Vacancy announcement: Information Technology Procurement Expert
The EU Anti-Corruption Initiative (EUACI), (euaci.eu) implemented by Danida, is seeking a candidate for the position of Information Technology Procurement Expert. The programme has three components: 1) Strengthening the operational and policy-making capacities of state institutions dealing with the prevention and fight against corruption; 2) Strengthening the Parliament’s oversight of the reform implementation and its capacity to scrutinise and improve the strategic legislative framework; 3) Enhance the capacity of local government, civil society, and media to contribute to the fight against corruption.
The candidate will be working under the supervision of the Senior Anti-Corruption Advisor to the EUACI Office, primarily supporting the work under component 1, as well as working closely with the entire EUACI team.
You are expected to be an outstanding team player, who is ready to contribute to the programme that is in the implementation phase with extensive activities.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Support the development of IT systems in anti-corruption agencies under Component 1 of the EUACI, in particular, NABU, SAPO and HACC (see programme description on euaci.eu);
- With guidance from the line manager and in collaboration with the EUACI team, provide support in the timely identification and screening of programme consultants/contractors for the needed support, as well as in the creation of Terms of Reference, and support in the processing of contracts;
- Review / validate technical specifications/ToRs prepared by anti-corruption agencies for completeness, accuracy and compliance with the relevant DANIDA policies, procedures and standards;
- Develop Technical Specifications/Terms of Reference (including hardware, software, implementation services) in compliance with relevant DANIDA policies and procedures;
- Monitor implementation of complex IT projects in NABU by the contractors hired by the EUACI;
- Ensure timely preparation and submission of all reporting information, reports and documentation;
- Cooperation with all EUACI team members, including logistics and communications;
- Perform any other task as requested by the Senior Anti-Corruption Advisor.
Qualifications
- Higher education with the relevant Master’s/Specialist degree in telecommunication, information technology or other related technical fields;
- At least 5 years of professional working experience in telecommunication, information technology or other related technical fields;
- Experience in the implementation (design/planning/project management) of projects funded by the EU or international donors;
- Experience in designing technical specifications / Terms of Reference for the supply of IT equipment/solutions in the public sector will be an asset;
- Experience in the area of procurement will be an asset;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work constructively with others on the team;
- The ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines, flexibility and an entrepreneurial spirit
- Fluency in Ukrainian, Russian and English is required.
Deadline for applications: 1 October 2019, 17:00 Kyiv time.
Please submit your complete CV and a letter with a short description of why you think you meet the qualifications and can perform the duties and responsibilities in English, to Torben Ulsted, tulsted@ukraine-aci.com