Procurement and Local Content Manager Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Kiribati (Job ID 42431)

Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Procurement and Local Content Manager to join our team. This role is pivotal in optimising our procurement processes, ensuring compliance with local content regulations, and fostering strong relationships with local suppliers and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a blend of strategic thinking, leadership, and operational expertise to drive our procurement and local content strategies forward.

Contribute to a world where people, communities and the planet thrive.

Tetra Tech International Development is a leading development consulting firm working with government, businesses, and NGOs to solve complex development challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. For more information please visit our website .

The opportunity

• Based in Betio, Kiribati
• Locally engaged role, commencing June 2024 until 2029
• Chance to establish and support an exciting infrastructure program in Kiribati

The Kiribati Australia Infrastructure (Te KAI)

The Kiribati Australia Infrastructure (Te KAI) program aims to provide a flexible and responsive mechanism to deliver small to medium value infrastructure projects in Kiribati that are of a high-quality, climate resilient, inclusive and purpose-built.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and establish practical and repeatable procurement strategies, approaches, processes and procedures to support establishment of Te KAI infrastructure procurement capability and activity implementation.
• Provide advice and expertise relating to localised infrastructure procurement approaches in Kiribati.
• Develop or review place-based procurement strategies designed to maximise local content and attract quality suppliers.
• Conduct local market assessment and risk analysis and that support fit-for-purpose Procurement Strategies and Value for Money assessments.
• Support the entire procurement process, including but not limited to development and review of bidding documents, communication with the market and suppliers, supporting evaluations, and drafting of contracts.
• Review the conditions of contract relating to time control, payment, and other commercial terms.

Selection criteria

• Bachelor's degree in relevant, discipline (e.g. engineering or architecture, business).
• Equivalent of at least 10 years of relevant education and experience in one or more professional disciplines.
• Excellent theoretical base in subject area, with demonstrated ability to translate theory into practice.
• Excellent thematic and regional expertise in subject areas of infrastructure and construction management in a varying Pacific context.
• Leadership with the ability to function as a project leader and ability to coach and mentor more junior staff.
• Proven ability to work with a multi-disciplinary team in a complex project management environment.
• Demonstrable experience of working with and applying FIDIC contracts.
• Demonstrable experience leading technical aspects of infrastructure contract negotiations.

For a complete position description, please click here.

How to apply

Click the "Apply for job" button.

Applications will only be accepted via the Tetra Tech International Development Website. Emailed applications will be disregarded.

Please submit:

• Resume
• Statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), demonstrating how your qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills and personal attributes align with the selection criteria.

Apply before 11:59 PM (AEST) Sunday, 9 June 2024

Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Why Tetra Tech International Development?

As a leading development consulting firm, Tetra Tech International Development works with people and communities to solve some of the world's most complex challenges to achieve a positive impact.

Working at Tetra Tech International Development means working within a values-led organisation that invests in flexible work environments built on trust, safety and well-being. Through unified systems, flexible and supportive workplaces, we provide the foundations required for our team to enjoy the work they do and deliver value every day. Read more about our culture, purpose and values here.

Tetra Tech International Development is an equal-opportunity employer and has a genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion. We encourage people with disability; First Nations Peoples; and people of all cultures, genders, abilities and experiences to apply.

Should you require additional support with your application, please email IDEV.HRServices@tetratech.com  or phone (08) 8375 4400.

Project opportunity

Australia and Indo-Pacific Teams and Clients

Infrastructure (International Development) 

• Organization: 755 COZ