Job Description

Procurement Analyst Job #: req33673
Organization: World Bank
Sector: Procurement
Grade: GE
Term Duration: 3 years 0 months
Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment
Location: Pretoria,South Africa
Required Language(s): English
Preferred Language(s):
Closing Date: 7/18/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC
Description
Working at the World Bank Group provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank Group is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries; a unique global partnership of five institutions dedicated to ending extreme poverty, increasing shared prosperity and promoting sustainable development. With 189 member countries and more than 120 offices worldwide, we work with public and private sector partners, investing in groundbreaking projects and using data, research, and technology to develop solutions to the most urgent global challenges. Visit www.worldbank.org.
Eastern and Southern Africa (AFE) Region
We need the best and brightest talent focused on our region in order to harness the potential and innovation happening across the continent. Home to about 700 million of Africa's people, Eastern and Southern Africa is a geographically, culturally and economically diverse region of 26 countries. The subregion harbors some of Africa's protracted conflicts, rendering many of its countries fragile, while significant gaps in education, health, and skills development continues to keep people from reaching their full potential. This creates a huge development challenge, impacts heavily on the lives and livelihoods of people, and hinders regional integration and trade! But it also creates an opportunity to work closely with country leaders, civil society, development partners, and young people to chart a brighter course for the future.
More information about Eastern and Southern Africa (AFE) Region: https://www.worldbank.org/en/region/afr/eastern-and-southern-africa
The Institutions Global Department comprises a variety of different professional disciplines working on public institutions, including procurement, public sector management, governance and anti-corruption, and financial management. The Procurement Department convenes a leading group of practitioners focused on advancing cutting-edge practices and innovations in the fields of procurement, anti-corruption and open government. To enhance its capacity, the Department seeks to recruit/appoint a highly organized, energized and experienced professional, capable of operating effectively.
The Eastern and Southern Africa (AFE) Region's Procurement Unit is largely decentralized and based in the 20+ country offices. The Procurement team in AFE is managed by an Accredited Practice Managers (PM) who is based at Nairobi and Pretoria. AFE Procurement Unit seeks to recruit a locally hired Procurement Analyst t to be based in Pretoria, South Africa to provide support South Africa CMU and support APM monitor procurement progress and support STEP in 14 countries covered by the APM (and other countries in AFE as decided by APM). The Procurement Analyst will work with Procurement Team Leaders for 3 Africa South CMUs and will report to the AFE Accredited Practice Manager based Pretoria.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports APM office to monitor and report progress of procurement implementation and post reviews
• Conducts post procurement reviews under the supervision of accredited procurement specialist for the South Africa CMU countries
• Conducts fiduciary reviews based on the level of accreditation approved by the Chief Procurement Officer.
• STEP champion for Africa South: Supporting external Clients (PIUs) and internal clients on implementation of STEP including training, trouble shooting and updates
• Market research: Conducts desktop market research on bidder participation in AFR south countries and provides database of suppliers to procurement specialist on request based on STEP data
• STEP Procurement Reports: Regular procurement reports and progress tracking based on data generated from STEP, highlighting procurement timelines, milestones, and challenges.
• Procurement Dashboards: Interactive dashboards that track procurement performance indicators, procurement stages, and supplier metrics.
• Custom Data Reports: Detailed analytical reports (ad-hoc and regular) providing insights into procurement efficiency, cost-savings opportunities, and supplier performance.
• Provides support to coordinating procurement specialists for quarterly regional newsletters
• Supports APM office on market engagement activities
• Supports APM in organizing knowledge exchange workshops and regional level training.

Selection Criteria
Education:

• Bachelor's or master's degree with 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of Bank procurement system (STEP)and data analytics will be an added advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in procurement analysis, or a related field, with a specific focus on data analysis and reporting.
• Proven experience working with the STEP system in procurement activities (e.g., tracking procurement progress, managing procurement documents, supplier performance monitoring).
• Advanced data analysis skills, with expertise in Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or other data analysis tools.
• Excellent presentation skills using PowerPoint and or advanced graphics skills
• Good knowledge of Procurement Regulations and procedures, particularly in the context of World Bank or multilateral development bank projects.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex data to non-technical stakeholders clearly and effectively.

• Project Management: Familiarity with project management tools and processes used in World Bank-funded projects is desirable.

WBG Culture Attributes:
1. Sense of Urgency - Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
2. Thoughtful Risk Taking - Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact.
3. Empowerment and Accountability - Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results.
The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer with a dedicated and committed workforce, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.
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