Procurement Associate (G6)

About the role

The OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe (POiD) is involved in a wide range of activities, ranging from arms control, counter-terrorism, and border management projects to disaster risk reduction, good governance, trafficking in human beings, and gender equality. Project funding is secured through a combination of the OSCE's regular budget and extrabudgetary (ExB) contributions pledged by donors via formal agreements. The Procurement Associate provides senior technical support throughout the procurement cycle, ensuring that procurement activities are implemented efficiently, transparently and in compliance with the OSCE CRMS and PCM, and applicable donor requirements. Working with a high degree of independence, the incumbent advises on procurement matters, co-ordinates complex procurement processes, supports procurement planning and contributes to the continuous improvement of procurement practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating procurement activities for ExB projects throughout the procurement cycle by reviewing procurement requests and technical specifications; advising on procurement approaches and planning; preparing and issuing solicitation documents (RFQ, ITB and RFP); coordinating procurement and financial evaluations; conducting supplier due diligence; preparing Justifications for Award and contractual documentation; participating in negotiations, where required; and ensuring compliance with the OSCE Common Regulatory Management System (CRMS), the Procure