Senior Procurement Specialist

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Law, Procurement, Engineering, Business, Finance, Public Administration or related field - OR - an internationally recognized procurement qualification or certification (NIGP-CPP, CPPO, CSCP, MCIPS, CPSM, CPSD)
• Minimum 8 years of relevant public procurement practitioner experience
• Substantial experience (in at least 2 projects) developing and/or reviewing procurement documents for all categories (goods, works, services), including bidding documents, evaluation reports, and contracts; experience with contract administration and monitoring
• Experience conducting or managing procurements under at least 2 donor-funded regulatory frameworks (e.g., World Bank, ADB, AfDB); MCC experience is an advantage
• Fluency in written and spoken English required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Competency in Microsoft Office suite
• Specific Skills & Competencies:
• In-depth understanding of procurement processes and contract management.
• Document drafting, evaluation, and reporting.
• Familiarity with international procurement standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluency in English; competency in Microsoft Office.
• EEO Statement
• XLA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting equality and integrity in the workplace, professional development and education, and an entrepreneurial atmosphere.
• We are proud to be an EEO/VETERAN EMPLOYER.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status and will not be discriminated against for self-identifying with either category

Additional Information

The Senior Procurement Specialist (SPS) supports the Procurement Agent Manager (PAM), manages high-value/complex procurement packages, prepares/reviews procurement documentation, and mentors other team members. Candidate needs to be local to Zambia

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