Procurement Officer

Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

The position of Procurement Officer is assigned to the Procurement Division (PFP) within the Procurement Portfolio and Financial Management Department (PPFD). You will be based at our India Resident Mission in New Delhi India.

You will report to the designated Senior Procurement Specialist and have a matrix reporting line to the Country Director INRM.

As a Procurement Officer you will work with other members of PPFD Procurement Sector Teams in Headquarters and staff at INRM engaging proactively with Executing and Implementing agencies (IAs) of the Borrower engaged consultants and partners on all procurement-related aspects of the sector portfolio to facilitate the successful formulation processing administration and monitoring of ADB-financed loan grant and technical assistance (TA) projects.

Under the supervision of the assigned Senior PFP Specialist you will act in the role of ADBs subject matter expert for procurement in INRM concerning the following non-exhaustive list of tasks and activities:

• Support all executing agencies (EAs) and implementing agencies (IAs) in developing procurement strategies for ADB projects including capacity assessments and development of EA/IAs market analysis risk assessments options analysis and all other relevant components of ADBs strategic procurement planning process.

• Review procurement documents including bidding documents bid evaluation reports and recommendations for contract award for goods works non-consulting and consulting services.

• Within delegated authority review endorse and approve procurement and consulting services transactions.

• Provide advice and support to EA/IAs on contract implementation and management issues. Participate in Tripartite Review Meetings with Government of India representatives and EA/IAs.
• Support procurement policy work preparation and implementation of Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) and other activities that aim to strengthen country procurement systems as country sector and agency procurement risk assessment reviews and eProcurement readiness assessments.

• Provide general advice on compliance with the ADB Procurement Policy: Goods Works Nonconsulting and Consulting Services (2017) and Procurement Directive (2026).

• Participate in processing and review missions supporting all procurement aspects necessary to support EA/IAs in project processing implementation and other consultation missions.

• Support monitoring tracking and reporting on the procurement activities and related data to different partners inputting and updating project data records in ADBs electronic databases including REAP tool (REAdiness of Procurement).

• Support the EA/IAs in preparing documentation to ensure full compliance with ADBs Procurement Policy and related legal agreements contributing to preparation of project documents.

• Support EA/IAs capacity development training planning and delivery develop training materials and case studies and in conducting training for Sectors and Regional Departments EA/IAs consultants contractors and suppliers.
• Support non-project-related projects led by PPFD including organization and participation in Business Opportunities Fairs (BOF) and seminars (BOS) internal policy development activities creation of knowledge products participation at public events delivery of training.

• Support ADBs South Asia Department Sectors and regional offices in processing and administering Technical Assistance (TA) projects in particular providing support to the consultants recruitment process.
• Perform any other assignments and reflected in your workplan including supporting procurement activities in the region.

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Economics Engineering Public Procurement Public Policy or other related fields with advanced training.

• At least 8 years relevant experience in procurement project management or other related area in infrastructure projects (e.g. transport energy water or urban health and social development sectors).

• Demonstrated country/regional procurement experience in infrastructure sectors as transport energy water or urban health and social development.

• 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 to benefit the broader ADB community.

• Proficiency in expressing ideas in both spoken and written formats in English.

• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TL5.

ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADBs standards and comparator markets taking into account your qualifications and experience.

• Retirement plan
• Relocation (if applicable)
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew initially for a period of up to 3 years or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD) whichever comes earlier for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staffs particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit sufficient funding to cover the renewed period and Staffs performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.

ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive resilient and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives build quality infrastructure and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966 ADB is headquartered in Manila and owned by 69 members50 from the region.

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