State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)
RECRUITMENT: Procurement Assistant - 1 position
BACKGROUND
The Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project is an IDA grant in the amount of US$ 58 million prepared to support Tajikistan for the purpose of foundations for a more resilient agriculture sector refer to the availability of public agricultural services, including improved seeds, seedlings, and planting materials; agri-logistical services; agro meteorological information, soil testing, locust control and crop protection.
The project is implemented by the State Institution Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development Project Management Unit (SI AED PMU).
PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The development objective of the proposed project is to strengthen the foundations for a more resilient agricultural sector in Tajikistan.
State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) now invites qualified specialists with relevant work experience to participate in the competitive selection for the vacant position of the Procurement Assistant.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Assist in implementation of procurement transactions through the Bank’s online procurement planning and tracking tool (STEP);
• Contribute in preparation of procurement notices and publication through STEP and/or in local media and websites;
• Assist the Procurement Specialist on preparation of bidding documents, evaluation reports, contracts and communications related to procurement processes;
• Support in general contract administration and monitoring; verification of payment documents under contracts for the supply of goods, works and services;
• Contribute on prepare procurement related reports;
• Ensure that no debarred firms or individuals are participating in bidding (listed on the World Bank web site: www.worldbank.org/debarr );
• Assist in handle procurement related complaints including adequate logging and recording, notifying the World Bank, and preparing response;
• Provide advice to the PMU and respective agencies staff, including Tender committee members in appropriate areas related to procurement and contract management.
LANGUAGES
The Assistant of Procurement Specialist shall work in the Tajik, English and Russian languages. Documents shall be prepared in the Tajik or English/Russian Languages.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
• High education in law, economics, engineering, agriculture, business administration or other;
• At least 4 years’ working experience in procurement under international projects;
• Has Certificates of participation in any training on international procurement procedures in procurement of goods, works, and selection of consultants;
• Knowledge of donor procurement rules and regulations;
• Advanced computer skills;
• Excellent knowledge of English, Tajik, and Russian;
APPLICATION PROCESS
A cover letter (2 pages maximum) and resume (3 pages maximum) clearly demonstrating how applicants meet essential qualifications and asset criteria should be submitted to: State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED) at
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with “Procurement Assistant” in the subject line by no later than March 14, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Procurement Assistant will be selected in accordance with the procedures specified in the "Guidelines for the selection and hiring of Specialists by the World Bank.
You can get acquainted with the full Terms of Reference (Terms of Reference and Scope of Services) of the Procurement Assistant in the SI AED PMU at the address: Rudaki district, Jamoat Russia, Village 1-may, 432. Republic of Tajikistan, State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Contact phone: + Tel / fax: (44) 6100013; (44) 6100014; e-mail:
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