TECHNICAL PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST - UN WEB BUY PLUS (RETAINER)

Organization.
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is an operational arm of the United Nations, supporting the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world.
UNOPS supports partners to build a better future by providing services that increase the efficiency, effectiveness and sustainability of peace building, humanitarian and development projects.
Mandated as a central resource of the United Nations, UNOPS provides sustainable project management, procurement and infrastructure services to a wide range of governments, donors and United Nations organizations.
Background information UN Web Buy Plus.
The UN Web Buy Plus team is part of UNOPS Shared Services Center (SSC), which provides policy advice, operational support, and transactional services to UNOPS offices, and is responsible for the administrative support to HQ and Copenhagen-based personnel.
UN Web Buy Plus (www.
nwebbuyplus.
rg) is UNOPS e-commerce solution for the humanitarian and development sector.
Through UN Web Buy, partners can access UNOPS procurement services for selected commodities based on Long Term Agreements.
The platform offers 18 different catalogues and  is constantly expanding its offering through new catalogues.
UNOPS wants to expand its online UN WebBuy Plus catalogue  by proposing new commodities  and renew some of the current Long Term Agreements (LTAs).
The UN Web Buy Plus team wants to establish one or several LTAs for heavy machinery equipment, vehicles, electric heavy machinery and related charging systems, and access to energy solutions with suppliers which are able to provide such equipment globally.
Functional Responsibilities The Technical Procurement Specialist will.
Establishing for different types...
The Technical Procurement Specialist will.
Establishing for different types of commodities mentioned (heavy machinery, vehicles, electric vehicles and peripherals, access to energy systems) a set of comprehensive specifications that will be used by the UN Web Buy team in Copenhagen to publish suitable tenders Review and update specifications for categories where LTAs need to be renewed Answer potential requests for clarifications from bidders  during tender publication stage Perform the technical evaluation and come up with technical evaluation report in compliance with Procurement procedures, in order to award Long-term Agreement (LTA) contract(s) to one or several suppliers Education/Experience/Language requirements a.
Education  An advanced university degree (Master’s or equival...
a.
Education  An advanced university degree (Master’s or equivalent), preferably in the field of vehicle engineering or other relevant type of mechanical engineering; Bachelor’s degree with an additional two years of relevant work experience will be accepted in lieu of a Master’s/advanced university degree.
b.
Work Experience   With an advanced university/Master’s degree, at least 5 years of progressive experience in the  field of Motor Vehicles and Heavy Equipment (design, manufacturing, procurement, sales, maintenance and repair, fleet management, etc.); Experience in procurement of Motor Vehicles and Heavy machinery Equipment; Experience of procurement with UNOPS and in the UN is an asset.
c.
Languages  Fluency in English.
Fluency in Other UN language will be considered an advantage.
Competencies Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and ex...
Develops and implements sustainable business strategies, thinks long term and externally in order to positively shape the organization.
Anticipates and perceives the impact and implications of future decisions and activities on other parts of the organization.
(for levels IICA-2, IICA-3, LICA Specialist- 10, LICA Specialist-11, NOC, NOD, P3, P4 and above) Treats all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and encourages others to do the same.
Upholds organizational and ethical norms.
Maintains high standards of trustworthiness.
Role model for diversity and inclusion.
Acts as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit.
Collaborates and supports the development of others.
For people managers only.
Acts as positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles.
Demonstrates understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts the end beneficiary first.
Builds and maintains strong external relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the role).
Efficiently establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal.
Actions lead to total task accomplishment through concern for quality in all areas.
Sees opportunities and takes the initiative to act on them.
Understands that responsible use of resources maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries.
Open to change and flexible in a fast paced environment.
Effectively adapts own approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements.
Reflects on experiences and modifies own behavior.
Performance is consistent, even under pressure.
Always pursues continuous improvements.
Evaluates data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions.
Takes an unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks.
Applies innovation and creativity to problem-solving.
Expresses ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner.
Communication indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others.
Actively listens and proactively shares knowledge.
Handles conflict effectively, by overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
Contract type, level and duration Contract type.
Individual Contractor Agreement - ICA Contract level.
In...
Contract type.
Individual Contractor Agreement - ICA Contract level.
International ICA2- ICS10 Contract duration.
1 year, renewable subject to organizational requirements, availability of funds and satisfactory performance For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link.
https://www.
nops.
rg/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.
spx   Additional Information Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications rec...
Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes.
Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments.
UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures,  languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities.
UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce.
Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply.
These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.
We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process.
If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.
Terms and Conditions  For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post.
For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete)  in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS.
Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract.
Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers.
For more information on a retainer contract here.
All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks.
In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda.
It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel.
Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.