Procurement Advisor

The Nepal Health Sector Support Programme 3 (NHSSP 3) had begun in March 2017 as the technical assistance (TA) component of FCDO’s Nepal Health Sector Programme 3 (NHSP3), and included two TA components, the General Health Technical Assistance (GHTA) to support the federal MoHP to deliver its Health Sector Strategy 2015-2022; and the Retrofitting and Health Infrastructure TA (RHITA) to MoHP and Department of Urban Development and Building Construction (DUDBC) to support the retrofitting and rehabilitation of two priority hospitals in earthquake affected areas. A no-cost extension for the programme was confirmed recently, to provide support for completion of retrofitting of the two public hospitals, and to enable essential components of health reform in the context of federalism. The no-cost extension is referred to as RHITA+ reflecting this dual purpose and will be delivered by Options.

The health systems strengthening component of RHITA+ will mainly have a sub-national focus and provide support for the early implementation phase of the new Nepal Health Sector Strategic Plan, 2022-2030. The federal constitution mandates local governments to deliver the Basic Health Services package (BHS) and provincial governments are now responsible for most of the referral services. Support is required to enable these sub-national governments to strengthen their capacity for governance and accountability, and to provide quality health services which everyone can access without financial burden

Options Consultancy Services seeks to hire a qualified professional to fulfil the position of Procurement Advisor.

Responsibilities:

The Procurement Advisor’s role is to support relevant counterparts at each governance level to implement various activities that contribute to strengthening standard procurement processes, and support institutionalising various mechanisms, to ensure transparency and accountability across governance levels.

Person specification:

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Master’s degree, or other appropriate qualification, in public administration, social science, management studies or other related disciplines from a recognised university
• Minimum five years experience in procurement of goods and services
• Demonstrated understanding of Government of Nepal procurement rules, procedures and legislation
• Deep understanding of the context of health procurement in Nepal
• Previous experience working with the Public Sector
• Understanding of organisational development and change management
• Experience working with senior members of the government
• Relevant skills, attributes and other requirements are mentioned in Terms of Reference (ToR).

Benefits:

Options offers a comprehensive benefits package including festival bonus, gratuity, insurance packages etc.

Other information:

• As an equal opportunity employer, Options Consultancy Services is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage or civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Options Consultancy Services.
• Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment.
• We seek people who are pro-choice, promote diversity and inclusion, are energetic and enthusiastic about Options’ vision.
• Applicants must have the right to work in Nepal.