REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST.
The Government of Mongolia has received a credit from the International Development Association toward the cost of the Export Development Project, and it intends to support Mongolian small and medium size firms (SMEs) in the non-mining sectors to strengthen their export capabilities and expand access to export markets. The Ministry of Finance (MOF) will be responsible for the implementation of the project, including overall coordination, results monitoring. The MOF is seeking to hire a Procurement Assistant at the PIU of sub-component#3 on Project implementation support.

SCOPE OF THE ASSIGNMENT
1. Assist in preparing, monitoring and updating regularly procurement management reports for EDP and SFFS Projects;
2. Assist in preparing procurement documents for EDP and SFFS Projects on the basis of the World Bank’s sample documents, including Goods and Consultants:
3. Support all aspects of routine procurement and contract  administration work including  preparation of procurement notice for publishing, arranging meetings and  minutes of meetings, typing, processing and entering data, filing letters, reports and other documents and maintaining the contractors files;
4. Under the guidance of  the Procurement Specialist,  prepare procurement documents for accuracy and completeness such as ITQs, contracts, purchase orders, reports, evaluation sheets, etc;
5. Maintain project files, and record incoming and outgoing documents, including archiving project documents;
6. Under the guidance of the Procurement Specialist, corresponds with clients regarding procurement and contract implementation status, requests for additional information, etc;
7. Assist in ensuring that all procurement activities are carried out in accordance with  the respective provisions in the Financing Agreement of EDP and SFFS Projects and the World Bank’s procurement guidelines;
8. Assist the Procurement Specialist for the coordination of departments and coordinating consultants regarding procurement and  contract development and implementation issues;
9. Develops lists of potential consultants and bidders for delivery of procurement notice; assists in arranging and holding evaluation meetings to explain scope of work  and the World Bank procurement  procedures and requirements;
10. Assist with interpretation, translation of the related documents and disseminate information;
11. Such other tasks as requested by the Project Coordinator and other officials.

SHORTLISTING CRITERIA/CONSULTANT’S QUALIFICATIONS:
• Education: A suitable candidate should have at least Bachelor’s degree in relevant field: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or any other relevant fields;
• Experience: Incumbent should have at least 2 years’ working experience;
• Language skills: Candidate should be fluent in Mongolian and English and have strong writing and speaking skills in both languages;
• Computer literacy: MS Office proficiency such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and have excellent web research and navigation skills;
• Other skills:
- The candidate shall have high professional and personal integrity, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with the relevant stakeholders and implementing agencies;
- Ability to function independently and collaboratively in a team environment;
- Organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple assignments and able to work overtime.
 
CONTRACT DURATION:
The consultant work is expected to commence in August, 2018. The duration of the assignment is for 12 months
The selection will be conducted in accordance with the World Bank Guidelines on Selection and Employment of Consultants, January 2011 (revised in July 1, 2014).

If you possess the above qualifications, please submit following documents in person:
    Cover letter indicating why she/he considers her/himself suitable for the position,
    Detailed CV highlighting relevant skills/experience,
    Copy of diplomas or certificates and,
    2 reference letters from previous last two employers no later than 17:00 P.M, August 13, 2018.

The submitted documents will not be returned to the applicants. Please be noted that incomplete applications would not be considered for evaluation. Only selected candidates will be contacted. Candidates can be interviewed.
Detailed terms of reference can be requested from procurement@edp.mn
Contact address: Attn: Ms.Khaliun, Export Development Project
Room #205, Negdsen undestnii 8/2, 4th khoroo, Chingeltei District, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia; Tel: 70120582

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