About Professional and Higher Categories

Professional and Higher Categoriesis 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 position offers an opportunity to contribute to procurement specialist, p3 within Professional and Higher Categories’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Jordan, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Key Details

• Job Title:Procurement Specialist, P3
• Grade:N/A
• Location:Hq Amman, Jordan
• Department:Professional and Higher Categories
• Contract Type:Professional Staff
• Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually

Qualifications

• Academic Qualifications: An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in business administration, public administration, procurement, supply chain management, commerce, engineering, contract law, Information and communication Technology (ICT) or a related field.
• Academic Qualifications: A first-level degree from an accredited educational institution in one of the aforementioned disciplines, combined with an additional two years of relevant work experience, may be accepted in lieu of an 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 III UN Level III UN Level III UN Level III Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking Arabic UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I.
• Experience: An advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) from an accredited educational institution in business administration, public administration, procurement, supply chain management, commerce, engineering, contract law, Information and communication Technology (ICT) or a related field is required.
• Experience: A first-level degree from an accredited educational institution in one of the aforementioned disciplines, combined with an additional two years of relevant work experience, may be accepted in lieu of an advanced university degree is required.
• Experience: At least five years of progressively responsible relevant work experience in procurement, contract management, contract administration and logistics and supply chain management is required.
• Experience: Two years of work experience directly related to first-hand procurement or contracting is required.

Skills

• UN Core Values of Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for Diversity, and Core Competencies of Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results apply by default.
• Default managerial competencies may apply. – Applying Technical Expertise – Deciding and Initiating Action – Relating and Networking – Coping with Pressure and Setbacks – Planning and Organizing -T horough understanding of emergency procurement and the ability to perform under stress are essential.
• For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews: https://careers.un. org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI.
• Any declaration will not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration for this post.
• Experience in the procurement of ICT goods and services.
• Experience in Procurement for infrastructure projects and consultancy services is desirable.
• Experience in providing support services to Field Offices under humanitarian, development, or conflict context is desirable.

Benefits

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

How to Apply