{"id":30358,"date":"2022-05-10T01:57:12","date_gmt":"2022-05-09T23:57:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/?post_type=emplois&#038;p=30358"},"modified":"2022-05-11T14:18:30","modified_gmt":"2022-05-11T12:18:30","slug":"procurement-assistant-contracting-specialist","status":"publish","type":"emplois","link":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/recrutements-emplois-stages\/2022\/procurement-assistant-contracting-specialist\/","title":{"rendered":"Procurement Assistant (Contracting Specialist)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/editVacancy.hms?_ref=zzhergl3pt0&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73\">APPLY TO THIS VACANCY<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewEligibilityQuestions.hms?_ref=zzhergl3pt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73\">VIEW ELIGIBILITY QUESTIONS<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewForm.hms?_ref=zzhergl3pt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73\">VIEW EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyQuestions.hms?_ref=zzhergl3pt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73\">VIEW VACANCY QUESTIONS<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/emailVacancyToAFriend!input.hms?_ref=zzhergl3pt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73\">EMAIL TO A FRIEND<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/preview!printVacancy.hms?_ref=zzhergl3pt0&amp;popup=true&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PRINT VACANCY<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul id=\"toplinks\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#overview\">Overview<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#duties\">Duties<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#qualifications\">Qualifications &amp; Evaluations<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#benefits\">Benefits &amp; Other Info<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#howtoapply\">How to Apply<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Announcement Number:Yaounde-2022-014Hiring Agency:Embassy YaoundePosition Title:Procurement Assistant (Contracting Specialist) &#8211; All Interested Applicants \/ All SourcesOpen Period:05\/09\/2022 &#8211; 05\/23\/2022&nbsp;Format MM\/DD\/YYYYVacancy Time Zone:GMT+1Series\/Grade:LE &#8211; 0810 9Salary:XAF FCFA15,666,826Work Schedule:Full-time &#8211;&nbsp;Promotion Potential:LE-9Duty Location(s):<strong>1<\/strong>inYaounde, CMTelework Eligible:NoFor More Info:&nbsp;HR Section<br>&nbsp;000-000-0000<br>&nbsp;ydeapplicants@state.gov<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"overview\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring Path:\u2022 Open to the public<br>Who May Apply\/Clarification From the Agency:For USEFM &#8211; FP is 05. &nbsp;Actual FP salary determined by Washington D.C.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;All Interested Applicants \/ All Sources<br>Security Clearance Required:Public Trust &#8211; Background InvestigationAppointment Type&nbsp;PermanentAppointment Type Details:\u2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Indefinite subject to successful completion of probationary periodMarketing Statement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We encourage you to read and understand the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/careers.state.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Eight-Qualities-of-Overseas-Employees.pdf\">Eight (8) Qualities of Overseas Employees<\/a>&nbsp;before you apply.Summary:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The work schedule for this position is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Full Time (40 hours per week)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Start date: Candidate must be able to begin working within a reasonable period of time of receipt of agency authorization and\/or clearances\/certifications or their candidacy may end.Supervisory Position:NoRelocation Expenses Reimbursed:No<a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#toplinks\">Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"duties\">Duties<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the direct supervision of the Procurement Supervisor, incumbent is the sole procurement staff responsible for processing offshore and local contracting actions for the Department of State and other resident agencies. Advises customers on appropriate content of statements of work (SOW) and assists in drafting SOWs and helping establish independent government cost estimates as necessary.&nbsp; Reviews contractual documentation for accuracy and regulatory compliance.&nbsp; Assists the Procurement Supervisor in tracking existing contracts and initiating renewals to avoid service interruptions.&nbsp; Assists in pre-solicitation conferences, award letters, and official notifications with bidders and contractors.&nbsp; Follows-up with delinquent contractors.&nbsp; Maintains paper and electronic contracting files.<a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#toplinks\">Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"qualifications\">Qualifications and Evaluations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EXPERIENCE<\/strong>: At least&nbsp;three (3) years of experience in procurement or contracting work in an international organization or large local institution is required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>JOB KNOWLEDGE<\/strong>: Incumbent must have a comprehensive understanding of applicable local laws and fiscal legislation governing commercial transactions in Cameroon, local market practices, and contract management.Education Requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At least two years of university studies is required.Evaluations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>LANGUAGE<\/strong>:&nbsp; Fluency in English and Good Working Knowledge in French are required.&nbsp;This may be tested<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SKILLS AND ABILITIES<\/strong>:&nbsp;Strong reading and writing skills to create, understand, and analyze complex legal documents.&nbsp; Basic mathematics ability required.&nbsp; Strong negotiating skills and demonstrated tact are required.&nbsp; Must be computer literate in the Microsoft Office suite of products.&nbsp; Must be able to work on online procurement management and logistics programs.&nbsp; Must have a Category B driver\u2019s license and have been driving for at least five years. This may be tested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):<\/strong>&nbsp; The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Qualified female applicants are encouraged to apply.<\/strong>Qualifications:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.