Statistics Agency under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Project Management Unit (PMU) on Strengthening the statistical system of Uzbekistan hereby announces a vacancy for the position of:
Vacancy: Procurement Assistant
Project: Strengthening the statistical system of Uzbekistan
Project description: The Statistical Capacity Building Project in Uzbekistan focusses on strengthening the capacity of the Statistics Agency under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, improving statistical production, and enhancing dissemination practices. The project activities will support preparations for revising statistical legislation and the organizational structure of the national statistical system, data collection systems and closing of data gaps, assessment and upgrade of information and communication technologies infrastructure, but will also improve communication and data dissemination practices.
The position is hosted by the Project Management Unit (PMU). This task will be carried out as part of the Project and will be aimed to support the Statistics Agency under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan in providing transparent, effective and efficient Project procurement support. The Procurement Assistant, who will be employed on a competitive basis, will contribute to efficient Project procurement in accordance with the rules and regulations of the World Bank.
Qualification requirements:
Functions and official duties of the Procurement Assistant will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Assisting the PMU PS in conducting the project procurement activities duly, securing observance of the World Bank Procurement Regulations’ requirements.
- Supporting the PS in preparation of procurement/bidding announcements, publishing them in the international and local press and organizing procurement in conformity with the World Bank procedures (international competitive bidding, national competitive bidding, selection of consultants, national shopping, etc.) and in accordance with the procurement plan;
- Assisting the PS in selection of consultants (starting from review of terms of references for consultants, supporting preparation of the RFP and ending with support of the evaluation and contract award);
- Maintenance of the procurement database, keeping the procurement records and filing system duly;
- Assisting in coordination of timely delivery of goods by suppliers, execution of works by contractors and Consultants in conformity with annual work plans;
- Assisting in submission of regular procurement reports to the PMU Director, including management report on procurement delays or contract implementation issues under the Project;
- Assisting in contract management and handling the contractual disputes.
- Performs other duties for the SSSU as required by the PS and PMU Director.
Terms:
- Work in a project (PMU) financed by the World Bank;
- Work schedule: Mon-Fri, from 09:00 to 18:00;
- Paid vacation;
- Salary according to the established rate;
Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their detailed CV to the project e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. The deadline for submission of CVs is 01.04.2024.