Senior Procurement Policy Specialist(Based in Beijing)

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A multilateral development bank is seeking a Senior Procurement Policy Specialist based in Beijing. The role requires 8-10 years of procurement experience in MDB-financed projects, knowledge of tendering strategies, and strong communication skills. The successful candidate will support policy development, monitor procurement activities, and liaise with other organizations. This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to sustainable infrastructure investments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of procurement experience for MDB-financed infrastructure projects.
• Significant experience with international/national procurement policies.
• Good English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of the Bank’s Procurement Policy Framework.
• Review project documents for fiduciary oversight.
• Monitor procurement activities of projects.

Skills

Procurement experience for MDB-financed infrastructure projects

Knowledge of international best practices in tendering

Experience with procurement risk assessments

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

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

Tools

IT-based procurement monitoring systems

Job description

Senior Procurement Policy Specialist (Based in Beijing)

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The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing infrastructure for tomorrow in Asia and beyond, with sustainability at its core. The Bank began operations in Beijing in 2016 and has grown to 110 approved members worldwide, capitalised at USD100 billion and AAA‑rated by major international credit rating agencies. AIIB works with partners to meet clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in green, technology‑enabled infrastructure that 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 infrastructure investment operations (non‑treasury), including environmental, social, procurement and financial management; and (iii) developing and monitoring the annual business plan to implement the Bank’s strategies and manage the administrative budget.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and update of the Bank’s Procurement Policy Framework and related 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 operational procurement training for 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 MDBs on cofinancing and policy harmonization issues.
• Other tasks assigned by the supervisor.

Requirements

• Minimum 8–10 years of procurement experience for MDB‑financed infrastructure projects and substantial experience in 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 of current issues relating to public procurement, especially MDB‑financed procurement.
• Experience with project procurement risk assessments and recommendations for risk mitigation on policy, regulatory compliance, and proposed project procurement strategy.
• Significant experience with IT‑based procurement monitoring and data management systems.
• Strong communication, analytical, project‑management and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to 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.
• Ability to forge partnerships with recipients, cofinanciers and other stakeholders.

AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from a team with diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit‑based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people 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.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Business Development

Industry

International Trade and Development