ICT Analyst (ICT Procurements for the information systems)- retainer position

In particular, the ICT Analyst will undertake the following tasks/duties compliantly with the UNOPS procurement framework:

• Understand and get familiar with the existing information system(s) and its internal processes in respective country(ies) under RSMCO coverage;
• Propose solutions for more effective utilization of the information system resources and improving processes and provide recommendations for optimum functionalities wherever required;
• Develop and/or review technical specifications for IT products or Terms of Reference for services that are subject to procurement, confirm compliance with the needs of Projects’ end-beneficiaries;
• Provide advice in sourcing vendors (both national and international), market research and costing compliance with approved budgets;
• Advice on qualification criteria for tendering packages considering the market conditions thus ensuring effective competition;
• Participate in the clarification process by answering questions regarding technical specifications to bidders during solicitation and evaluation processes;
• Participate in the Evaluation Team in the capacity of subject matter expert, ensuring compliance of received bids with the requirements detailed in the tender documentation;
• Monitor the delivery of products and services and confirm compliance with the requested/contracted specifications and/or conditions;
• Perform other duties as may be reasonably required and in line with the incumbent’s scope of services.

• Advance University Degree preferably in Information Technology, Electrical Engineering or related fields is required.
• University Degree (bachelor’s degree / first level) with a combination of two additional years of relevant professional experience may be accepted in lieu of the Advanced University Degree.

Work Experience 

• Minimum two years of experience in procurement of IT equipment and/or software/security solutions is required.
• Experience in procurement of IT equipment and software/security solutions in Western Balkans countries is an asset.

• Fluency in the English language is required.
• Knowledge of Serbian, Bosnian, Montenegrin, Macedonian will be considered an asset.