With projects and programmes in every state and union territory in India, UNDP works with national and subnational government, and diverse development actors to deliver people-centric results, particularly for the most vulnerable and marginalized communities. As the integrator for collective action on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the UN system, we are committed to supporting the Government of India’s national development vision and priorities and accelerating the achievement of the SDGs for the people and the planet.
UNDP India’s current Country Programme, 2018-2022, is in its final year of implementation. Our new Country Programme (2023-2027), which comes into effect in 2023, builds on our prior work and aims to provide an integrated approach to development solutions in three strategic portfolios:
• Strong, accountable and evidence-led institutions for accelerated achievement of the SDGs
• Enhanced economic opportunities and social protection to reduce inequality, with a focus on the marginalized
• Climate-smart solutions, sustainable ecosystems and resilient development for reduced vulnerability
South-South cooperation, gender equality and social inclusion are promoted across the pillars. The programme is supported by a framework of renewed partnerships and blended finance solutions, strategic innovation and accelerator labs, and data and digital architecture.
You are invited to join a team of future-smart development professionals to support India in achieving the national and globally agreed goals. As part of the UNDP team, your focus will be to work with diverse stakeholders to find country-specific solutions that lead to sustainable development and reach those furthest behind first
Position Purpose
Under the guidance and direct supervision of the Procurement Analyst, the Procurement Assistant provides leadership in execution of procurement services in the Country Office (CO) ensuring effectiveness, transparency and integrity. The Procurement Assistant promotes a client-focused, quality and results- oriented approach in the Unit.
1.) Supports implementation of the operational strategies policies through
- Full compliance of procurement activities with UN/UNDP rules, regulations, policies and strategies; implementation of the effective internal control.
- Provision of inputs to CO Procurement business processes mapping and elaboration of the content of internal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in Procurement in consultation with the direct supervisor and office management.
2.) Supports procurement processes for UNDP India Country Office, National Implementation (NIM) and Direct Implementation (DIM) projects and at the request of other Agencies
- Provision of inputs to preparation of procurement plans for the office and projects
- Support to organization on end-to-end procurement processes including preparation and conduct of RFQs, ITBs, RFPs, Individual Consultants (ICs) receipt of quotations, bids or proposals, their evaluation, negotiation of certain conditions of contracts in full compliance with UNDP rules and regulations, and issuance of contracts and/or purchase orders.
- Preparation of Purchase orders and contracts in and outside Atlas, preparation of Recurring Purchase orders for contracting of services, vendors’ creation in Atlas. Maintenance of filing system in Procurement unit. Buyer’s profile in Atlas.
- Compilation of inputs for submissions to the Contract, Asset and Procurement Committee (CAP) and Advisory Committee on Procurement (ACP).
- Implementation of the internal control system which ensures that Purchase orders are duly prepared and dispatched. Timely corrective actions on POs with budget check errors and other problems.
- Provision of information for preparation of cost-recovery bills in Atlas for the procurement services provided by UNDP to other Agencies.
- Implementation of joint procurement processes for the UN Agencies in line with UN reform.
3.) Ensures implementation of sourcing strategy and e-procurement tools through:
- Update of the rosters of suppliers
- Compilation of information for different types of procurement including travel services
- Assist in preparation of Long Term Agreements for UNDP and on behalf of other UN Agencies, if needed
4.) Ensures facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the CO through
- Participation in training for the operations/programme/projects staff on Procurement.
- Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in Procurement;
- Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice.
Competencies
Achieve Results:
LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively:
LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously
LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility
LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination
LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner
LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion
LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination
Cross-Functional & Technical competencies
Business Direction & Strategy
Negotiation and Influence: Ability to reach an understanding, persuade others, resolve points of difference, gain advantage in the outcome of dialogue, negotiates mutually acceptable solutions through compromise and creates win-win situations
Business Management
Results-based Management:
Ability to manage programmes and projects with a focus at improved performance and demonstrable results.
Communication:
- Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and unambiguous manner both through written and verbal communication; to tailor messages and choose communication methods depending on the audience
- Ability to manage communications internally and externally, through media, social media and other appropriate channels
Procurement
Category management
- Ability to segment spend into areas which contain similar or related products enabling focus opportunities for consolidation and efficiency
Procurement
Data analysis
- Ability to extract, analyse and visualize procurement data to form meaningful insights and aid effective business decision making
Procurement
Procurement management
- The ability to acquire goods, services or works from an outside external source
Procurement
Sourcing
- Ability to find, evaluate and engage suppliers of goods and services
Procurement
Stakeholder management
- Ability to work with incomplete information and balance competing interests to create value for all stakeholders
Procurement
Supplier/relationship management
- Knowledge of supplier management concepts, principles and methods, and ability to apply this to strategic and/or practical situations
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Secondary Education (required)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Public Administration Economics, Political Sciences and Social Sciences or closely relevant field will be given due consideration (desired)
- CIPS Level 2 certification is desirable.
- 5 years (with Secondary education) or (2 years with Bachelor’s degree) of relevant core Procurement Experience is required at the national or international level.
- Public Procurement Experience with the Government/Non-Profit Sector is desirable
- Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.), knowledge of advanced automated procurement systems, experience in handling of web-based management systems.
Career Stream: Corporate Operations, Procurement