State Institution “Agriculture Entrepreneurship Development” (SI AED)
Strengthening Resilience of the Agriculture Sector Project (SRASP)

RECRUITMENT: Procurement Specialist - 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; agrometeorological 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 Specialist.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The principal responsibility of the Procurement Specialist will be to manage the procurement process in order to ensure strict compliance with the World Bank procurement rules and procedures as well as the relevant regulations of the Republic of Tajikistan. The Procurement Specialist will coordinate procurement activities, completion of procurement plans, bidding documents, conduct negotiations with contractors, consultants, or suppliers, and manage deliveries of goods, works and services.
This will include but not be limited to practical assistance in:
(a) Implementation of procurement transactions through the Bank’s online procurement planning and tracking tool (STEP);
(b) preparation of procurement notices and publication through STEP and/or in local media and websites;
(c) update the procurement plan and getting the Bank’s approval through STEP;
(d) preparation of bidding documents, evaluation reports, contracts and communications related to procurement processes;
(e) carrying out of the bidding and selection process;
(f) general contract administration and monitoring; verification of payment documents under contracts for the supply of goods, works and services;
(g) maintain adequate procurement filing system (both hard copy and electronic copy);
(h) prepare procurement related reports when required;
(i) ensure that no debarred firms or individuals are participating in bidding (listed on the World Bank web site: www.worldbank.org/debarr );
(j) handle procurement related complaints including adequate logging and recording, notifying the World Bank, and preparing response;
(k) Contribution to the development and updating of the Project Operational Manual;
Provide advice to the PMU and respective agencies‘ staff, including Tender committee members in appropriate areas related to procurement and contract management.

Language
The Procurement Specialist shall work in English, Russian, and Tajik languages.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• High education in law, economics, engineering, business administration or equivalent;
• Received training on international procurement procedures, including World Bank rules in procurement of goods, works, and selection of consultants;
• At least five years’ working experience in procurement under the World Bank guidelines;
• Strong knowledge of donor procurement rules and regulations Good knowledge of international procurement procedures;
• Good knowledge of the Public Procurement Law;
• Advanced computer skills;
• Good 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 Этот адрес электронной почты защищен от спам-ботов. У вас должен быть включен JavaScript для просмотра. with “Procurement Specialist” in the subject line by no later than January 10, 2022 until 5:00 pm. Only full packages will be considered.
Applicants for the position of the Procurement Specialist 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 Specialist 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: Этот адрес электронной почты защищен от спам-ботов. У вас должен быть включен JavaScript для просмотра.