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WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
This position is found in the Kenya Country Offices (COs), and reports to the Head of Unit, the Procurement Officer. This position is responsible for completion of a range of procurement processes and activities requiring some interpretation of standard guidelines/practices. Job holders are able to recommend straightforward courses of action to staff, and may allocate tasks and technically support other staff.
To perform and apply appropriate processes, procedures and policies that support the efficient and effective procurement services.
Education: Completion of secondary school education. A post-secondary certificate in Procurement or related functional area. Level 2 CIPS certification (certificate in procurement & supplies). A degree in the functional area is desirable.
Experience: At least 5 years of progressive experience in Procurement of Goods and Services with specific experience in vendor management.
Language: Fluency in both oral and written English.
Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge of UN Procurement Processes. Demonstrated analytical capacity and communication skills.
Capability Name | Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level |
Tendering and Contracting | Displays basic understanding of processes to support the contracting/tendering implementation at WFP by collecting necessary information. |
Vendor Management | Leverages basic understanding of business needs to define vendor requirements and selection criteria. |
Commodity and Product/Service Intelligence | Appropriately handles products/services based on an understanding of sources, technologies, properties, and public procurement principles/practices. |
Systems & Reporting | Utilizes basic understanding of data sources, procurement systems, Corporate Operating System and processes to execute daily tasks. |
Ethics and Compliance | Maintains accurate records of activities in line with compliance standards to increase ease of response to basic audit queries. |
Type of Contract: Fixed Term, G5
Duty Station: Nairobi, Kenya
Contract Duration: 01 Year
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process. The World Food Programme DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.WFP embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that celebrates diversity and inclusivity in all ways. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications and merit. Applicants profile MUST match the C.V attached. Any discrepancies between the C.V and the profile will lead to automatic disqualification.
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Applications for this position will close at 11.59 (East Africa Time) on 26 April 2024.
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
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