Principal Procurement Specialist
Job Vacancy | Friday, February 14, 2025
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- Reference Number 250075 Position Level TI3 Department Procurement, Portfolio and Financial Management Department Division Procurement Division Location Asian Development Bank Headquarters Date Posted Friday, February 14, 2025 Closing Date Friday, February 28, 2025 11:59 p.m. (2359 Manila Time, 0800 GMT)
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a lasting impact on the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position of Principal Procurement Specialist assigned to the Procurement Division (PFP) within the Procurement, Portfolio and Financial Management Department (PPFD). You will report to Director, PFP and may be assigned to lead a procurement sector team in HQ with dual reporting arrangements to the client department on substantive technical, policy-related and operational aspects for day-to-day administrative matters and will supervise junior team members.
Your Role
As a Principal Procurement Specialist, you will be expected to complete a variety of tasks, covering all or a combination of the following functions: (i) provide assistance, technical guidance and capacity development to ensure compliance with ADB's procurement (goods, works, and consulting services) policies and procedures; (ii) support improvements in the implementation performance of ADB portfolio of loans, grants, and technical assistance (TA) including procurement under Public Private Partnership (PPP); (iii) advise on the use of FIDIC (Federation Internationale des Ingenieurs-Conseil) suite of contracts, performance-based contracting, and design-build-operate type arrangements; (iv) help with the establishment, harmonization and improvement of procurement policies and procedures, consistent with effective project management for ADB projects; and (v) work with sector divisions to provide procurement advice in any of the following areas: public sector management, energy, transport, water and urban development, agriculture and natural resources, human sector development, digital development.
Qualifications
You will:
- Lead the assigned sector as the Procurement Sector lead, overseeing the procurement portfolio, managing the SG relationship, and assigning and managing the team's workload.
You will need:
Master's degree, or equivalent, in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Public Procurement, Public policy, or other related fields; or University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Public Procurement, Public Policy, or other related fields and at least 5 years' specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered. At least 12 years' relevant experience in procurement, project management or other related area. Work experience in agriculture and natural resources, transport, energy, water and urban development, human sector development, digital infrastructure or other infrastructure sector projects, at senior levels (e.g., leading teams). International experience working in several countries. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Familiarity with ADB's and other multilateral development bank's current procurement and consulting services, policies and procedures. Significant experience within a specific area of expertise or breadth of experience across multiple areas of expertise. Ability to lead projects and share relevant knowledge to benefit the broader ADB community. Ability to perform effectively as a team/unit lead, exercising supervision, coordination, and planning responsibilities over multi-disciplinary teams. Ability to mentor team members, providing guidance and advice on delivery of outputs. Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical International Staff grade TI3.Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Paid leave (including parental) Medical and health benefits Life and other insurance plans Staff development Retirement plan Housing and education allowance (if applicable) Expatriate benefits (for international staff)About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030.
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