Associate IT Officer (Procurement and Contracts)
Assist with operational IT pre-procurement activities and vendor management
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Overview
Assist with operational IT pre-procurement activities and vendor management
You have:
- 3 years of relevant experience in IT procurement and contracts management is required
- Knowledge of service level agreements and vendor management
- Excellent communication skills to liaise with corporate buyers
- Ability to monitor vendor performance post-procurement
- Experience with IT investment management and reporting
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew for an initial period of three (3) years following Section 3.1 (b) of Administrative Order No. 2.01 (“Recruitment and Appointment’). This appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment. After the initial fixed period, ADB has the option to renew the appointment for up to three years or allow it to expire. This decision is based on ADB’s overall interest in retaining the skills and experience of the staff for medium-term work program within the respective group, department, or office, while considering the availability of funding sources.
This is a re-advertisement. Previous applicants need not apply. Applications received in response to previous posting will be considered together with applications received in response to this advertisement.
Overview
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 68 members, 49 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under its Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 68 members.
The position is assigned to the IT Finance and User Services Division (ITFS) within the Information Technology Department (ITD) and will be locally recruited and based in Manila, Philippines. ITD enables ADB’s digital agenda and supports the Bank’s global operations. The department delivers digital innovation, IT infrastructure, services, and solutions, and provides tools and knowledge platforms to 6000+ users in ADB’s Headquarters and 40+ field offices (FOs) in Asia and the Pacific.
ITFS manages the key administrative functions that support the day-to-day business of ITD including IT budget and finance; IT investment management and reporting; strategic IT procurement; and vendor, outsourcing, and asset management. It is also responsible for maximizing the value of IT for the end users through effective user support and continuous learning on digital technologies to increase end-user productivity.
Job Purpose
The Associate IT Officer (Procurement and Contracts) will be locally recruited and based in Manila, Philippines. The incumbent will assist with operational IT pre-procurement activities, defining contracting justifications. The incumbent will liaise with corporate buyers throughout the entire tendering process to ensure the appropriate information is provided to facilitate operational IT contracting decisions and other procurement activities such as software license renewals. Post procurement, the incumber will monitor vendor performance and adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs). The incumbent will report to a designated International Staff and senior National Staff.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Relevant Experience & Requirements
Required:
Preferred:
Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for NS1.
General Considerations
The selected candidate, if new to ADB, is appointed for an initial term of 3 years.
ADB offers competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package. Actual appointment salary will be based on ADB’s standards and computation, taking into account the selected individual’s qualifications and experience.
ADB seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.
Please note that the actual level and salary will be based on qualifications of the selected candidate.
Potential interview questions
| Can you explain a time when you improved vendor performance in a previous role? | The interviewer wants to assess your ability to manage vendor relationships and improve service delivery. | Detail a specific instance where your actions directly influenced vendor performance positively. |
| Describe your experience with service level agreements and how you've ensured compliance. | This question checks your familiarity with SLAs and your ability to monitor and enforce them. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize multiple IT procurement requests from different departments? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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Source:
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