Procurement Officer

Asian Development Bank (ADB); Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 1,267,000 - 1,970,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing and education allowance

Expatriate benefits

Retirement plan

Medical and health benefits

Paid leave

Life and other insurance plans

Staff development

Job summary

Asian Development Bank (ADB) seeks a Procurement Officer to support procurement planning, evaluation, and implementation for projects across the Asia-Pacific region. The role collaborates with EAs/IAs, consultants, and suppliers to ensure compliant and efficient procurement delivery.

Based in Port Moresby, you will work within PPFD's Procurement Division, contributing to CPS and eProcurement readiness while advancing ADB's mission to reduce poverty and promote sustainable development in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, engineering, public procurement, public policy, or related fields.
• At least 8 years of relevant procurement experience in infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with MDB procurement policies and procedures.
• Experience in project management, contract management and capacity building.
• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies for ADB projects and assess EA/IA capacity.
• Review procurement documents and recommend contract awards.
• Endorse and approve procurement and consulting transactions within delegated authority.
• Advise EA/IA on contract implementation and management issues.
• Support policy work and country procurement risk assessments.

Skills

Procurement

Project management

English proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

Job description

Job Description - Procurement Officer (26865)

Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia

Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

Organizational Setting and Reporting Relationship

The position of Procurement Officer is assigned to the Procurement Division (PFP) within the Procurement, Portfolio, and Financial Management Department (PPFD). You will be based at our Papua New Guinea Resident Mission in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea.

You will report to the Director, PFP, and will be matrixed to the Country Director, PNRM.

Your Role

As a Procurement Officer, you will work with other members of PPFD, Procurement Sector Teams in Headquarters, and staff at PNRM. You will engage with Executing and Implementing agencies (IAs) of the Borrower, engaged consultants, and partners on all procurement-related aspects of the sector portfolio. This engagement will facilitate the successful formulation, processing, administration, and monitoring of ADB-financed loan, grant, and technical assistance (TA) projects.

You will:

Under the supervision of the assigned PFP Specialist, you will act in the role of ADB's subject matter expert for procurement in PNRM concerning the following non-exhaustive list of tasks and activities:

• Support all executing agencies (EAs) and implementing agencies (IAs) in developing procurement strategies for ADB projects. You will conduct capacity assessments and development of EA/IAs, market analysis, risk assessments, options analysis, and all other relevant components of ADB's strategic procurement planning process.
• Review procurement documents, including bidding documents, bid evaluation reports, and recommendations for contract award for goods, works, non-consulting and consulting services.
• Within delegated authority, review, endorse and approve procurement and consulting services transactions.
• Provide advice and support to EA/IAs on contract implementation and management issues. Participate in Tripartite Review Meetings with Government of Papua New Guinea representatives and EA/IAs.
• Support procurement policy work, preparation and implementation of Country Partnership Strategy (CPS) and other activities that aim to strengthen country procurement systems as country, sector and agency procurement risk assessment reviews, and eProcurement readiness assessments.
• Provide general advice on compliance with the ADB Procurement Policy: Goods, Works, Nonconsulting and Consulting Services (2017), and Procurement Directive (2026).
• Participate in processing and review missions, supporting all procurement aspects necessary to support EA/IAs in project processing, implementation, and other consultation missions.
• Support monitoring, tracking and reporting on the procurement activities and related data to different partners, inputting and updating project data records in ADB's electronic databases including REAP tool (REAdiness of Procurement).
• Support the EA/IAs in preparing documentation to ensure full compliance with ADB's Procurement Policy and related legal agreements, contributing to preparation of project documents.
• Support EA/IAs capacity development, training planning and delivery, develop training materials and case studies and in conducting training for Sectors and Regional Departments, EA/IAs, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Support non-project-related projects led by PPFD. These projects include organization and participation in Business Opportunities Fairs (BOF) and seminars (BOS). They also involve internal policy development activities, creation of knowledge products, participation at public events, and delivery of training.
• Support ADB's Pacific Department, Sectors in processing and administering Technical Assistance (TA) projects, in particular providing support to the consultant's recruitment process.
• Perform any other assignments and reflected in your workplan, including supporting procurement activities in the region.

You will need:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, engineering, public procurement, public policy, or other related fields preferably with advanced training.
• At least 8 years relevant experience in procurement, project management or other related area in infrastructure projects (e.g., transport, energy, water or urban, health and social development sectors).
• Demonstrated country/regional procurement experience in infrastructure sectors as transport, energy, water or urban, health and social development.
• Familiarity with multilateral development banks (MDB) procurement and consulting services policies and procedures.
• Experience working in project management, contract management and capacity building with governments or other public sector entities.
• Experience leading projects, work with teams, and share relevant knowledge to benefit the broader ADB community.
• Proficiency in expressing ideas in both spoken and written formats in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for TL5.

Benefits

ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

• Housing and education allowance (if applicable)
• Expatriate benefits (if applicable)
• Retirement plan
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

Additional Information

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants.

This opening is a local staff position. It is open only to nationals and permanent residents of Papua New Guinea.

This is a fixed term appointment with option to renew, initially for a period of up to 3 years, or up to the Normal Retirement Date (NRD), whichever comes earlier, for the purpose(s) and conditions determined by ADB, in accordance with Administrative Order No. 2.01 (Recruitment and Appointment). After the initial fixed-term period, ADB may choose to renew the appointment for up to an additional 3 years or not renewed. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB, based on factors including but not limited to the requirement of Staff's particular blend of skills and experience for the medium-term work program of the organizational unit, sufficient funding to cover the renewed period, and Staff's performance and suitability for employment. There is no limit to the number of renewals up to NRD. However, this appointment is not convertible to a regular appointment.

About Us

ADB is a leading multilateral development bank supporting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth across Asia and the Pacific. Working with its members and partners to solve complex challenges together, ADB harnesses innovative financial tools and strategic partnerships to transform lives, build quality infrastructure, and safeguard our planet. Founded in 1966, ADB is headquartered in Manila and owned by 69 members—50 from the region.

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:Papua New Guinea Resident Mission-Papua New Guinea

Department:Procurement, Portfolio and Financial Management Department

Division:Procurement Division

Staff Category:Technical Local - Field Office

Position Level:TL5

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