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Central Support Services

Vacancy Announcement

Associate Procurement Officer, Grade 14 / LDC

HQ Amman

Vacancy Announcement Number

Deadline for Applications

19-AR-AM-44

22 June 2019

Contract Status

Duration

Option One:

Fixed-Term Appointment for 3 years (applies to

internal candidates on Fixed-Term contract only);

including 1 year probation period, with the possibility of

further extension, subject to the availability of funds,

satisfactory performance and continuing need.

Contract Status

Duration

Option Two:

Limited Duration Contract for 1 year (applies to

external candidates and internal candidates on

LDC); renewable; Appointment subject to funding

confirmation.

Department Central Support Services

UNRWA is committed to achieving gender parity at all levels of staffing under the current UNwide gender agenda and strongly encourages applications from qualified women.

UNRWA welcomes applications from qualified candidates with disabilities.

UNRWA, the largest United Nations operation in the Middle East with over 30,000 staff working

across five areas of operation, is looking for highly committed professionals wishing to make a

change.

UNRWA’s strategic objectives

The mission of UNRWA is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human

development under the difficult circumstances in which they live. In line with this mission, the

Agency works towards five strategic outcomes: (a) Palestine refugee rights under international

law are protected and promoted; (b) Palestine refugee health is protected and disease burden is

reduced; (c) school-age children complete quality, equitable and inclusive basic education; (d)

Palestine refugee capabilities are strengthened for increased livelihood opportunities; and (e) 

Palestine refugees are able to meet their basic human needs of food, shelter and environmental

health. UNRWA is funded almost entirely by voluntary contributions from UN member states,

regional bodies, business foundations and individual contributions.

Do you want to make a lasting difference?

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a tangible difference for one of the most

vulnerable communities in the world, UNRWA would like to hear from you. In this role, you will

be responsible to the assigned Procurement Officer.

The main responsibilities include:

 Planning procurement actions for assigned projects, which involve the procurement of a

variety of goods and services of a general nature, and some technically complex

commodities; reviewing and analyzing technical specifications to ensure completeness,

accuracy and competitive qualities, and identifying optional courses of action; supervising,

assigning tasks to, and assessing the performance of his/her subordinate staff and providing

them with coaching, mentoring and training;

 Advising staff, including Requisitioning Units, in matters regarding procurement policies and

procedures, technical specifications, pricing and product/service availability, as well as

appropriate substitutes or alternative options to reduce costs;

 Conducting market research to keep abreast of market developments; researching and

analyzing statistical data and market reports on the situation, patterns and availability of

goods and services;

 Developing vendor evaluation criteria; preparing and conducting solicitations and evaluation

of bids/proposals/quotations to ensure overall competitiveness, quality, and conformity to

specified requirements; ensuring that the recommended award(s) are made in the best

interest of the Agency;

 Compiling, verifying and presenting procurement data; preparing and reviewing all relevant

supporting documents and recommends approval of the contract or purchase order;

authorizing purchases in line with delegated authority, and, in cases where the amount

exceeds authorized signature authority, preparing submissions to the Contracts Committee

for review and subsequent approval by the authorized official;

 Following up and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services in coordination with

contractors and Requisitioning Units; overseeing adherence to contractual agreements;

advising concerned parties on contractual rights and obligations; monitoring contract cycle

management; ensuring that contracts are closed and filed in a timely manner; reviewing

contract performance evaluations; addressing vendors’ performance issues in coordination

with Requisitioning Units;

 Preparing and reviewing a variety of reports, correspondence, and documents (e.g.

purchase orders, contracts and amendments) on procurement-related matters;

Conditions of service

Option One: Fixed Term Appointment, Grade 14

Monthly basic salary JD 849.80 plus special occupation allowance of 8.40% of the basic

salary Other benefits include monthly Provident Fund contribution (15% of basic salary paid by

the Agency), compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave, and dependency

allowance (if applicable).

Option Two: Limited Duration Contract (LDC- Band F)

Monthly basic salary starting from JD 977.20 depending on the professional knowledge and

experience. Other benefits include compulsory medical insurance, 30 days of annual leave prorated to the duration of the contract where less than one year, and family allowance (if applicable).

To qualify for this position, you will need:

Education University degree from an accredited educational institution in business

administration, public administration, procurement, supply chain

management, contract law, or related area. 

Who we are

For almost 70 years, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine (UNRWA) has

been working on the ground in five fields of operations in Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, West Bank

and the Gaza Strip providing direct assistance and protection for some 5 million Palestine

refugees in the Middle East. UNRWA is mandated by the UN General Assembly to provide this

assistance and its mission is to help Palestine refugees achieve their full potential in human

development until there is a just and lasting solution for their plight. UNRWA restores safety,

dignity and hope to millions who have been uprooted by conflict with services encompassing

education, health care, relief and social services, camp infrastructure and improvement,

microfinance and emergency assistance.

For more details on UNRWA, please visit: https://www.unrwa.org/

Work

experience

At least four years of relevant experience in procurement, contract

management, supply chain management or related area.

Language(s) Excellent command of spoken and written English and Arabic.

You will also need to demonstrate the following competencies:

UN Core Values of Professionalism, Integrity and Respect for Diversity apply by default.

 Communication;

 Teamwork;

 Planning and Organizing;

 Accountability;

 Client Orientation

For guidance on how to prepare for competency-based interviews:

https://careers.un.org/lbw/home.aspx?viewtype=AYI

How to apply

Applicants are required to register at http://jobs.unrwa.org by creating a personal profile and

completing an UNRWA Personal History Form. Please note that UNRWA only accepts degrees

from accredited educational institutions. Only applications received through

http://jobs.unrwa.org will be considered. Due to the large number of applications received, only

applicants short-listed for interview will be contacted via e-mail only. Please ensure that the email address indicated in your Personal History Profile is accurate.

The United Nations does not charge fees at any stage of the recruitment process (application,

testing, interviewing, etc.). The United Nations does not concern itself with information related

to bank accounts.

General Information

This vacancy notice is open to internal and external candidates. As an Area post, preference

will be given to local candidates already based in the duty station of the post.

UNRWA is a United Nations organization whose staff are expected to uphold the highest

standards of integrity, neutrality and impartiality. This includes respect for human rights, for

diversity, and for non-violent means of dealing with all kinds of conflict. UNRWA staff are

expected to uphold these values at all times, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully

and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for UNRWA jobs. UNRWA

is a non- smoking work environment.

The Agency reserves the right not to make an appointment, to make an appointment at a lower

grade, or to make an appointment with a modified job description.

On appointment, all individuals will be asked to sign a self-attestation, confirming that they

have not committed, been convicted of, or prosecuted for, any criminal offence and that they 

have not been involved, by act or omission, in the commission of any violation of international

human rights law or international humanitarian law.

Date of issue: 09 June 2019/AD

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