Senior Procurement Officer (2 positions)
Become a key player in procurement within ADB to ensure project success.
Overview
Become a key player in procurement within ADB to ensure project success.
You have:
- Experience in procurement processes and management, particularly in the context of international development.
- Knowledge of project financial management and administration.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to project procurement.
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 positions are assigned to Procurement Division 1 (PFP1) and Procurement Division 2 (PFP2) within the Procurement, Portfolio and Financial Management Department (PPFD). PPFD’s responsibilities include project-related financial management, consultant recruitment, Executing Agency procurement reviews, project implementation, portfolio management and project performance management. In addition, our teams are involved in a number of initiatives and have introduced certain changes to procedures to improve ADB’s performance with respect to consultant recruitment, procurement reviews, project implementation, portfolio management and project performance management.
The incumbents will report to a PFP1 or PFP2 Director/Procurement Sector Lead within one of PPFD Procurement Sector Teams (Agriculture, Food, Nature, Rural Development; Energy; Finance and Public Sector Management and Governance; Human and Social Development, Transport; Water and Urban Development) and will supervise Administrative staff.
Your Role
As a Senior Procurement Officer, you will work closely with other members of the PPFD Procurement Sector Team and engage proactively with Sector Group staff, executing and implementing agencies (EA/IAs), engaged consultants and other stakeholders on all procurement-related aspects of the sector portfolio, to facilitate the successful formulation, processing, administration and monitoring of ADB-financed loan, grant, and technical assistance (TA) projects.
You will:
Qualifications
You will need:
Benefits ADB offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB’s standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.
· Paid leave (including parental)
· Medical and health benefits
· Life and other insurance plans
· Staff development
· Retirement plan
· Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
Additional Information
1) Multiple positions at various levels may be filled from this opening.
2) Actual position title and level will be based on your qualifications, experience and job scope that will be assigned to the selected candidates.
About Us
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.
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Potential interview questions
| Can you describe a challenging procurement project you managed and what was your approach? | This question assesses your problem-solving and project management capabilities. | Discuss a specific procurement project, the challenges faced, and the steps you took to overcome them. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when managing multiple procurement projects simultaneously? | This question evaluates your time management and organizational skills. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you engage with stakeholders during the procurement process? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What strategies do you use to ensure compliance with procurement regulations? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you provide an example of how you improved procurement efficiency in a past role? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |