Cluster Procurement and Public Financial Management Officers

DT Global International Development UK

Multinational Companies

Cluster Procurement and Public Financial Management Officers

Views: 4815|Published on: Jan 22, 2025

Banking / Insurance /Financial Services

Mid Level

Full Time

Vacancy: 13

Karnali, Lumbini|

Experience: More than or equal to 3 years|

Not Disclosed

Position: Cluster Procurement and Public Financial Management Officers
Project duration: 2024-2029 (5 years)
Location: Cluster Offices in Lumbini and Karnali Province
No. of Positions: 13
Karnali Province: 8
Lumbini Province: 5
Application Deadline: 31 January 2025

BACKGROUND:

LISP, a programme implemented by DT Global UK, is positioned to deliver a paradigm shift in local infrastructure delivery in Nepal, demonstrating the power of well-supported, accountable, and responsive local governance. LISP’s overarching goal is to enhance the legitimacy of Local Governments (LGs) by empowering them to deliver infrastructure services demanded by their communities. This programme posits that with improved planning, prioritization, and execution, LGs can achieve better development outcomes. Furthermore, support from development partners can accelerate these improvements, fostering a sustainable path forward for infrastructure investments and delivery.

LISP-DT Global invites expressions of interest from qualified individuals for the position of Cluster Procurement and Public Financial Management Officer. This role provides an opportunity to engage in public financial management, fiduciary risk mitigation, and local infrastructure governance, contributing to building capacity at the local level and ensuring sustainable development outcomes.

The position will be field-based, working with LGs and in the cluster offices defined by LISP-DT Global in different districts of Karnali and Lumbini Province. The Officers must be willing to work in remote areas.

Key Responsibilities:

Support LGs in PPFM activities and LISP infrastructure investments.
Assist LGs with planning, budgeting, procurement, reporting, and audit resolutions.
Assist LGs in implementing Fiduciary Risk Management/Improvement Plan (FRMIP). recommendations and mitigating fiduciary risks.
Facilitate PPFM capacity building to LGs as per plan.
Review Financial Management (Monitoring) Report (FMRs), verify expenditures, and report to the Provincial PPFM Manager.
Provide Technical Assistance (TA) Support to LGs on PFM, project delivery, and infrastructure asset inventory updates.
Coordinate evidence-based, inclusive infrastructure planning and asset management.
Establish coordination mechanisms among LISP-implemented LGs.
Perform other PPFM-related tasks as per detailed TOR.

Detailed ToR can be downloaded from the following link - TOR

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in accounting/ finance (MBA/ MBS, or equivalent) with 2+ years of experience in PFM, Public Procurement, compliance, and assurance in government, or donor-funded projects, INGOs, or NGOs. OR Bachelor's degree in accounting/ finance (BBA/BBS, or equivalent) with 3+ years of experience in the PFM, Public Procurement, compliance, and assurance in government or donor-funded projects, INGOs, or NGOs.
Professional qualifications (CA, CPA, ACCA, or PFM/CIPFA certification) or semi-qualified with relevant experience will be an added advantage.
Proven experience in public financial management and procurement.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Proficiency in written and spoken Nepali and English.
Familiarity with local languages and cultural contexts is an advantage.

Application Procedure:

If you believe this opportunity aligns with your professional goals, we encourage you to Apply Here for the application and submit all required documents.

Interested and qualified individuals are requested to submit the application by COB 31 January 2025 at 5:00 PM.

Note: Telephone inquiries will not be entertained. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for the screening process, which will include a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams.

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About the organization

DT Global International Development UK

Multinational Companies

Jagannath Marg, House No. 147 Kumaripati, Lalitpur, Nepal

Vision: A force for positive change. DT Global aspires to shape a future where sustainable development and innovation empower individuals, communities, and nations, fostering inclusive prosperity, social equity, and environmental stewardship.

Purpose: Creating impact. Transforming lives. Partnering for a better world.

Goal: To positively impact 500 million lives by 2045.

We are a top five international development contractor.

Core Values: We value Integrity and Collaboration in everything we do. We make business decisions based on our commitment to Civility, Innovation, Learning & Adaptation, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility, and Technical Excellence.

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