Procurement Specialist in world Bank

OYA Inc.

Washington (District of Columbia)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

An international financial institution is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Washington, DC. This role involves contributing to public procurement reforms and engaging with diverse stakeholders. Candidates should have a relevant advanced degree and a minimum of 5 years in public procurement management. Key responsibilities include designing procurement arrangements, assessing capacity, and developing procurement networks. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of successful experience in public procurement management.
Comprehensive understanding of Multilateral Development Banks’ procurement policies.
Willingness to obtain procurement accreditation within two years.

Responsibilities

Contribute to analytical tasks on public procurement and reforms.
Engage in procurement reforms in relevant countries.
Identify client needs and design procurement arrangements.
Assess procurement capacity and prepare fiduciary systems assessments.
Develop knowledge and learning products across procurement networks.

Skills

Public procurement management

Data analytics

Strong written and oral communication skills in English

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural environment expertise

Education

Advanced degree (MA/MSc/MBA) in a relevant field

Job description

Working in Procurement Specialist at World Bank provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. MNA procurement Unit is seeking applications for the Procurement Specialist position who will be working closely with two Procurement hub leaders and country-based procurement staff based across five CMUs under overall guidance and directions of the Practice Manager.

Duties and Accountabilities of Procurement Specialist in world bank :

Contribute to analytical tasks on public procurement and reforms.

The Procurement Specialist will actively engage in innovative reform discussions across MENA countries, focusing on Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP) and SMEs, including data analytics. They will contribute to MENA’s operational, analytical, and advisory efforts, requiring expertise in public‑sector governance and project involvement, including Resource Advisory Services (RAS) when possible. Strong communication skills are essential for effective engagement with diverse stakeholders within and outside the Bank, including government counterparts and other institutions. Building and maintaining positive relationships with international and national partner organizations, such as academia, civil society groups, and local research centers, is also a key aspect of the role.

He/she more specifically will:

Innovate and reform public procurement, collaborating with colleagues.
Engage in procurement reforms in relevant countries.
Identify client needs and design procurement arrangements.
Assess procurement capacity and prepare fiduciary systems assessments.
Develop knowledge and learning products across procurement networks.
Manage online surveys and produce progress reports.
Coordinate delivery of MENA procurement publications and tools.
Willingness to obtain procurement accreditation within two years.
Minimum 5 years of successful experience in public procurement management.
Advanced degree (MA/MSc/MBA) in a relevant field.
Comprehensive understanding of Multilateral Development Banks’ procurement policies.
Experience in leading or supporting the development of procurement components in Bank operations.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
High integrity and commitment to quality and timeliness.
Effective in multicultural environments and client relationships.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
Detail‑oriented and capable of multitasking with minimal supervision.
Willingness to travel internationally when required.