Date : 2007-11-03

Title : Contracts and Procurement Assistant (Islamabad bas

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Contracts and Procurement Assistant (Islamabad based)

The urban institute (UI), a non-profit, US-based consulting and research organization, is implementing the three-year, USAID-funded Pakistan Districts that Work (DTW) project at the district and tehsil/taluqa municipal administration (TMA) level in four provinces in Pakistan. The DTW project seeks applications from highly qualified and experienced Pakistani professionals for the following positions, based in Islamabad, NWFP Sindh and Baluchistan. More detailed terms of reference for each positions will be provided in short-listed candidates.

Contracts and Procurement Assistant (Islamabad based)

The Contracts and Procurement Assistant will be based in the project headquarter office in Islamabad and will be responsible to assist the Contracts & Procurement Specialist in procurement of office supplies, equipment and services. He will be responsible for working with the Contracts & Procurement Specialist and others to determine the project's needs plan and carry out a fair and competitive selection process in compliance with UI and USAID requirements, call for quotations, preparation of out a fair and comparative statement and analysis report and monitor results to ensure successful procurement and proper payment.

Required academic qualification and work experience: Bachelor's degree with 5-6 years work experience in public and or private sector in procurement. Must have strong English writing skills. Knowledge of computer applications is essential.

General requirements for all listed positions:

Fluency in spoken and written English; ability to produce high-quality written and oral reports and presentations; excellent skills in use of computers and computer software, including Microsoft Word@ Excel, and PowerPoint, excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork are essential for all positions. Some travel will be required for these positions.

UI offers a competitive marked-based salary and excellent benefits. UI is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women to apply.

Any candidates who meets the requirements for one of listed positions should apply no later than 11th November 2007 by sending a current CV with a cover letter outlining the candidate's interest in, and suitability for that positions. and the candidate's E-mail and telephone contact Information. Please indicate clearly in your cover letter the positions and location for which you are applying. Please also indicate your second choice location in case your first choice is not available. Apply by E-mail to DTWjobs@gmail.com or by post to House 7A, Street 45, F-8/1, Islamabad. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.