Procurement Specialist
Join ADB as a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead procurement compliance and advice.
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Overview
Join ADB as a Senior Procurement Specialist to lead procurement compliance and advice.
You have:
- Extensive knowledge of ADB's procurement procedures.
- Proven experience in project procurement due diligence.
- Experience in performance-based contracting and FIDIC contracts.
- Ability to provide technical guidance and capacity development.
- Strong communication skills for advising and reporting.
Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia
Are you ready to make a lasting impact on 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 Senior Procurement Specialist is assigned to 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 Director, PFP and will oversee junior team members.
Your Role
As a Procurement Specialist, you will complete a variety of tasks, covering all or a combination of the following responsibilities: (i) provide assistance, technical guidance and capacity development to ensure compliance with ADB's procurement (goods, works, and consulting services) procedures; (ii) support improvements in the implementation performance of ADB portfolio of loans, grants, and technical assistance (TA) including procurement under Public Private Partnership (PPP); (iii) advise on the use of FIDIC (Federation Internationale des Ingenieurs-Conseil) suite of contracts, performance-based contracting, and design-build-operate type arrangements; (iv) conduct project procurement due diligence, strategic procurement planning and recommend procurement and contract implementation arrangements fit-for-purpose and delivering value-for-money; and (v) work with sector divisions to provide tailored procurement advice in any of the following sectors: public sector management, energy, transport, water and urban development, agriculture, food and natural resources, education, health and social protection, digital infrastructure development.
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Benefits
ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, considering your qualifications and experience.
About Us
Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 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 our Strategy 2030.
ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members.
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Potential interview questions
| How have you ensured compliance with procurement procedures in your previous roles? | This question assesses your understanding of procurement compliance. | Provide specific examples of how you enforced procedures and any challenges faced. |
| Can you describe your experience with performance-based contracting? | This evaluates your practical knowledge and application of such contracts. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you employ for conducting project procurement due diligence? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you provide capacity development in procurement processes? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Describe a time you worked with sector divisions to enhance procurement advice. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What insights do you have regarding the use of FIDIC contracts? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you prioritize tasks in a procurement project? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Have you faced any challenges in procurement processes for public-private partnerships? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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