Senior Procurement Policy Specialist (Base in Beijing)

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A multilateral development bank in Singapore seeks a Senior Procurement Policy Specialist to develop procurement frameworks and oversee compliance with procurement policies for infrastructure projects. Candidates must have at least 8-10 years of relevant procurement experience, strong knowledge of international procurement practices, and a Master's degree or equivalent. The role emphasizes collaboration with various stakeholders and supporting organizational procurement training.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years relevant procurement experience for MDB-financed infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of international public procurement policies.
• Experience with MDBs and other aid agencies on procurement policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update the Bank's Procurement Policy Framework.
• Review project documents for fiduciary oversight.
• Monitor procurement activities of projects under implementation.

Skills

International tendering

Public procurement knowledge

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in engineering, public procurement, or related fields

Professional Procurement Certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS)

Tools

IT-based procurement tracking systems

Job description

Senior Procurement Policy Specialist

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond—infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA‑rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology‑enabled, and promotes regional connectivity.

AIIB's Strategy, Policy and Budget (SPB) Department is responsible for (i) developing and monitoring the implementation of the Bank's strategic agenda; (ii) developing and overseeing compliance with the Bank's operational policies and procedures for the Bank's infrastructure investment operations (non‑treasury), including environmental, social, procurement and financial management; and (iii) developing and monitoring the Bank's annual business plan and budget to implement the Bank's strategies and manage the Bank's administrative budget to support the implementation of the annual business plan.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and update of the Bank's Procurement Policy Framework as well as appropriate directives, instructions, guidance and other necessary documents including standard procurement documents;
• Review project documents for investment operations to ensure appropriate fiduciary oversight;
• Monitor procurement activities of projects under implementation, and contribute to measures to improve procurement progress;
• Support the operational procurement training to Bank staff and Recipients of Bank financing;
• Assist with the development and implementation of the Bank's new IT‑based operational procurement tracking portal;
• Liaise with procurement counterparts in other multilateral development banks (MDBs) on cofinancing and policy harmonization issues;
• Other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum 8‑10 years relevant procurement experience for MDB‑financed infrastructure projects, and substantial procurement experience for private sector operations;
• Sound knowledge and significant experience of international best practice in infrastructure tendering and contracting strategies;
• Professional knowledge of public procurement legislations and international/national procurement policies and procedures;
• Substantial experience working with MDBs and/or other international/bilateral aid agencies on procurement policies and procedures;
• Strong awareness and knowledge of current issues relating to public procurement, especially MDB‑financed procurement;
• Experience with conducting project procurement risk assessments and providing recommendations of risk mitigation measures on both policy and regulatory compliance and the proposed project procurement strategy;
• Significant experience with IT‑based procurement monitoring and data management systems;
• Strong communication, analytical, project management and problem‑solving skills;
• Can work well with a team;
• Good oral and written communication skills in English;
• Master's degree or equivalent in engineering, public procurement, or related fields from a reputable university; professional Procurement Certification (e.g. CPSM, CIPS) preferred; and
• Ability to forge partnerships with recipients, cofinanciers and other stakeholders.

AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit‑based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation.

Join in AIIB's mission to promote sustainable infrastructure investments and to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia and beyond.

Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.

Closing Date

All opportunities close at 11:59 p.m. (GMT+8) on the dates listed.

Job Type

Recruitment of staff is conducted through a merit‑based competitive selection process. AIIB shall strive to provide employment opportunities open to all suitably qualified applicants, regardless of religion, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.