Procurement Assistant
( 2210996 )
Grade : G6
Contractual Arrangement : Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days) : 12 months (subject to availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need for the position)
Job Posting: Jan 2, 2023, 6:37:27 AM
Position number: 418864
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State’s health and development agendas and harmonized with the United Nations country teams.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The incumbent will perform the following duties:
4.Ensure that the prices are reasonable and that the technical/admin. clearances are obtained.
15. Act as a backup for customs clearance and logistical arrangements for importing goods.
16. Support the logistic work arrangements and organization of conferences, seminars, meetings and other events implemented.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Completion of secondary education, supplemented by training in procurement/logistics
Desirable: University degree in business administration, social sciences, pharmacy, procurement or a related field is an asset
Experience
Essential: At least eight years of relevant working experience in procurement.
Desirable: Relevant experience in the UN system.
Skills
1) Ability to work independently, manage and prioritize in difficult and complex situations and especially under pressure.
2) Proven knowledge of procurement regulations and procedures
3) Proven problem solving and analytical capacity and strong attention to detail.
4) Demonstrated ability to document and communicate, in both verbal and written form, to various levels in the organization including senior management
5) Demonstrated negotiation skills
6) Very good organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines
WHO Competencies
http://www.who.int/employment/
Procurement Assistant
( 2210996 )
Grade : G6
Contractual Arrangement : Fixed-term appointment
Contract Duration (Years, Months, Days) : 12 months (subject to availability of funds, satisfactory performance and continuing need for the position)
Job Posting: Jan 2, 2023, 6:37:27 AM
Position number: 418864
OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME
To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State’s health and development agendas and harmonized with the United Nations country teams.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES
The incumbent will perform the following duties:
4.Ensure that the prices are reasonable and that the technical/admin. clearances are obtained.
15. Act as a backup for customs clearance and logistical arrangements for importing goods.
16. Support the logistic work arrangements and organization of conferences, seminars, meetings and other events implemented.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Essential: Completion of secondary education, supplemented by training in procurement/logistics
Desirable: University degree in business administration, social sciences, pharmacy, procurement or a related field is an asset
Experience
Essential: At least eight years of relevant working experience in procurement.
Desirable: Relevant experience in the UN system.
Skills
1) Ability to work independently, manage and prioritize in difficult and complex situations and especially under pressure.
2) Proven knowledge of procurement regulations and procedures
3) Proven problem solving and analytical capacity and strong attention to detail.
4) Demonstrated ability to document and communicate, in both verbal and written form, to various levels in the organization including senior management
5) Demonstrated negotiation skills
6) Very good organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines
WHO Competencies
http://www.who.int/employment/WHO_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=1
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Local language.
Desirable: REMUNERATION
WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at USD 18,553 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
(c) Your experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time.
_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=1
Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Producing results
Moving forward in a changing environment
Use of Language Skills
Essential: Expert knowledge of English. Expert knowledge of Local language.
Desirable: REMUNERATION
WHO offers staff in the General Services category an attractive remuneration package, which for the above position includes an annual net base salary starting at USD 18,553 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance, as applicable) and 30 days of annual leave.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
(c) Your experience records are entered with elaboration on tasks performed at the time.