<a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#toplinks\">Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"benefits\">Benefits and Other Info<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Benefits:Agency Benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Locally Employed Staff, including Members of Household (MOHs), and Third-Country Nationals (TCNs), working at the U.S. Mission in Cameroon may receive a compensation package that may include health, separation, and other benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For EFMs, benefits should be discussed with the Human Resources Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The pay plan is assigned at the time of the conditional offer letter by the HR Office.Other Information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the current COVID-19 Requirements please visit the following&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/careers.state.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/COVID-19-Requirements-for-EFMs.pdf\">link<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HIRING PREFERENCE SELECTION PROCESS:&nbsp; Applicants in the following hiring preference categories are extended a hiring preference in the order listed below.&nbsp; Therefore, it is essential that these applicants accurately describe their status on the application. Failure to do so may result in a determination that the applicant is not eligible for a hiring preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HIRING PREFERENCE ORDER:<br>1. AEFM \/ USEFM who is a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran*<br>2. AEFM \/ USEFM<br>3. FS on LWOP and CS with reemployment rights **<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>* IMPORTANT:&nbsp; Applicants who claim status as a preference-eligible U.S. Veteran must submit a copy of their most recent DD-214 (\u201cCertificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty\u201d),&nbsp;Letter from Veterans\u2019 Affairs which indicates the present existence of a service-connected disability dated within the past six months, equivalent documentation, or certification.&nbsp; A \u201ccertification\u201d is any written document from the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions within 120 days after the certification is submitted by the applicant. The certification letter should be on letterhead of the appropriate military branch of the service and contain (1) the military service dates including the expected discharge or release date; and (2) the character of service.&nbsp; Acceptable documentation must be submitted in order for the preference to be given.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>** This level of preference applies to all Foreign Service employees on LWOP and CS with re-employment rights back to their agency or bureau.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information (i.e., what is an EFM, USEFM, AEFM, MOH, etc.?) and for additional employment considerations, please visit the following&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/careers.state.gov\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/VA-Definitions-and-Additional-Employment-Considerations.pdf\">link<\/a>.<a href=\"https:\/\/erajobs.state.gov\/dos-era\/vacancy\/viewVacancyDetail.hms?_ref=slzynkpbpt0&amp;returnToSearch=true&amp;jnum=34703&amp;orgId=73#toplinks\">Back to top<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"howtoapply\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How to Apply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All candidates must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. Embassy issued Security clearance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply for this position click the \u201cSubmit Application\u201d button.&nbsp; For more information on how to apply visit the Mission internet site.Required Documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To qualify based on education, you&nbsp;<strong>MUST<\/strong>&nbsp;submit the requested educational certificate\/diploma and\/or transcripts as verification of educational requirement by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide requested information, or the information is insufficient to verify eligibility, may result in disqualification for this position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All Applicants:<\/strong><br>\u2022 Residency and\/or Work Permit (if applicable)<br>\u2022 University certificate\/attestation or equivalent<br>\u2022 Driver\u2019s License<br><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eligible Family Member Applicants:<br><\/strong>\u2022 Copy of Sponsor&rsquo;s Orders\/Assignment Notification or equivalent (if applicable)<br>\u2022 Passport copy (if applicable)<br>\u2022 DD-214 &#8211; Member Copy 4, Letter from Veterans\u2019 Affairs, or other supporting documentation (if applicable)<br>\u2022 SF-50 (if applicable)Next Steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ONLY<\/strong>&nbsp;Applicants who are invited to take a language or skills test, or who are selected for an interview will be contacted via email.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For further information &#8211; the complete position description listing all of the duties, responsibilities, required qualifications, etc. may be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for your application and your interest in working at the U.S. Mission in Cameroon<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>APPLY TO THIS VACANCYVIEW ELIGIBILITY QUESTIONSVIEW EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEVIEW VACANCY QUESTIONSEMAIL TO A FRIENDPRINT VACANCY Overview Duties Qualifications &amp; Evaluations Benefits &amp; Other Info How&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","categories":[21],"tags":[],"villes":[135],"contrats":[234],"diplomes":[212,159],"louma_meta":{"emploi_title":"Procurement Assistant (Contracting Specialist)","emplois_employeur":3989,"emplois_date_publication":"2022-05-10","emplois_heure_publication":"","emplois_date_cloture":"2022-05-31","emplois_heure_cloture":"","emplois_experience_min":"1","emplois_experience_max":"2","emploi_email":"ydeapplicants@state.gov"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/emplois\/30358"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/emplois"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/emplois"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=30358"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/emplois\/30358\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/911"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30358"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=30358"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=30358"},{"taxonomy":"villes","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/villes?post=30358"},{"taxonomy":"contrats","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/contrats?post=30358"},{"taxonomy":"diplomes","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/louma-jobs.com\/cameroun\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/diplomes?post=30358"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}