Procurement Management Specialist
Organizational Context
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) operates in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on resilient infrastructure and public management to drive sustainable development. The Barbados Country Office serves as a hub for 17 Caribbean Small Island Developing States (SIDS), supporting national priorities and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals through agile, results-driven solutions.
Job Purpose
This Procurement Management Specialist role supports the Caribbean Resilient Infrastructure Implementation and Skills Exchange (RIISE) Facility, a regional mechanism for climate-resilient infrastructure projects. The Specialist will provide demand-driven technical assistance through remote advisory support and on-site deployments across Eastern Caribbean countries. The purpose is to strengthen institutional capacity, facilitate knowledge exchange, and ensure effective procurement processes for infrastructure development, aligning with national priorities and contributing to sustainable development goals.
Responsibilities
The Procurement Management Specialist will provide expert advice and support across the procurement lifecycle. Key responsibilities include developing procurement strategies and plans, analyzing markets, and advising on appropriate procurement approaches for goods, works, and services. The role involves preparing and reviewing solicitation documents, evaluation criteria, and ensuring alignment with applicable frameworks. Additionally, the Specialist will support procurement processes, advise on risks and integrity, and provide contracting and contract management advisory. A significant aspect involves assessing and strengthening public procurement systems, promoting sustainable and resilient procurement practices, and developing capacity through training and knowledge sharing with government counterparts and stakeholders.
Work Experience
Requires progressively responsible professional experience in procurement, contracts management, or supply chain management. Demonstrated experience in providing technical advice, preparing procurement documentation, and working with public procurement systems is essential. Experience in infrastructure, international development organizations, or SIDS is desirable.
Skills
Procurement Planning, Procurement Strategy, Procurement Documentation, Procurement Processes, Contract Management, Public Procurement Systems, Institutional Strengthening, Sustainable Procurement, Capacity Development, Knowledge Sharing, Bidding Process, Purchasing Negotiation, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Process Improvement.