Contracts Officer, NOA, FT, Kyiv, Ukraine # 96319 (Open to Nationals of Ukraine only)

UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential, from early childhood through adolescence.

At UNICEF, we are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling.

UNICEF is a place where careers are built: we offer our staff diverse opportunities for personal and professional development that will help them develop a fulfilling career while delivering on a rewarding mission. We pride ourselves on a culture that helps staff thrive, coupled with an attractive compensation and benefits package.

Visit our website to learn more about what we do at UNICEF.

For every child, hope

How can you make a difference? 

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

To manage the contracting for goods and services with institutions, companies and individuals for the UNICEF country office in Kiev.  Contracts will include the purchase of programme supplies, consulting, advertising, translation/interpretation, audio-visual and other technical services, among others.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the supervisor to develop annual work plan for contracts, memoranda of understanding (MOU) and related work;
• Evaluate companies, institutions and individuals providing services to UNICEF monitor their performance. Assess technical capability and financial health in order to qualify companies as potential contractors for UNICEF;
• Review TOR’s, evaluation criteria and prepare Invitations to Bid and Requests for Proposal for commercial contracts.  Assess market rates and negotiate conditions and rates/terms of payments;
• Manage the bid/RFP evaluation process:  contact with potential suppliers, establish technical evaluation groups, finalise point ratings, clarify details with potential suppliers, prepare the evaluation summary/related documents for approval by the Contract Review Committee;
• Negotiate final purchase details, prepare related documents including all required components such as pricing, statements of work, terms and conditions;
• Manage contract up to the stage of shipment and delivery;
• Communicate with Programme and Operations Units on contract management issues, delivery and evaluation of supplies at point of end use;
• Ensure best commercial practices are followed in contracting work processes; periodically review procedures/work of contracts staff; develop statistical indicators to ensure compliance to rules and efficient work practices.

QUALIFICATION and COMPETENCIES

1. Education

Advanced degree in business administration, procurement, law or other relevant field. Specialized training in financial analysis, contract law, litigation and arbitration law, and procurement processes an asset.

2. Work Experience

Minimum two years of relevant professional work experience in the field of contracting (for services). Experience in an international organization desirable.

*A first University Degree in a relevant field combined with 2 additional years of professional experience may be accepted in lieu of an Advanced University Degree.

3. Language Proficiency 

Fluency in English, and local language required

For every Child, you demonstrate…

UNICEF’s Core Values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust and Accountability and Sustainability (CRITAS) underpin everything we do and how we do it. Get acquainted with Our Values Charter: UNICEF Values

The UNICEF competencies required for this post are…

(1) Builds and maintains partnerships

(2) Demonstrates self-awareness and ethical awareness

(3) Drive to achieve results for impact

(4) Innovates and embraces change

(5) Manages ambiguity and complexity

(6) Thinks and acts strategically

(7) Works collaboratively with others 

Familiarize yourself with our competency framework and its different levels.

UNICEF is here to serve the world’s most disadvantaged children and our global workforce must reflect the diversity of those children. The UNICEF family is committed to include everyone, irrespective of their race/ethnicity, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, socio-economic background, or any other personal characteristic.

We offer a wide range of measures to include a more diverse workforce, such as paid parental leave, time off for breastfeeding purposes, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. UNICEF strongly encourages the use of flexible working arrangements.

UNICEF does not hire candidates who are married to children (persons under 18). UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. UNICEF is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children. All selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

UNICEF appointments are subject to medical clearance.  Issuance of a visa by the host country of the duty station is required for IP positions and will be facilitated by UNICEF. Appointments may also be subject to inoculation (vaccination) requirements, including against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid). Should you be selected for a position with UNICEF, you either must be inoculated as required or receive a medical exemption from the relevant department of the UN. Otherwise, the selection will be canceled.

Remarks:

As per Article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity.

UNICEF’s active commitment to diversity and inclusion is critical to deliver the best results for children. For this position, eligible and suitable female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Government employees who are considered for employment with UNICEF are normally required to resign from their government positions before taking up an assignment with UNICEF. UNICEF reserves the right to withdraw an offer of appointment, without compensation, if a visa or medical clearance is not obtained, or necessary inoculation requirements are not met, within a reasonable period for any reason. 

UNICEF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, and hiring processes (i.e., application stage, interview stage, validation stage, or appointment and training). UNICEF will not ask for applicants’ bank account information.

All UNICEF positions are advertised, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. An internal candidate performing at the level of the post in the relevant functional area, or an internal/external candidate in the corresponding Talent Group, may be selected, if suitable for the post, without assessment of other candidates.

Additional information about working for UNICEF can be found here.