Procurement Officer

About the role

The Pacific Community (SPC) is seeking a Procurement Officer to manage procurement activities across its divisions. The role involves sourcing goods, developing procurement requirements, ensuring compliance with SPC policies, and integrating social and environmental principles into procurement practices.

Key responsibilities

• Manage procurement actions for the division, including RFPs, RFQs and exception requests in line with SPC’s Procurement Policy.
• Oversee RFP processes for other allocated divisions or programmes and provide support on RFQs and related procedures.
• Prepare procurement documentation, including technical statements of need for RFPs and RFQs.
• Assist divisions in formulating annual procurement plans and developing related documentation.
• Advise staff and decision‑makers on procurement processes, complex issues, ethical considerations and value outcomes.
• Provide capacity‑building training to SPC staff on procurement functions.
• Build collaborative relationships with staff across OMD and SPC and maintain communication with key stakeholders.
• Contribute to improving procurement tools, systems and processes, and support audit readiness.

Required profile

• Proven experience in procurement within an international or public‑sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement policies, procedures and compliance requirements.
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice to staff and senior decision‑makers.
• Understanding of ethical, social and environmental considerations in procurement.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑engagement skills.

Required skills