Overview
The Procurement Officer will support the formulation, processing, administration, and monitoring of ADB-financed projects by acting as a subject matter expert for procurement in the Kazakhstan Resident Mission.
Tasks Summary
- Support EAs and IAs in developing procurement strategies, including capacity and risk assessments.
- Review procurement documents for goods, works, non-consulting, and consulting services.
- Review, endorse, and/or approve procurement and consulting services transactions.
- Advise and support EAs/IAs on contract implementation and management.
- Support procurement policy work and country procurement system strengthening.
- Contribute to country, sector, and agency procurement risk assessment reviews.
- Provide advice on compliance with ADB Procurement Policy and Directive.
- Participate in processing and review missions, supporting procurement and financial management aspects.
- Support monitoring, tracking, and reporting on procurement and financial management activities.
- Support EA/IAs in preparing documentation for compliance with ADB's Procurement Policy.
- Support non-project-related projects led by PPFD, including business opportunities fairs and seminars.
- Support EA/IAs capacity development, training planning and delivery, and develop training materials.
- Support the Central-West Asia Department in processing and administering Technical Assistance (TA) projects, particularly consultant recruitment.
- Perform other assignments as reflected in the workplan.
Experience Requirements
- At least 8 years relevant experience in procurement, project management or other related area in infrastructure projects (e.g., transport, energy, water or urban sectors).
- Demonstrated country/regional procurement experience in transport, energy, water, or urban infrastructure sectors.
- Familiarity with multilateral development banks (MDB) procurement and consulting services policies and procedures.
- Experience working in project management, contract management and capacity building with governments or other public sector entities.
- Experience leading projects, work with teams, and share relevant knowledge.
Qualification Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Public Procurement, Public Policy, or other related fields, with advanced training.
