Chemonics International Inc шукає Procurement Specialist

Chemonics International, a global consulting and international development firm, seeks a Procurement Specialist, full-time position, for the USAID-funded Competitive Economy Program (CEP). This five-year program will encourage startup businesses and small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs), increase domestic market competition, and support the competitiveness of Ukrainian firms in international markets. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

The Procurement Specialist will support CEP’s grant and subcontracts team in all aspects related to procurement and subcontract management. This includes the administration of procurement processes; drafting, review, and recordkeeping of documentation relating to procurements and agreements; supporting procurement selection processes, negotiations, and awards; and providing training and capacity-building as needed to project staff and grantees on topics related to procurement.

The Procurement Specialist’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for the pricing and purchasing of goods and services.
• Record, screen, and review Procurement Action Requests (PAR). Track each PAR as it moves through the process, prevent delays, and trouble-shoot roadblocks.
• Liaise with vendors and subcontractors to ensure the quality of services and products.
• Support procurement activities and management of subcontract/vendor agreements in compliance with the CEP contract, Chemonics policies and procedures, and USAID regulations.
• Issue solicitations, collect quotations and execute procurements of goods and services to support technical activities and operational/administrative tasks.
• Generate draft solicitations and associated documents, including selection memoranda and justification of sole source, as required.
• Maintain current and complete records relating to procurement and vendor agreements, manage current agreements, and ensure compliant closeout of agreements and subcontracts as needed.
• Apply CEP’s procedures and processes in evaluating proposals and price quotations, including serving as a member of selection committees as needed.
• Contribute to preparation and execution of procurements relating to grants, including coordination and work with grantees and technical specialists in procurements related to grant agreements, etc.

The required and/or preferred qualifications for the Procurement Specialist’ position are:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, administration, or related field.
• At least 3 years of professional procurement and/or subcontracts management experience required.
• Familiarity with USAID procurement regulations strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with USAID or other donor-funded grant programs, including procurement under grants, preferred.
• Working proficiency in basic office computer applications, including MS Word and Excel, required.
• Exceptional organizational and communications skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and work in fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.
• Proficiency in English and Ukrainian required.

Application Instructions:

Please send a CV and brief letter of interest in English indicating related experience and achievements by May 11, 2021 to [email protected]. Please include your name and “Procurement Specialist” in the subject line. Please note the position is open for Ukrainian citizens only. Candidates will be reviewed and interviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.