THE WORLD BANK

PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST

Qualifications:

• Hold of a Masters Degree with a major in a relevant discipline (e.g engineering, Law, Procurement, Finance, Business or Commerce and relevant training in procurement work.
• He should have at least five (5) years of direct relevant work experience as Procurement specialist or alternatively, having had responsibilities with a substantial content of his/her position in the procurement area in or outside the World Bank
• Good knowledge of all concepts and principles of and approaches to international procurement and of public procurement systems
• Knowledge and understanding of technical, commercial and legal aspects of procurement at all phases of Bank lending operations
• Demonstrated analytical clarity, problem-solving skills and negotiating skills with ability to balance project objectives and procurement requirements with client needs
• Strong communication skills in presenting, discussing and resolving difficult issues
• Both orally and in writing, and excellent listening skills
• Ability to deal sensitively with a mult-cultural environment and build effective business relationships with clients and colleagues within a matrix management environment
• Ability to function effectively in multi-disciplinary teams with a matrix management environment, exceptional degree of integrity, judgment and tact in handling the most sensitive, diverse and confidential material; and understanding of Bank business objectives, policies and practices related to project/sector and critical links to procurement is desirable.

Electronic applications:

For the full position description and complete selection criteria, qualified candidates are requested to visit and submit an on-line application at www.worldbank.org/careers. Click on >>employment opportunities >consultant/temporary opportunities> job# 121742.

The World Bank Group is committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, nationality, culture and educational background. Individuals with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Source: Daily News Paper

Deadline of application is 02nd Aug, 2012