Date of last update: 25/01/2021 2021-01-25
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development was founded in 1991 when communism was crumbling in Europe and ex-Soviet countries needed support to nurture a new private sector and democracy. Today we invest to help build market economies from central Europe to central Asia and the southern and eastern Mediterranean. We are now the largest single investor in our region. Owned by 69 countries and two intergovernmental institutions, we provide project financing for banks, industries and businesses. We also work with publicly owned companies to support privatisation, restructure state-owned firms and improve municipal services. Wherever we are active, we promote policies that bolster the business climate.
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Purpose of Job
The Principal, PODD Corporate is responsible for the provision of high quality and consistent professional advice on all aspects of PODD procurement to non-Banking departments of the Bank. The role develops and maintains effective relationships and communication with key stakeholders and guides / advises more junior team members to ensure appropriate and high quality service delivery.
Background
PODD provides the Bank's staff with services in all areas of the Bank, HQ and ROs related to procurement for the daily operation of the Bank as well as the consultancy services required to provide critical expertise in delivering the Bank's mandate. PODD is required to ensure the continuing optimal efficiency, cost effectiveness and timely completion of procurement processes to support the Bank in the most efficient use of available funding and high quality delivery of its mandate. Protecting the Bank's reputation as counterparty, PODD must deliver while meeting the requirements of transparency, fairness and accountability in the entire procurement and contract implementation processes. PODD adds value through appropriate, timely and effective procurement and through active contract / supplier management and an ongoing assessment of value for money, working closely with internal clients to deliver a continuous improvement approach to procurement and supplier management activities, and maintain up-to-date market knowledge in order to respond to both new requirements and to identify opportunities for enhanced value for money. PODD works with PPAD to ensure a common approach is taken by the Bank to procurement undertaken by the Bank's clients and for the Bank's own requirements
Facts and Scale
The average estimated value of the Bank's procurement managed by PODD is approximately £260 million through approximately 3,400 contracts. Of this £230 million and over 1,800 contracts are managed directly by the PODD, with the remainder delegated to agreed business units.
Accountabilities and Responsibilities
The average estimated value of the Bank's procurement managed by PODD is approximately £260 million through approximately 3,400 contracts. Of this £230 million and over 1,800 contracts are managed directly by the PODD, with the remainder delegated to agreed business units.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience, Qualifications
Diversity is one of the Bank's core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working.
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Type of contract: Staff (Temporary)
Duration: 23 months
Macro-area: Western and Central Europe without Switzerland
Level of experience: Senior Professional, more than 5 years
Area of work Definition: Information and Communication Technology
Type of organisation: Multilateral Organisations