STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced University Degree in Civil Engineering, and/or Construction Management, Business Administration, Legal or other relevant field, or First University degree with an additional relevant work experience and/or training/courses.
Experience: Five or more years of relevant Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Construction Procurement.  
Knowledge and Skills:    
• Knowledge and/or experience in engineering design, standards and implementation.
• Knowledge of FIDIC Contracts is advantageous.
• Knowledge and/or experience in project and contract management.
• Experience in planning and supervision of community infrastructure projects.

Computer Skills: Microsoft office suite (level 4/5 proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Project);
Languages: Fluency in both oral and written communication in the Portuguese and English 
 

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Experience handling routine transactions/ purchase of commodities/goods/services.
• Experience developing timelines and cost reports for suppliers (e.g. retailers, wholesalers and traders).
• Demonstrated experience coordinating procurement processes with other units/ teams (e.g., logistics, ICT, Administration).

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive, within delegated authority):

Under the general supervision of Procurement Unit and in coordination with Engineering Unit, the job holder shall be responsible for overseeing procurement of construction services, reporting on the progress of the works, ensuring that all parties are executing their duties & responsibilities in accordance with the contracts to be singed between WFP and the selected Service Provider. 
The following are non-exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities of the job holder:
1. Plan, manage and provide senior management with technical advice on procurement of construction services, following rules, procedures, and regulations.
2. Work in close collaboration with internal counterparts to align procurement of construction services with wider programmes and ensure a coherent approach to ensure continuity of WFP’s operations.
3. Manage procurement activities of construction services, (e.g., issue tenders, evaluate offers and negotiate/award contracts), following standard procurement processes and contribute towards successful procurement of these services.
4. Develop and prepare standard contracts for construction procurement. Manage and coordinate negotiations with all interested parties including contract disputes and claims.
5. Establish Long Term Agreements (LTAs) to strategically source construction services that have recurrent nature from local as well as from international sources.  
6. Review scope of works, design, specifications, and Bill of Quantities submitted by Requesting Units before issuance of tenders.
7. Conduct market intelligence on construction activities in the local market, competitiveness of prices, local regulations, and advise internal counterparts to enable informed decisions making.
8. Assess market for potential construction vendors and support maintenance of suppliers’ roster for Construction Services.
9. Review construction progress reports and ensure compliance with contract terms and conditions before approval of progress as well as final payments. 
10.Review variations/change orders to a works proposal including cost estimates, in consultation with Engineering and Programme units
11.Perform performance evaluation of suppliers in consultation with Requesting Unit in-line with terms and conditions of the contract agreement after completion of each projects. 
12.Represent Procurement Unit in construction related coordination meetings as well as discussion on issues related to on-going construction activities.
13.Train WFP staff to take a strategic and proactive approach to the procurement of construction services. Guide and supervise staff as required.
14.Perform Other duties as required

WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK – OUR BEHAVIOUR MATTERS

• Leads by Example with Integrity

Lives WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others.

• Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change.

• Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork

Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth.

• Applies Strategic Thinking

Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things.

• Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

Builds and nurtures external partnerships & collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives.