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    Procurement Assistant at - Nairobi, Kenya - United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)

    United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON)
    United Nations Office at Nairobi (UNON) Nairobi, Kenya

    5 days ago

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    Full time
    Description

    United Nations and regional organizations; provides administrative and other support services to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat); provides joint and common services to other organizations of the United Nations system in Kenya, as applicable; and manages and implements the programmes of administration, conference services and public information and provides security and safety services for United Nations staff and facilities in the United Nations Office at Nairobi.

    Responsibilities

    Provides procurement, logistical and administrative support to a team of Procurement Officers in the acquisition of a wide variety of goods and services.

    Reviews, records and prioritizes purchasing requests and obtains additional information/documentation as required; determines the availability of vendors and funding sources.

    Monitors status of existing requisitions, maintain contact with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, coordinates shipment of goods/commodities/equipment to HQ and field missions, verifies receipt and inspection of deliverables and accurately reports, as and if required.

    Produces tender documents (e.g., Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotation) based on the nature of requirements and cost of procurement involved.

    Prepares abstracts of offers and compile data contained in quotations, proposals and bids to determine which supplier can deliver the required goods/services at the best terms and lowest costs possible under the guidance of Procurement Officers.

    Finalizes purchase orders and contracts for approval by the Procurement Officer; may authorize purchases in line with delegated signature authority, and, if required, prepares submission to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official.

    Assists relevant officers in more complex, higher value purchasing operations; coordinates distribution of pertinent documents to concerned parties, ensures appropriate follow-up action, etc.

    Maintains relevant internal databases and files; keeps track of any contractual agreements, systems contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations.

    Researches, retrieves and presents information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market.

    Drafts routine correspondence.

    Assists with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.

    Assists with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
    Performs other related duties as assigned.

    Requirements
    Competencies


    PROFESSIONALISM:

    Shows pride in work and in achievements; Ability to perform analysis, modeling and interpretation of data in support of decision-making; Demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; Remains calm in stressful situations; Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.


    COMMUNICATION:

    Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.


    CLIENT ORIENTATION:

    Considers all those to whom services are provided to be "clients" and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; Establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; Meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.

    Education

    Completion of secondary education/ high school diploma is required. Supplementary courses or additional training in procurement functions is highly desirable.

    Job - Specific Qualification

    The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supplies (CIPS) Level 4 or equivalent certification is required. Please attach a copy of your CIPS Level 4 certificate or a copy of your equivalent professional certification.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in procurement or related area is required.

    The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced by two (2) years for candidates who possess a first-level university degree.

    Experience working with a Systems, Application and Products (SAP) system or an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is desirable. One (1) year or more of experience in data analytics or related area is desirable.
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