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For every child, health.
UNICEF began providing assistance to Cambodia in 1952 and has been working since then to improve the wellbeing of Cambodian children. UNICEF established its first country office in 1973 in the capital of Phnom Penh. More information on what we do in Cambodia is available at https://www.unicef.org/cambodia/.
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The purpose of this consultancy is to provide supply and procurement technical assistance to National Maternal and Child Health Center (NMCHC) on the procurement of Goods/Services under Gavi HSS Project from 2020 onward.
Work Assignments:
Under the direct supervision of the Supply and Procurement officer, the consultants provide technical assistance to the supply chain operations of the Cambodia Country Office.
Specific tasks include:
Provides technical assistance on Procurement Services requests from Government partners and NGOs (cost estimates, order confirmation, delivery, and settlement of accounts). Monitors the status of transactions and provides progress updates to the partners. Assists in the preparation of appropriate bidding documents (RFQ/ITB/RFP invitations to potential suppliers), and evaluates offers, bid tabulations, draft CRC submission documentation and makes recommendations for finalization of purchases according to established procurement rules, regulations and procedures Prepare relevant supply reports to facilitate advisory support to Governments/national systems in defining and determining supply solutions for children, such as use of procurement services; local market development, and private sector engagement. Monitor and review supply spend and draft procurement strategies based on category management in order to focus on strategic, essential supplies and services that contribute to results for children, and support the establishment of long term agreements (LTAs) where relevant. Maintain highest level of integrity, ethical standards and accountability in the procurement of goods and contracting of services. Assists in the implementation of the supply component of the Country Programme, with an emphasis on the procurement and delivery of UNICEF provided supplies. Interacts with Programme Sections/Government counterpart on the identification of supply needs, product specifications, quantification and sourcing options.To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have…
A university degree is required in Business Administration, Management, Economics, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, Contract/Commercial Law, International Development, Health or related social science field At least 5 years of relevant professional work experience, such as national or international work experience in supply, logistics, purchasing, contracting and/or related fields. Work experience in developing countries desirable. Technical knowledge of health sector products desired. Ability to engage in substantive technical discussion with all stakeholders Health supply chain management experience an advantage Good analytical skill and negotiating skills. Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas and concepts in written and oral form. Ability to manage and monitor the effective use of financial and material resources. Ability to work in a multicultural environment and establish harmonious working relationships, both within and outside the organisation. Fast learner, adapts and responds to change, tolerates ambiguity. Basic knowledge of latest developments and technology in supply chain management.To view detail Terms of Reference for this assignment, please click hereTOR for Supply Assistance Junior Level Level.docx
For every Child, you demonstrate…
UNICEF's values of Care, Respect, Integrity, Trust, and Accountability (CRITA) and core competencies in Communication, Working with People and Drive for Results.
The functional competencies required for this post are...
View our competency framework at
http://www.unicef.org/about/employ/files/UNICEF_Competencies.pdf
UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of the organization.
UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.
Remarks:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.
Individuals engaged under a consultancy or individual contract will not be considered “staff members” under the Staff Regulations and Rules of the United Nations and UNICEF’s policies and procedures, and will not be entitled to benefits provided therein (such as leave entitlements and medical insurance coverage). Their conditions of service will be governed by their contract and the General Conditions of Contracts for the Services of Consultants and Individual Contractors. Consultants and individual contractors are responsible for determining their tax liabilities and for the payment of any taxes and/or duties, in accordance with local or other applicable laws.
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