Procurement Specialist (Biological Equipment Specialist) – Retainer

Application period: 22-Apr-2024 to 06-May-2024

Functional Responsibilities:

Under the general guidance and supervision of the Project Manager, the critical functions of the Technical Advisor include the following:

1. Technical Support:
   • Review the equipment needs of the selected institutions and, in consultation with relevant stakeholders, provide advice on the best technical solutions to meet the identified needs.
   • Develop and finalize the technical specifications for the biological equipment to be procured considering the needs and technical possibilities.
   • Provide the project manager with an expert opinion based on industry trends, suitability, and the users’ specific context.
   • Participate in discussions with stakeholders to refine and modify equipment specifications.
   • Carry out a market analysis to identify potential suppliers (the leading producers/distributors including the export/import licence requirements) of the needed biological equipment.
   • Identify technical criteria and proposal evaluation guidelines for the procurement process.
   • Provide technical support in evaluating the bids and selecting suitable suppliers to deliver the equipment.
2. Quality Assurance:
   • Inspect and certify the equipment delivered matches UNOPS requirements and is in good working condition.
   • Supervise the execution of installation, testing, and commissioning of equipment.
3. User Training:
   • Define the appropriate user training requirements for the equipment to be procured.
   • Supervise the user training exercise by the suppliers.
4. Other Tasks:
   • Provide backstopping technical support as requested on any technical issue.
   • Any other tasks related to providing high-level technical advice to EU CBRN project as required by the project team.

Education/Experience/Language Requirements:

Education:

• Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent), preferably in science, biology, biological technology, or another relevant discipline is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in the above-mentioned areas with an additional two years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

Experience:

• At least 5 years’ experience in managing technical issues related to biological equipment is required.
• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant professional experience in international public procurement is required.
• Proven ability to develop technical specifications for biological equipment and produce high-quality associated documentation (technical ToRs, training manuals) is required.
• Familiarity with international tendering processes is required.
• Previous relevant work experience with the UN or other international organizations is an asset.

Language:

• Fluency in written and oral English is required.
• Knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.

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Remarks: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.