Procurement Specialist, Copenhagen

Summary

The Procurement Specialist position is located in the UNFPA Office in Copenhagen in the Procurement Services Branch and reports to the Procurement & Supply Management Coordinator. The incumbent supervises a team of a Procurement Associate, Procurement Assistants and Interns.

Organizational Setting

This post specifically serves the procurement and contracting needs of all Country Offices and external partners within the designated geographical region.

Qualifications and Experience 

Education

• Advanced university degree (or equivalent: i.e. CPA, ACCA, Jurist Doctor, etc.) in Economics, Law, Public Administration, Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting, Procurement or related field required.
• Procurement accreditation by recognized learning institute such as CIPS is an asset.

Knowledge and Experience

• 5 years of progressively responsible experience in procurement operations in a multi-cultural environment required.
• Experience with managing staff.
• Specialized knowledge in business, logistics and contract management required. Knowledge in public health is an asset.
• Good knowledge of IT-tools such as Windows office package required. Knowledge of Atlas or similar ERP system is an asset.
• Good understanding of the UN working environment including financial framework and procedures highly desirable.
• Good understanding of international trade laws and treaties an asset.

Language

• Fluency in English required.
• Working knowledge French is required.