About Department of Operational Support

Department of Operational Supportis part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This Procurement Officer, P3 position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact within Department of Operational Support’s work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Based in United States, you will contribute your expertise to advance the organization’s mission and support international cooperation on critical global challenges. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment while contributing to meaningful outcomes that benefit communities worldwide.

Key Details

• Job Title:Procurement Officer, P3
• Grade:P-3
• Location:New York, United States
• Department:Department of Operational Support
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Salary Range:$70,212.0 – $90,676.0 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: Advanced university degree (Masters degree or equivalent degree) in business administration, public administration, commerce, engineering, law or a related field is required.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree..
• Language: English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat.
• Language: For this job opening, English is required.
• Language: The table below shows the minimum required level for each skill in these languages, according to the UN Language Framework (please consult https://languages.un.org for details).
• Language: Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II.
• A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in procurement, contract management, contract administration or logistics and supply chain management or related area is required.
• A minimum of two consecutive years of experience within the last five years conducting international tender exercises to award contracts for procurement of complex goods and services is required.
• Experience: Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems such as SAP or similar system and/or working with e-tendering systems such as Ariba or similar system is desirable.
• Experience: Experience working in public procurement process and procedures in support of a field operation (inclusive of peacekeeping operations, special political missions, agencies, funds and programmes), or other similar international organizations is desirable.

Skills

• Professionalism: Knowledge of internationally recognized procurement standards and of all phases of international procurement techniques and operations used in contracting for a diverse range of goods and services.
• Knowledge of contract law and expertise in handling complex contract issues.
• Knowledge of quantitative methods to measure supplier capacity systems and ability to identify sources of supply, market trends and pricing.
• Ability to shape and influence agreements with requisitioning units and vendors.
• Ability to apply technical expertise to resolve a range of issues/problems.
• Shows pride in work and in achievements; 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.
• Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
• Experience working with business intelligence systems and data analysis tools is desirable.
• Experience in preparing and developing data visualization/metrics and data cleansing is desirable..

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply