PROCUREMENT SMART SOURCING REGIONAL CHANGE AGENT

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We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).
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Procurement SmartSoucing Regional Change Agent Regular CST SCDPT Remote contract BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE ASSIGNMENT.
The mission ofWFP is to end global hunger.
Every day WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable particularly women and children can access the nutritious food they need.
Sitting within the Supply Chain and Delivery Division procurement as a service is responsible for cost-effective fair and transparent purchase of food as well as the goods and services required to support the global operations ofWFP.
Over the last decade the value ofWFPs procurement hastripled asthe number and complexity of our operations response to this dynamic environment WFP began a transformation project to address inefficiencies across processes structures and technology.
This has birthed the development of a digitalsolution to connect data from different systems and enable teamsto track the entire procurement processfrom end-to-end.
The Project will also support better data analysisto help operational decision- making improve efficiency and accountability and secure the best value for money for WFP operations.
The Regional Change Agent will play a pivotal role in supporting the successful implementation of the digital solution within their respective region and countries.
Thisindividual willserve as a liaison between the project team and regional stakeholders facilitating communication providing guidance and driving adoption of the new procurement processes and tools.
ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES.
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Facilitating Change Management.
Act as a change agent within the region promoting awareness and understanding of the digital solution and its associated benefits.
Champion the adoption of new processes tools and methodologies among regional stakeholders including procurement officers business units and management.
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Providing Support and Guidance.
Offer guidance and support to regional and country-level teams throughout the implementation process addressing questions concerns and challenges as they arise.
Serve as a point of contact for regional stakeholders offering assistance and facilitating resolution of issues related to the digital solution.
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Coordinating Training and Communication.
Organize and lead informational sessions workshops and training sessions to promote understanding and adoption of the digital solution.
Facilitate communication between the project team regional stakeholders and country-level implementation teams ensuring alignment of goals and objectives.
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Monitoring Progress and Feedback.
Monitor the progress of implementation within the region identifying areas of success and areas requiring additional support or intervention.
Collect feedback from regional stakeholders regarding their experiences with the digital solution sharing insights and recommendations with the project team for continuous improvement.
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9B17A01B-DEFF-88D0-EF6DEBB56C0C TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR SHORT-TERM/CONSULTANCY CONTRACTS Page 2 of 2 DELIVERABLES AT THE END OF THE CONTRACT.
Key accountabilities of the Regional Change Agent will include.
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Stakeholder Engagement.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders at the regional and country levels including procurement officers business units and management Advocate for the digital solution highlighting its benefits and addressing any concerns or resistance to change.
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Training and Capacity Building.
Collaborate with the project team to develop and deliver training programs tailored to the needs of regional stakeholders ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and skills required for successful adoption.
Provide ongoing support and guidance to regional and country-level teams offering assistance with troubleshooting and problem-solving as needed.
3.
Communication and Awareness.
Develop and implement communication plans to keep regional stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the implementation process.
Act as a spokesperson for the project within the region promoting awareness and understanding of the digital solution through various channels including meetings presentations and written communications.
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Change Management Support.
Assist regional and country-level teamsin conducting change impact analyses identifying potential areas of resistance or concern and developing strategies to address them.
Collaborate with the project team to implement change management initiatives and interventions tailored to the needs of the region.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
Education.
Bachelors degree in a relevant field such as business administration procurement or change management.
Experience.
- At least 3 to S years of relevant work experience of Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced dynamic environment.
- Experience in training and capacity building with the ability to develop and deliver engaging and effective training programs.
- Proven experience in change management preferably within the context of procurement or digital solution implementation projects.
Knowledge & Skills.
In depth understanding of procurement solutions and management of source to contract and supplier management relationship processes.
Strong Knowledge on Sourcing Contract & CSO in Coupa.
Strong Knowledge on Coupa Sourcing Process (RFP RFI RFx and Auctions) Contract Collaboration (Template forms Workflow etc Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
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9B17A01B-DEFF-88D0-EF6DEBB56C0C TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR SHORT-TERM/CONSULTANCY CONTRACTS Page 2 of 2 Languages.
Fluency (level C) in English language.
Intermediate knowledge (level B) of a second official UN language is desirable.
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