UNDP Jobs: Vacancy for Procurement Associate (Service Centre/Human Resources)

Job background

Under the guidance and supervision of the Procurement Analyst with matrix reporting to the HR Specialist, the Procurement Associate ensures execution of transparent and efficient procurement of Service Contracts (SC), Special Service Agreements (SSA), Reimbursable Loan agreements (RLA), Non- Reimbursable Loan agreements(NRLA) and other related contract services and manages human resources and global payroll transactions and services for the Service Contract holders in Atlas HCM for UNDP projects and UN Agencies in the CO. The Procurement Associate promotes a client-focused, quality and results- oriented approach in the Unit.

The Procurement Associate works in close collaboration with the operations, programme, Business Development Team and the Programme Finance team in the CO and UNDP HQs staff for resolving complex procurement-related issues and information exchange.

Education:

Secondary education . with specialized certification in HR and Procurement.
University Degree in Purchasing and Supply, Human Resources Management, Business or Public Administration is highly desirable.
Experience:

5 to 6 years of progressively responsible HR and procurement experience is required at the national or international level.
Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc) and experience in handling of web based management systems.
Language Requirements:

Fluency in English
DEADLINE IS
10 - october-2008
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