Purpose for the job
Under the general guidance of the Contracts Manger Medical, develops and executes procurement strategies for innovative diagnostic technologies; including proposing method of purchase in support of ensuring an uninterrupted, sustainable supply of affordable, quality diagnostics. Focus is on Innovation, and rapid introduction of diagnostic technologies in coordination with complex partnerships and global health programs.
Under the general guidance of the Contracts Manger Medical, develops and executes procurement strategies for innovative diagnostic technologies; including proposing method of purchase in support of ensuring an uninterrupted, sustainable supply of affordable, quality diagnostics. Focus is on Innovation, and rapid introduction of diagnostic technologies in coordination with complex partnerships and global health programs.
Summary of key functions/accountabilities:
- Ensures all procurement activities are in compliance with the UNICEF Financial Rules and Regulations, SD Manual, and all other applicable procurement procedures.
- Conducts contracts management to ensure supplier compliance to LTA's and purchase order terms and conditions.
- Issues international tender invitations to acceptable suppliers, evaluates quotations, clarifies offers, and negotiates with suppliers as appropriate.
- Makes recommendations for finalization of purchases, adjudicates offers in consultation with WHO, and internally Technical and QA centres. Prepares and defends submissions to CRC.
- Works closely with Innovation, programmes and partners on project design, work plan and procurement coordination, issues of long term forecasting of quantities and planning of funding.
- Ensures adequate and coordinated planning of procurement and demand of diagnostics, manages projects for procurement for evaluation or scale up.
- Reviews and provides recommendations for Local Procurement by Field Offices.
- Reviews material specifications and requirements with the Technical and QA Centres to ensure completeness and appropriateness.
- In partnership with WHO and internally Technical and QA centres, evaluates suppliers with respect to delivery performance, product acceptability, and commercial acceptability.
- Establishes work plans and priorities, monitors achievements and evaluates performance of support staff.
- Any other duties or assignments as requested by the supervisor
Core Values - Commitment
- Diversity and inclusion
- Integrity
Core Competencies
- Communication (level II)
- Drive for results (level II)
- Working with people (level II)
Functional Competencies
- Leading and Supervising (level II)
- Deciding and Initiating action (level II)
- Applying Technical Expertise (level II)
- Planning and Organising (level II)
- Following Instructions and Procedures (level II)
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
Education: A completed Advanced University Degree (Master's Degree) in business administration, commerce or law or technical field is required.
Experience:
Minimum five years of progressively responsible professional experience including at least three at the international level is required.
Minimum five years of progressively responsible professional experience including at least three at the international level is required.
Knowledge of worldwide procurement, contract negotiations and administration is a requirement. (experience in procurement/contracting in the area of health technology and/or diagnostics is an asset).
Experience in commercial activities with the public or private sector in developing and industrialized countries is required.
Experience in analytical work, complex partnership management and negotiations is required.
Experience and ability to manage and monitor the effective use of financial and material resources is required.
Experience in use of computer applications, including internet navigation and various office applications is required.
Supervisory experience is a requirement.
Language:
Fluency in English is required.
Proficiency in other UN language is an asset.
Fluency in English is required.
Proficiency in other UN language is an asset.
Technical Knowledge: • Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form.
• Ability to establish harmonious work-relationships with colleagues in an international and multicultural environment.
• Ability to establish harmonious work-relationships with colleagues in an international and multicultural environment.
HOW TO APPLY:
Closing Date 16 Sep 2016 Romance Standard Time
Requisition 498740
Please be informed that all applications to UNICEF are handled via UNICEF's online recruiting system. You can apply to the above position by creating your profile, and application at our web site:http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/index.php. Kindly note that all applications should be in English and that applications outside of the online recruiting system will not be accepted. If you experience any technical issues with submitting your application, kindly contact eRecruitment@unicef.org
Kindly also note that candidates will be assessed on foundational and functional competencies and that diversity and gender balance are also factors in the selection process.
