebuilding initiatives is required;
• Proven experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) is required

Languages:

• Fluency in English language is Required (both oral and written).

Key Responsibilities Career:

• Provide all necessary logistical and administrative support for day-to-day operations and management of the commission, including fund management, scheduling activities and meetings;
• Actively participates with the Commission in fully establishing the Secretariat by facilitating staff recruitment in close coordination with relevant government entities;
• Actively participates the Commission in administering and implementing the Peace and Unity Act and the relevant government policies in peacebuilding and conflict prevention;
• Providing necessary policy and technical support to the commission on conflict prevention, conflict resolution and peacebuilding;
• Liaise with key stakeholders to be accountable regarding its administrative and financial rules on issues related to human resources, IT, travel, security, procurement, general administration and other tasks.

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