Procurement Expert

Request For Expressions of Interest

General Information
Country:   Ethiopia
City/Locality:   Addis Ababa
Notice/Contract Number:   To increase the efficiency of the processing of procurement under Sub-program B of the PBS Phase II project
Publication Date:   Nov 3, 2009
Deadline:   Nov 30, 2009
Funding Agency:   World Bank
Buyer:   Ethiopia Protection of Basic Services Program Phase II Project
Ministry of Finance and Economic Development
Original Language:   English

Contact Information
Address:   Ato Wondwossen Ayele
Deputy Director General
Pharmaceuticals Fund and Supply Agency (PFSA)
In front of St Paul Hospital, Gullele Sub- city
P.O. Box 21904
Addis Ababa  
Ethiopia
Telephone:   +251 11 275 1770
Fax:   +251 11 275 2555
Email:   Click here

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST
Procurement Expert

Country: ETHIOPIA
Name of Project: PROTECTION OF BASIC SERVICES (PBS-2)
Sector: Human Development Sector
CONSULTING SERVICES: To increase the efficiency of the processing of procurement under Sub-program B of the PBS Phase II project
Credit No. IDA 4578 ET /Grant No. IDA H4770 ET
Project ID No. P103022
Expressions of interest

PFSA is a government institute responsible for handling the procurement, storage and distribution of health commodities to all public health facilities in a sustainable and affordable manner. PFSA is entrusted with the responsibility of handling the procurement packages which are provided under the Health Component (Program B) of the Protection of Basic Services Program Phase II Project which is financed by the International Development Association (IDA) and other development partners. In order to efficiently implement the procurement processes of the health component B of the project, provision was made for PFSA to hire the necessary procurement staff.

PFSA is, therefore, looking to engage the service of a Procurement Expert to provide support for the procurement activities under component B of PBS II.

OBJECTIVE OF THE ASSIGNMENT:
The objective of the assignment is to increase the efficiency of the processing of procurement under Sub-program B of the PBS Phase II project as well as to provide all the necessary support to procurement staff at PFSA on international procurement through the provision of a highly qualified and skilled procurement officer

EXPECTED OUTPUT:
- A detailed Work Plan;
- Approved updated project procurement plans;
- A procurement data management system; and
- Completed procurement packages for goods and consultancy services provided in the procurement plan for PBS Phase II project;
- Sample “good practice” bid packages and evaluation reports for each method of procurement for goods, .

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Review the Project Appraisal Document, and the Development Financing Agreement for PBS Phase II Project. .
- Make contact with all the allocated PSCAP executing agencies and prepare a Work Plan for the approval of the World Bank
- Meet with the Director of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment Directorate and all the staff involved in procurement.
- Facilitate and update the project procurement plan;
- Prepare all bid packages
- Establish a Procurement Data Management System
- Prepare periodic procurement status report to be submitted to Management of PFSA and Development Partners.
- Follow-up opening of letter of credits and all required Bank formalities.
- Follow-up arrival and collection of documents from Banks.
- Forward documents to the respective clearing agent.
- Follow-up clearing and forwarding from ports/airports.
- Arrange for the timely inspection of goods by the concerned body.
- Fulfill Bank’s required formalities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- BA in Management, Economics, Pharmacy. A masters degree is an added advantage A minimum of 8 years of direct relevant experience in public procurement, including broad expertise in the management of procurement in the public and/or private sector;
- A minimum of 5 years of direct relevant experience in procurement in World Bank financed projects;
- State-of-the-art knowledge of the concepts, principles and practices which govern international procurement,
- Proven analytical and evaluative skills on key procurement issues and problems;
- Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating and resolving highly complex issues, both orally and in writing in English;
- Strong interpersonal skills and orientation as a team member;
- Ability to deal sensitively and build effective working relations with clients and colleagues.
- Familiarity with The World Bank Procurement Guidelines would be mandatory.
- Demonstrated skill in computer application and use of software programs is an essential requirement.

If you are interested please send a cover letter and CV to the following address on or before November 30, 2009.

Pharmaceuticals Fund and Supply Agency (PFSA)
In front of St Paul Hospital, Gullele Sub- city
Attention: Ato Wondwossen Ayele,
Deputy Director General
P.O. Box: 21904
Tel: 251 11 275 1770
Fax : 251-11-2752555
E-mail: pfsa@ethionet.et
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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