Org. Setting and Reporting

This post is located in the UNODC Regional Center for Combating Cybercrime in Qatar (hereinafter referred to as the Center) as part of the Programme Office in the State of Qatar (POQAT), Office for the Gulf Cooperation Council Region (OGCCR), Regional Section for Africa and the Middle East (RSAME), Division for Operations (DO), United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the Associate Programme Officer (Operations, Monitoring and Reporting) and the overall guidance of the Programme Coordinator (Chief of Center) and the Programme Coordinator heading the Global Programme on Cybercrime (GPC) and in close coordination with the operations support team for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The incumbent will work closely with Regional Office of Middle East and North Africa (ROMENA) Procurement team. For more information on UNODC, please visit the following website: www.unodc.org

Responsibilities

Within assigned authority the Procurement Assistant will be responsible for the following specific duties:

• Provide procurement, logistical and administrative support to the Center.
• Assist the Center with the preparation of Terms of Reference (TOR) for the procurement and purchase procedures assigned to them, according to the United Nations rules and procedures.
• Review, record and prioritize purchasing requests and obtain additional information/documentation as required; determines the availability of vendors and funding sources.
• Monitor status of existing requisitions, maintain contact with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods and services, coordinate shipment of goods/commodities/equipment to the Center, verify receipt and inspection of deliverables and accurately reports, as and if required.
• Produce tender documents (e.g. Invitations to Bids, Requests for Proposals and Requests for Quotation) based on the nature of requirements and cost of procurement involved.
• Prepare abstracts of offers and compile data contained in quotations, proposals and bids to determine which supplier can deliver the required goods/services at the best terms and lowest costs possible under the guidance of Procurement Officers and the Operations support team for the GCC region.
• Finalize purchase orders and contracts for approval by the Procurement Officer; and, if required, prepares submission to the Contracts Committee for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official.
• Assist the Center in more complex, higher value purchasing operations; coordinate distribution of pertinent documents to concerned parties, ensures appropriate follow-up action, etc..
• Maintain relevant internal databases and files; keep track of any contractual agreements, systems contracts, etc. and informs affected users of contractual rights and obligations.
• Research, retrieve and present information from a variety of internal and external sources on sources of supply, vendors by commodity, etc., as well as obtain specifications for new products and equipment on the market.
• Draft routine correspondence including letters.
• Assist with the collection and analysis of data as well as preparation of data presentations and reports for information sharing, responding to queries, knowledge management, planning and decision making.
• Assist with visualizations and updating information material such as web pages or brochures.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned. Competencies Professionalism: Has knowledge of procurement policies, processes and procedures generally and, in particular, those related to the purchase of supplies and services. Has knowledge of financial rules and regulations and ability to research and gather information from a variety of standard sources and to apply good judgment in the context of assignments given. Has ability to perform analysis, modelling, and interpretation of data in support of decision-making. 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. Commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects 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. Planning and organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required. Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work. Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary. Uses time efficiently. Education A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Level 4 Diploma or equivalent is required. Job – Specific Qualification Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) Level 4 Diploma or equivalent is required. Work Experience A minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in procurement, is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to three for candidates who possess a first-level university degree or higher. Of the minimum years of experience, at least three (3) years of proven work experience with standard IT software/applications (MS Word, Excel etc.) is required. Of the minimum years of experience, at least three (3) years of proven work experience with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system is required. Work experience with SAP based applications (such as Umoja or other) is desirable. Work experience with the United Nations System or similar international organizations is desirable. Experience in programme or project administration, technical cooperation or related area is desirable. Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this job opening, English is required. Arabic is desirable. 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). Required Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking English UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II UN Level II Desirable Languages Language Reading Writing Listening Speaking Arabic UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I UN Level I Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise and a competency based interview. Special Notice THIS IS A FIXED TERM LIMITED POSITION. Appointment against this project post is for an initial period of one (1) year. The candidate selected for this position will be granted a fixed-term appointment limited (FTA-limited) in accordance with section 2.2 (c) of administrative instruction ST/AI/2025/3 on Administration of appointments. Renewal of appointment is contingent upon continued existence of mandate and availability of funding. If this position is discontinued, the incumbent will be separated from service. United Nations Secretariat staff members who meet the definition of “internal candidate” in staff rule 4.10 who are selected for this position will be reassigned or transferred to the position, without a lien to their parent position. This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to staff rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for positions in the General Service and related categories must be authorized to work for the United Nations in the duty station where the position is located. 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The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application. The United Nations Secretariat is committed to achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. The movement of staff members from the General Service and related categories to the Professional category in the United Nations Secretariat is exclusively allowed through the Young Professionals Programme competitive examinations. Only few staff members pass the competitive examinations. Passing the competitive examinations does not…