Apply for Vacancy for Contract Officer at United Nations Children’s Fund in Cameroon. The deadline for this job is 4th April 2021.

About:

UNICEF works in some of the world’s toughest places, to reach the world’s most disadvantaged children. To save their lives. Also, defend their rights. To help them fulfill their potential.

Duties:

• Ensure compliance of contracts related activities (meeting deadlines, respecting the quality projects and services, adherence of contractual terms, payment terms and contractors and monitor contracts lead times)
• Also, monitor the implementation of all service contracts, including construction contracts in collaboration with project administrators, ensure compliance with UNICEF procurement rules and regulations
• Likewise, assess providers at the end of contracts and update the supplier database for future

Education

Holding a university degree in administration management, procurement, Supply Chain, Economics, Finance, Marketing or any other field related to contracts.

Experience

Have at least two (02) years of professional experience and responsibility in contract or procurement management. Work experience in an International Organization will be an asset. Construction contracts management is an added advantage.

Language

Fluency in English or French, working knowledge in any other language used by UN is an asset.

Skills and knowledge:

• Good understanding of computer (MS office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Internet) essential.
• Likewise, good stress-resistance and work skills in a challenging safety environment.
• Additionally, ability to manage and monitor the effective use of financial and material resources

Additional Information:

UNICEF has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UNICEF, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. Also, UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Similarly, selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

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