UNOPS

The Procurement Group (PG) leads UNOPS’ effort to enable public procurement to be a catalyst for sustainable development. Based in Copenhagen but connecting all parts of the organization that contribute to sustainable procurement, we articulate the organization’s sustainable procurement practice strategy and provide thought leadership to position UNOPS with its partners. We foster innovative solutions for responsible supply chains, manage critical data and systems, drive digital innovation, develop systems to support effective purchasing, and drive our suppliers’ responsibility. Furthermore, PG is actively developing capacities for data-driven decision-making and foresight to enhance procurement outcomes. PG enables the operationalisation of the public procurement principles. It aims to bridge the gap between policy and implementation, and supports UNOPS teams worldwide through strategic advice, organization-wide knowledge-sharing, capacity building, insightful reporting and managerial oversight of UNOPS procurement activities. We promote procurement that not only delivers value for money, fairness and transparency, but also empowers institutions, supports local economies, and reduces environmental impact. Working across sectors and contexts, PG helps ensure that public procurement is used as a powerful lever to drive equitable development and long-term impact.

UN Web Buy Plus (www.unwebbuyplus.org) is UNOPS e-commerce solution for the humanitarian and development sector. Through UN Web Buy, partners can access UNOPS procurement services for selected commodities based on Long Term Agreements. The platform offers 18 different catalogues and is constantly expanding its offering through new catalogues. 

This position will focus on expanding the UN WebBuy Plus catalogue by establishing Long Term Agreements (LTAs) specifically for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles and associated charging solutions with suppliers capable of providing such equipment globally.

Please note that this recruitment is for a retainer position (this is not a full-time, but a consultancy-based position). 

The Technical Procurement Specialist (Retainer) will provide authoritative advice on the application of established procurement policies and procedures, adapting existing policies, approaches, and models to meet emerging client or project needs related to Electric and Hybrid Vehicles and associated charging solutions. The role involves independently managing the technical aspects of the procurement process, from developing specifications to evaluating bids, ensuring compliance with UNOPS standards and contributing to the expansion of sustainable procurement options.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in the field of Electrical Engineering, Automotive Engineering with a focus on electric vehicles, or other relevant types of mechanical/electrical engineering with 7 years of relevant experience OR

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in any of the above or related fields with 5 years of relevant experience is required

Required

• Relevant experience is work in the field of Fleet management, Automotive industry, Electric and Hybrid Vehicles and associated charging solutions (design, manufacturing, procurement, sales, maintenance and repair, EV and Hybrid fleet management, etc.).

Desired

• Relevant experience working in developing countries (e.g., in South Asia and in Sub-Saharan Africa) is desirable. 

• Experience in procurement or fleet management of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles is desirable. 

• Experience in developing technical specifications for large-scale or international procurement exercises is desirable. 

• Experience of procurement with UNOPS and in the UN is an asset.

• Please note that UNOPS does not accept unsolicited resumes. 
• Please note that UNOPS will at no stage of the recruitment process request candidates to make payments of any kind.
• Applications to vacancies must be received before midnight Copenhagen time (CET) on the closing date of the announcement. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. 
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process, which involves various assessments. 
• UNOPS embraces diversity and is committed to equal employment opportunity. Our workforce consists of many diverse nationalities, cultures, languages, races, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities. UNOPS seeks to sustain and strengthen this diversity to ensure equal opportunities as well as an inclusive working environment for its entire workforce. 
• Qualified women and candidates from groups which are underrepresented in the UNOPS workforce are encouraged to apply. These include in particular candidates from racialized and/or indigenous groups, members of minority gender identities and sexual orientations, and people with disabilities. 
• We would like to ensure all candidates perform at their best during the assessment process. If you are shortlisted and require additional assistance to complete any assessment, including reasonable accommodation, please inform our human resources team when you receive an invitation.

• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post. 
• For retainer contracts, you must complete a few mandatory courses (they take around 4 hours to complete) in your own time, before providing services to UNOPS. Refreshers or new mandatory courses may be required during your contract. Please note that you will not receive any compensation for taking courses and refreshers. For more information on a retainer contract here. 
• For more details about the contract types, please click here.
• All UNOPS personnel are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with the UN Charter and UNOPS Policies and Instructions, as well as other relevant accountability frameworks. In addition, all personnel must demonstrate an understanding of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in a manner consistent with UN core values and the UN Common Agenda. 
• It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential personnel. Recruitment in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.