INVITATION FOR BIDS
The Cubango-Okavango River Basin Fund(CORB-Fund) with Support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), Acting as an Implementing Agency of the Global Environment Facility (GEF), is Supporting the Governments of Angola, Botswana and Namibia Through the Permanent Okavango River Basin Commission (OKACOM) in Implementing a Project by the CORB Fund Titled “Calalyse Investments Into Nature – Positive Outcomes” in the Cubango-Okavango River Basin. Seeks the Services of Qualified and Reputable Consultant/s to Develop a Brand Identity for the CORB Fund to Effectively Package Visibility Materials that Will Be Generated by the Institution.
DESCRIPTION: Procurement Specialist
The Fund is Entering Into Implementation Phase and Seeks a Procurement Specialist to Be Based in Gaborone, Botswana. The Procurement Specialist is to Lead and Support End-to-End Procurement Planning, Execution, and Contract Management for Activities Financed By International Organizations (E.G., IBRD/World Bank, IDB, UNDP) and/or Under National Public Procurement Frameworks. The Role Will Ensure Compliance with Applicable Policies, Guidelines, and Procedures While Enabling Timely and Effective Delivery of Project Results. The Fund Seeks the Services of a Procurement Specialist to Provide Technical Leadership and Hands-On Support in Procurement Planning, Bidding, Evaluation, Contracting, and Contract Management; Strengthen the Capacity of the Project Team; and Ensure Full Compliance with the Financing Organizations’ Procurement Regulations and Applicable National Legislation.
SUBMISSION OF PROPOSALS ONLINE: http://www.okacom.org/procurement
CLOSING DATE: Friday, 12 June 2026
TENDER DOCUMENT:
Procurement-Specialist-OKACOMacp.pdf (15 downloads )
ESTIMATED PROJECT SIZE: Medium Opportunity
ESTIMATED PROJECT VALUE: Estimated between N$1.2 million – N$3.5 million over the contract period depending on remuneration structure, benefits, and contract duration.
KEY ITEMS / WORKS / SERVICES REQUIRED:
- Provision of Procurement Specialist services for the CORB Fund.
- Development and management of procurement strategies and procurement plans.
- Preparation and review of bidding documents, RFPs, contracts, and procurement notices.
- Support evaluation committees and contract management teams.
- Procurement compliance monitoring, reporting, audits, and stakeholder engagement.
- Capacity building and training of project personnel on procurement processes.
IMPORTANT QUANTITIES OR SCOPE:
- Full-time position based in Gaborone, Botswana.
- Three-year contract with possibility of extension.
- Responsible for procurement activities financed by institutions such as the World Bank, UNDP, and other international organizations.
- Management of procurement planning, tendering, evaluations, contract administration, and audits.
- Regular engagement with financiers, project teams, and stakeholders across the Cubango-Okavango River Basin region.
- Extensive travel may be required.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Law, Business Administration, Commerce, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Economics, Accounting, or related field.
- Minimum five years’ experience in public procurement.
- Experience with government projects or projects funded by international organizations.
- Membership of a recognised professional body.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- CV, cover letter, references, and supporting certifications required.
TECHNICAL OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Strong knowledge of public procurement legislation and policies.
- Experience with World Bank, UNDP, IBRD, IDB, or similar procurement frameworks.
- Experience preparing procurement plans, bidding documents, evaluation reports, and contracts.
- Experience in procurement audits, compliance reviews, and corrective actions.
- Contract management and stakeholder engagement experience required.
- Demonstrated leadership and team coordination capability.
BIDDER SUITABILITY: Suitable for senior procurement professionals, supply chain specialists, procurement consultants, contract management specialists, and public procurement practitioners with donor-funded project experience.
AI QUICK ASSESSMENT: High-level specialist assignment with a strong emphasis on international donor-funded procurement. The requirement for experience with institutions such as the World Bank and UNDP creates a significant qualification barrier. Well suited to experienced procurement professionals with public sector and development-finance backgrounds. Competition is likely limited to highly qualified procurement specialists with proven compliance and contract management expertise. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
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