Procurement Specialist

Chemonics seeks a Procurement Specialist for the anticipated USAID Nepal Public Financial Management Strengthening Project. This five-year program is expected to enhance the capacity of targeted government of Nepal (GON) ministries and agencies to improve transparency and accountability of public financial management systems. We are looking for individuals who have a passion for making a difference in the lives of people around the world.

Responsibilities include:

·      Leading in providing tailor-made extensive technical assistance to the selected ministries in the area of procurement and other aspects of PFM.

Qualifications:

1.     Candidates must have a master’s degree in a relevant subject with at least five years practical experience on procurement fiduciary activities and the expertise to identify and deploy knowledge to solve specific problems and/or to enhance procurement functions.

2.     Candidates must have a deep understanding of government procurement functions in different sectors with a considerable knowledge of budget execution issues.

3.     Demonstrated leadership, versatility, and integrity.

4.     Excellent communication (written and oral) skills in English and Nepali languages.

Application Instructions:

Send electronic submissions to pfmsprecruit@gmail.com by December 5, 2015. Please include "Procurement specialist" in the subject line. No telephone inquiries, please. Finalists will be contacted for an interview in Kathmandu.