Job Vacancy: Killefit Consult - EGYPT - EU Procurement Expert, CAT I, 145 w.d.

Killefit consult consultant sourcing and project management
Technical Assistance to the "Support to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Reform Programme in Egypt - Phase II (TVET II)"
LOCATION	Egypt
STATUS/REFERENCE	FWC
AGENCY/DONOR	EC
REQUIRED EXPERTS	E1 - EU Procurement Expert (145 working days, cat. I) APPLY
COMMENCEMENT	JAN 2016
PROJECT DURATION
NUMBER WORK DAYS	E1	145 wd
LANGUAGE SKILLS	Excellent command of English is compulsory Ability to communicate in Arabic as an asset.
DEADLINE	15/11/2015 23:59:00 Recruitment starts immediately upon publication of this vacancy announcement; posts may be filled already before the indicated application deadline.
ELIGIBLE NATIONALITIES	any
OBSERVATIONS	· Only short listed consultants will receive the ToR and will be replied to. · Please apply only if you fulfill all requirements for the vacant position · All experts must have at least regional experience · CV templates download at http://wp.me/p1sHoW-5D
CONTACT consultants@killefitconsult.net copy to consultancies@hotmail.com Please note that we will respond only to candidates who meet the above requirements
How to Apply: Only short listed consultants will be replied to. If you wish to submit your candidature, please send us: 1 - Your up dated and position-adjusted CV in EU AID format, in the language of vacancy and as word.doc detailing qualifications, experience in similar assignments. CVs in other than EU format will not be evaluated. 2 - The country, no of position/field (s) you will apply for in the subject line of message 3 - Your expected daily fee. In addition you would receive the official per diem and airfare in economy class 4 - Your communication details (Mobil, phone, etc.) in case we need to contact you during the tender process Suggestions: Please make sure, that the experience requested is also shown "Description" section 14 of your CV. As the selections are very strict and paper based, we request you to prepare your CV in the right format and detail all the relevant experience under the Professional experience table as much as possible. There is no problem if your CV is long, the most important is to prepare so that it describes clearly your experiences relevant to the mission. (Your CV has to sell you!) Restrictions: In case consultants are short listed, they must be able to provide documentary evidence for educational and professional items in their CVs (copies of diplomas, copies of employers' reference letters, etc.). Documents those are not available in English have to be accompanied by a faithful translation. This is mandatory requirement for Europe Aid tenders.
DESCRIPTION
Egypt: Technical Assistance to the "Support to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Reform Programme in Egypt - Phase II (TVET II)" I. Qualifications and Experience requested for the Position EU Procurement Expert (145 working days, category I) Education • Master's degree (or equivalent academic qualification) in economics/education/development/social sciences/ public policy or administration/law or any other subject relevant and closely related to the assignment. • In the absence of a Master's degree or equivalent academic qualification, three years of relevant work experience are required on top of the professional experience requested below. Experience and skills • At least 12 years of professional experience in EU development cooperation mechanisms, including EU procedures related to procurement (works, supplies, services and grants) based on the Practical Guide to Contract Procedures for EU External Actions (PRAG) and the Practical Guide to procedures for Programme Estimates (Budget and EDF rules). • At least five (5) specific professional experiences/assignments in managing EU procurement and contracting processes, including the preparation of tender dossiers, Terms of References for services, technical specifications for supplies, evaluation of offers, preparation of guidelines for grants and preparation of grant contracts, etc. • Out of these 5 specific professional experiences, three (3) should be in support of decentralised Contracting Authorities. • At least one (1) specific professional experience/assignment in in training, coaching and capacity building in the field of procurement. • Proven planning and organising skills and ability to prioritize tasks and meet multiple deadlines in a complex environment. • Strong interpersonal skills, diplomacy and tact to effectively communicate with senior-level officials, multiple stakeholders and professionals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. • Excellent communication, facilitation and reporting skills. • Good computer skills. • Excellent command of English language, both written and spoken. II. Description of the Assignment 2.1 Global objective The global objective of this assignment is to assist the Ministry of Trade and Industry/PIU and contribute to the successful implementation of the TVET II programme. 2.2 Specific objective(s) The specific objective of this assignment is to support and assist the Ministry of Trade and Industry/PIU during the procurement and contracting period in the various procurement stages of all contracts foreseen under the three components of the TVET II programme. 2.3 Requested services The assignment will be undertaken in one phase: • Assistance in the management of all steps in the procurement and contracting process for each procurement activity as per procurement plan. • Preparation of tender dossiers for all types of procurement (e.g. for services and supplies) and of the documents for Call for Proposals (grants). • Providing support in the administration of tendering procedures, particularly publication of procurement notices, launching invitation to tenders, launch Call for Proposals and organisation of evaluation committees. • Participation in evaluation committees and assist in the preparation of the reports following the results of the tender evaluations and evaluation of proposals under the CfP. • Maintaining awareness of changes in the EU regulations as they relate to procurement. • Assistance in dealing with questions and claims relating to procurement and, if necessary, contract preparation 2.4 Required outputs Procurement, management and administrative tasks relating to the implementation of the TVET II programme during procurement and contracting phase are performed under the supervision of the PIU.