Job Description
Procurement Specialist
Job #:
req37208
Organization:
World Bank
Sector:
Procurement
Grade:
GF
Term Duration: 3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type:
Local Recruitment
Location:
Kyiv,Ukraine
Required Language(s):
English
Preferred Language(s):
Ukranian
Closing Date:
7/1/2026 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Do you want to build a career that is truly worthwhile? The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty and promoting shared prosperity. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. For more information, visit www.worldbank.org
Europe and Central Asia Region
The Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region comprises 30 extremely diverse, predominantly middle-income countries, with a population of nearly 500 million people. ECA countries face structural and legacy issues, including an incomplete transition to a market economy and declining productivity, weak institutional capacity, dependence on fossil fuels, limited physical and digital connectivity and, in many instances, aging populations. Recent shocks (COVID-19, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, weather shocks and natural disaster) have further exacerbated these challenges, with significant impacts on the level, inclusiveness and sustainability of growth and overall living standards.
The World Bank Group is working closely with client countries in the region to address these issues, with increasing focus on productivity growth and job creation, energy security and water management, human capital and economic inclusion, and physical and digital connectivity. The region has a strong lending pipeline and a large portfolio of projects spanning a number of sectors. In addition, knowledge is critical to the Bank’s value proposition to client countries in the ECA region.
Procurement work in ECA
The Procurement Team in Europe and Central Asia (ECA) Region provides crucial operational procurement support to ECA’s diverse portfolio. Policy dialogue is also important, through DPOs, TAs and collaboration with other GPs, the procurement team in ECA is helping countries to keep transforming their procurement systems. Effective, efficient, and transparent public procurement is crucial for achieving ECA’s objectives.
Scope of Work
The procurement specialist will work under the guidance of the accredited practice manager and the supervision and oversight of the specific hub coordinator. His or her main responsibilities are:
• Support client countries in achieving value for money in public procurement to enhance service delivery and development outcomes with integrity.
• Understand relevant procurement markets using analytical tools and approaches to define more effective procurement.
• Provide technical fiduciary advice on procurement activities and engage in policy dialogue on procurement with client countries.
• Review procurement documents including procurement strategies, procurement plans, bidding documents, evaluation reports, etc…
• Conduct procurement risk assessments
• Develops relationships with government senior officials to advance policy dialogue in procurement.
• Transforms policy dialogue into concrete proposals that enhance and strengthen countries’ national procurement system.
• Plays a significant role within the function in guiding/mentoring other stakeholders.
• Develops and executes training modules on complex sector related procurement topics.
The work implies frequent interaction with the following stakeholders:
• Management and Bank’s staff in his duty station and in countries in the region.
• Interactions with HQ based management staff and management.
• Government officials at ministerial level and equivalent contacts in other international organizations, partner entities, etc.
• Other external constituencies and expert groups.
Selection Criteria
• A Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., business administration, engineering, commerce, law, procurement, public policy, or a related field) is required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of direct relevant experience in carrying out technical duties in procurement inside or outside the Bank. International experience is highly desirable.
• Solid knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices governing international procurement, with a demonstrated ability to translate these into operational results — including value for money (VFM), sustainable procurement, strategic sourcing, market analysis, and contract management.
• Ability to operate effectively in diverse, multicultural environments and build strong, trust-based working relationships with clients and colleagues.
• High levels of integrity and adherence to the World Bank Group's ethical standards.
• Excellent command of English.
• Ukrainian is advantageous
General Competencies
• Strong communication skills and persuasiveness in presenting, negotiating, and resolving highly complex issues, both orally and in writing.
• A strong client orientation and a demonstrated sense of personal accountability for delivering high-quality, timely results.
• Ability to solve complex problems involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
• Results-oriented mindset, with the ability to act as a trusted strategic advisor and partner clients in delivering tangible development outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively mentor and coach groups of staff and design training and capacity-building initiatives to ensure effective transfer of knowledge and skills.
Specific Specialized Skills, Knowledge, and Competencies
• Knowledge of institutions and procurement reforms in borrower countries and good practices globally.
• Understanding of the World Bank's products and project cycle is desirable.
• Understanding of political economy, public policy, public administration, and public management in procurement or other sectors.
• Knowledge and experience in risk management.
WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of urgency: Anticipate and quickly respond to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo and push boundaries to achieve greater impact.
3. Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.
World Bank Group Core Competencies
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
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