Job Identification (Reference Number): 16231
Position Title: Senior ICT Procurement Associate
Duty Station City: Valencia
Duty Station Country: Spain
Grade: G-6
Contract Type: Special Short Term Graded (Up to 9 months)
Recruiting Type: General Service
Vacancy Type: Special Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 6 Months
Closing date: 7 September 2025
Introduction
Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.
IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration
Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, the following are considered first-tier candidates:
- Internal candidates
- Candidates from the following non-represented member states:
Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu
Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from nonrepresented member states of IOM.
Context
Under the overall supervision of Director, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and the direct supervision of Senior ICT Officer, (Business Relationship Management and Finance), the Senior ICT Procurement Associate will work in close collaboration with ICT project managers and IOM business units and will be responsible for carrying out contract and procurement functions in the ICT department in accordance with IOM’s regulations, rules and procedures.
Carry out support, coordination and execute procurement activities for the ICT department, including revision and consolidation of purchase request forms, organization and evaluation of bidding processes and follow up on purchase orders until the successful delivery of the products or services and timely payment to suppliers.
- Execute or direct hands-on the procurement process, including but not limited to, review Purchase Requisition, process Purchase Orders prepare Request for Proposal documents and drive the process, receive-verify goods/invoices.
- Assist supervisors in more complex, higher-value purchases.
- Support the development of procurement plans to optimize purchasing power and facilitate the implementation of project activities.
- Participate in negotiations of terms and conditions of purchases and help resolve issues related to the delivery of goods and services.
- Provide technical guidance to requisitioners and all staff in the office on preparation of specifications and procurement instructions and procedures. Participate in the development, evaluation and updating of systems and procedures for procurement; suggest areas for improvement and risk-mitigation measures.
- Identify local and international suppliers and service providers; participate in their evaluation taking into consideration quality, prices, reliability and services and the organization’s best interests.
- Contribute to the development of tools for tracking of contracts, agreements and progress towards the achievement of the procurement plans and schedules.
- Coordinate the maintenance of files with all required documentation and the preparation and timely submission of reports and statistics.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- University degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience, or;
- Completed High school / Secondary school education with six years of relevant professional experience;
- Certification in Procurement, Logistics or Supply Chain Management is an advantage.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Knowledge and use of advanced Microsoft Offices;
- Hands-on experience with the use of Enterprise Resource Planning system;
- Excellent knowledge of public sector procurement and logistics rules and procedures or a similar organization such as the UN; and,
- Knowledge of accounting systems, software and procedures.
Skills
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and coordinate administrative activities;
- Good oral and written communication skills;
- Good analytical and report-writing skills.
Languages
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the the three languages.
For this position, fluency in English (oral and written) is required. Working knowledge of French, Spanish, and/or another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, and Russian) is an advantage.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Notes
Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
Only candidates possessing the right of residence and right to work in Spain can be considered for this vacancy. Candidates for this vacancy will be considered to be locally recruited and will be eligible for allowances and benefits available to locally-recruited staff members.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here ). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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