Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)
Senior Procurement Policy Specialist(Based in Beijing)
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Senior Procurement Policy Specialist (Based in Beijing)
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Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) .
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing infrastructure for tomorrow in Asia and beyond, with sustainability at its core. The Bank began operations in Beijing in 2016 and has grown to 110 approved members worldwide, capitalised at USD100 billion and AAA‑rated by major international credit rating agencies. AIIB works with partners to meet clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in green, technology‑enabled infrastructure that promotes regional connectivity.
AIIB’s Strategy, Policy and Budget (SPB) Department is responsible for (i) developing and monitoring the implementation of the Bank’s strategic agenda; (ii) developing and overseeing compliance with the Bank’s operational policies and procedures for infrastructure investment operations (non‑treasury), including environmental, social, procurement and financial management; and (iii) developing and monitoring the annual business plan to implement the Bank’s strategies and manage the administrative budget.
Responsibilities
Support the development and update of the Bank’s Procurement Policy Framework and related directives, instructions, guidance, and other necessary documents, including standard procurement documents.
Review project documents for investment operations to ensure appropriate fiduciary oversight.
Monitor procurement activities of projects under implementation and contribute to measures to improve procurement progress.
Support operational procurement training for Bank staff and recipients of Bank financing.
Assist with the development and implementation of the Bank’s new IT‑based operational procurement tracking portal.
Liaise with procurement counterparts in other MDBs on cofinancing and policy harmonization issues.
Other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
Minimum 8–10 years of procurement experience for MDB‑financed infrastructure projects and substantial experience in private‑sector operations.
Sound knowledge and significant experience of international best practice in infrastructure tendering and contracting strategies.
Professional knowledge of public procurement legislations and international/national procurement policies and procedures.
Substantial experience working with MDBs and/or other international/bilateral aid agencies on procurement policies and procedures.
Strong awareness of current issues relating to public procurement, especially MDB‑financed procurement.
Experience with project procurement risk assessments and recommendations for risk mitigation on policy, regulatory compliance, and proposed project procurement strategy.
Significant experience with IT‑based procurement monitoring and data management systems.
Strong communication, analytical, project‑management and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work well with a team.
Good oral and written communication skills in English.
Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering, public procurement, or related fields from a reputable university; professional Procurement Certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) preferred.
Ability to forge partnerships with recipients, cofinanciers and other stakeholders.
AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from a team with diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit‑based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation.
Join in AIIB’s mission to promote sustainable infrastructure investments and to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia and beyond.
Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Business Development
Industry International Trade and Development
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Senior Procurement Policy Specialist (Based in Beijing)
role at
Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) .
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing infrastructure for tomorrow in Asia and beyond, with sustainability at its core. The Bank began operations in Beijing in 2016 and has grown to 110 approved members worldwide, capitalised at USD100 billion and AAA‑rated by major international credit rating agencies. AIIB works with partners to meet clients’ needs by unlocking new capital and investing in green, technology‑enabled infrastructure that promotes regional connectivity.
AIIB’s Strategy, Policy and Budget (SPB) Department is responsible for (i) developing and monitoring the implementation of the Bank’s strategic agenda; (ii) developing and overseeing compliance with the Bank’s operational policies and procedures for infrastructure investment operations (non‑treasury), including environmental, social, procurement and financial management; and (iii) developing and monitoring the annual business plan to implement the Bank’s strategies and manage the administrative budget.
Responsibilities
Support the development and update of the Bank’s Procurement Policy Framework and related directives, instructions, guidance, and other necessary documents, including standard procurement documents.
Review project documents for investment operations to ensure appropriate fiduciary oversight.
Monitor procurement activities of projects under implementation and contribute to measures to improve procurement progress.
Support operational procurement training for Bank staff and recipients of Bank financing.
Assist with the development and implementation of the Bank’s new IT‑based operational procurement tracking portal.
Liaise with procurement counterparts in other MDBs on cofinancing and policy harmonization issues.
Other tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
Minimum 8–10 years of procurement experience for MDB‑financed infrastructure projects and substantial experience in private‑sector operations.
Sound knowledge and significant experience of international best practice in infrastructure tendering and contracting strategies.
Professional knowledge of public procurement legislations and international/national procurement policies and procedures.
Substantial experience working with MDBs and/or other international/bilateral aid agencies on procurement policies and procedures.
Strong awareness of current issues relating to public procurement, especially MDB‑financed procurement.
Experience with project procurement risk assessments and recommendations for risk mitigation on policy, regulatory compliance, and proposed project procurement strategy.
Significant experience with IT‑based procurement monitoring and data management systems.
Strong communication, analytical, project‑management and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to work well with a team.
Good oral and written communication skills in English.
Master’s degree or equivalent in engineering, public procurement, or related fields from a reputable university; professional Procurement Certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) preferred.
Ability to forge partnerships with recipients, cofinanciers and other stakeholders.
AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency, and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from a team with diverse skills, experiences, and abilities selected through a merit‑based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability, or sexual orientation.
Join in AIIB’s mission to promote sustainable infrastructure investments and to improve social and economic outcomes in Asia and beyond.
Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Business Development
Industry International Trade and Development
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