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

Education/Experience/Language Requirements:

Education:

1. Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent), preferably in science, chemistry, chemical technology, or another relevant discipline is required.
2. 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:

1. At least 5 years’ experience in managing technical issues related to chemical equipment is required.
2. A minimum of two (2) years relevant professional experience in international public procurement is required.
3. At least 3 years familiarity with international tendering processes is required.
4. Proven ability to develop technical specifications for chemical equipment and produce high-quality associated documentation (technical ToRs, training manuals) is an asset.
5. Previous relevant work experience with the UN or other international organizations is an asset.

Language:

1. Fluency in written and oral English is required.
2. 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.