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PROCUREMENT OFFICER

Job

01

No. of employees needed

Contract

Job State

01 year

Duration

G2

Rank

-

Job Classification       

Ministry of Social and Family Development

Place of Work

PMU

Section

MVR 25020/- – MVR 28800/-

Salary

The consultant will be required to undertake the following tasks, among others.

1.   Procurement Related Activities of the PAIP
2. Reporting to the Project Coordinator of the PMU (MoSFD) on procurement preparation and conducting related activities,
3. Assistance in preparation of bidding documents for all stages of the procurement process (RoEIs, invitations to bid, standard bid documents, technical specifications, bid clarification, bid evaluation reports) in accordance with the ADB Procurement Guidelines and Regulations noted above,
4. Submission of all prepared documents to the Procurement Coordinator of the PMU (MoSFD) for review prior to submission for a No Objection from ADB;
5. Reviewing relevant Bid, Advance, and Performance Securities/bank guaranties,
6. Participation in or facilitation of Evaluations of submitted Bids. Preparation of Evaluation Spreadsheets and required documents. 
7. Setting up and maintaining a system of internal approval and contract signatures.
8. Submit signed contracts, completion/delivery certificates and other relevant documents to the Financial Manager for payments.
9. Assisting in development of Procurement Plans (by method of procurement, types, quantities, costs, delivery requirements, sources, etc);
10. Co-ordination of procurement matters with the Procurement Manager of the PMU (MoSFD) and with Ministry of Finance
11. Assisting in finalising specifications where necessary.
12. Maintaining the Bid Administration system and filing system.
13. General duties as may be directed by the Procurement specialist or the TFSU Project Manager.

Responsibilities

1. Master’s degree in a related field, with experience of 5-7 years. OR
2. Bachelor’s degree in a related field with experience of 10 years.
3. specialized Knowledge of and significant experience in all substantive area/ aspects of procurement (eg. Procurement of goods, various forms of construction contracts, selection, contacting of Procurement officer services under various methods, preparation of biddin/contract documents for International Procurementsof good work and services.
4. Familiarit with procurement requirementsof the ADB or other donor fund such as the World Bank would be an advantage.
5. Demonstrated high level competency in computer kills for operations using Micosoft word, Power point and Microst Out look applications.
6. High level verbal written and presentation communication skills in English with demonstrable reporting skills.
7. Should have strong Leadership, management skills in presenting discussing and resolving difficult issues and have ailty to work effiientlyan effectively wh a multi disciplinary team.

The successful candidate must understand the objectives and delivery mechanisms of the project’s portfolio. He/she must be willing to work in a team, be flexible to emerging or changing conditions, and undertake initiatives in his/her field of action.

Qualification and Experience required.

The Ministry of Social and Family Development now invites interested individuals qualified for the assignments to submit Expression of Interest inclusive of the following documentation to demonstrate your eligibility for the assignment.

1. Cover Letter for Expression of Interest.

2. CV including information that demonstrates that the candidate is qualified to undertake the scope of work.

3. Copy of National Identification Card

4. Work experience documentation. (Description of similar assignments, and experiences in similar fields of work).

5. Copies of attested academic qualification certificates accredited by Maldives Qualification Authority.

6. Reference letters from current and/or previous employers.

Required Documents

Candidates interested in applying, please email your CV along with other relevant documents to   careers.contract@msfd.gov.mv   before 24^th September 2024, 15 00, hrs.  For more information, please call +960 3027551

Deadlines and submission of application

The consultant will report to the Project Coordinator/ or to a person assigned by the Ministry.  He/she should report to work as per Ministry’s requirement and guidelines for the position.

Reporting Requirements

Successful candidates will be paid all-inclusive monthly total in the range of MVR 25020/- MVR 28800/- (salary will be based on pay Commission Circular No. 13/NPC/CIR/2018/5) depending on the qualification and experience. Allowances for duty travel assignmentsand Ramalaan shal lbe compensated at prevailing Government rates.

      Leave and othe entitlements shall be as follows:

Office space and other facilities such as computers will be provided as required.          Local transport for official travel and allowance for food and accommodation will be provided.

30 days of annual leave, 30 days paid sick   leave, with medical certificate, 10 days’ family leave, will be given as per Civil Service Regulations.

Facilities and Services Provided

The short-listed candidate will be requested to participate in personal interviews and submit the names and contact details of personal referees who can attest to their ability.

Shortlisting

An interview will be held between 29 September 2024-15 October 2024 at Ministry of Social and Family Development. Time will be notified by Email.

Interview Date, Time, place and duration

The A2 sheet will be published wthinworking 3 days of interview on the website of the ministry. Any queries about the A2 sheet should be mailed to the email of ministry within working 3 days after publishing of A2.

Publishing the A2 sheet

For any futher information call 3027551 or e-mail careers.contract@msfd.gov.mv. Recruiting  Policy will be available on https://www.csc.gov.mv/Policy/Index/51