Procurement Analyst
Join ADB as a Procurement Analyst. Provide policy advice on consulting services.
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Overview
Join ADB as a Procurement Analyst. Provide policy advice on consulting services.
You have:
- At least a Bachelor's degree in a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in procurement and consultancy.
- Proficiency in English and the language of the country of assignment.
- Understanding of the ADB Procurement Policy and Procurement Regulations.
- Ability to design and deliver trainings on procurement processes.
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.
Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship
The position of Procurement Analyst is assigned in the Consulting Services Unit (CSU) of the Procurement Division (PFP) within the Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department (PPFD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
You will report to a designated Technical International Staff and Officer.
Your Role
As a Procurement Analyst, you will be part of the CSU. CSU's responsibilities regarding consulting services include: (a) providing policy advice on consulting services to user departments; (b) advising on consulting services transactions during project design and implementation; (c) processing and approving consulting services transactions as specified in consulting services guidelines, and related sections of ADB's Procurement Policy, Procurement Regulations for ADB Borrowers, and associated staff instructions; (d) preparing, negotiating, and amending contracts for consulting services; (e) reviewing, revising, and advising on principles and procedures for consultancy, and preparing guidelines, manuals and handbooks on consultant recruitment and management; (f) maintaining the ADB Consultant Management System (CMS) and proposing design enhancements to improve transactional efficiency; (g) maintaining data and records on consultants and consulting contracts; (h) participating in interagency engagement on consulting services and procurement issues; (i) actively participating in consulting services improvement and efficiency projects, including conducting selected studies; (j) reviewing and administering the performance of ADB's consultants and consulting contracts; (k) supporting the resolution of disputes and complaints that may arise during consultant recruitment and contracting; and (l) designing and delivering trainings, knowledge materials, and outreach to internal and external clients on multiple aspects of consultancy procurement.
You will:
Work independently on all or a combination of the following tasks and clearly defined areas, depending on the assignment/instructions from supervisors, which may include but not be limited to:
Qualifications
You will need:
Benefits
ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
Additional Information
This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.
This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff's particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff's performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 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 our Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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Potential interview questions
| Describe a time when you provided effective policy advice on consulting services. | Understanding how you advise on policies helps evaluate your consulting skills. | Focus on a specific instance, detailing the situation, the advice given, and the outcome. |
| How do you handle contract negotiations? | This question assesses your negotiation skills and strategies. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Give an example of how you managed a dispute during consultancy procurement. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What methods do you use for performance review of consultants? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Discuss a successful training you delivered on consultancy procurement. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How would you propose enhancements to ADB Consultant Management System? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Share your experience working with interagency engagement on procurement issues. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What challenges have you faced in consultancy recruitment, and how did you overcome them? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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