The ILO Country Office in Cox’s Bazar is currently seeking a Procurement Assistant who will establish necessary connections between project demands and trustworthy suppliers.Your responsibilities will include evaluating procurement strategies and handling the entire tender process while achieving maximum value within all compliance requirements. The position suits an organized procurement professional who conducts their work with integrity and operates effectively within a fast-paced workplace while helping at-risk women and young people through their efforts. Apply now to become an essential part of our mission to foster skills and economic opportunities.
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Procurement Assistant – G5
Grade: G5
Vacancy No.: DC/Dhaka/GS/2026/02
Publication Date: 01 February 2026
Application Deadline (midnight local time): 10 February 2026
Job ID: 13506
Department: Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific
Organizational Unit: Country Office (CO) Dhaka
Duty Station: Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh
Contract Type: Short Term
Contract Duration: Six (6) Months
Organizational Context and Role
The Director-General uses direct selection to appoint personnel to this technical cooperation position according to Article 4.2 paragraph (e) of the ILO Staff Regulations. The ILO invites eligible candidates to submit their applications to ensure the most informed selection process.
The International Labour Organization (ILO) Country Office for Bangladesh, with funding from Global Affairs Canada, is implementing the project ‘Leaving No One Behind: Improving Skills and Economic Opportunities for the Bangladeshi Community and Rohingya Women & Youths in Cox’s Bazar.’ This crucial program establishes paths to employment for both vulnerable host communities and refugees through its development of skills and livelihood programs that create decent work opportunities.
We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Procurement Assistant to be based in Cox’s Bazar. You will handle procurement and administrative tasks which require your support to the Finance and Administration Officer while operating under the Chief of ILO Project Office. Your role is essential for project success because it ensures that all procurement processes follow ILO rules while acquiring goods and services needed for project activities.
Description of Duties
- The procurement analysis function requires analysis and evaluation of vendor performance and market data and procurement strategies. The evaluation process for bids and proposals checks their adherence to project requirements while delivering optimal value.
- The procurement process begins with the creation of Requests for Quotations (RFQs) and Invitations to Bid (ITBs) and Requests for Proposals (RFPs) which ILO systems support through their e-tendering and Jagger functionalities. The purchasing authority allows me to create purchase orders while I prepare documents for procurement requests that exceed my spending limit.
- The contract management process requires me to create contracts while I assist project teams in understanding contract terms. The organization needs me to monitor contract compliance while I suggest contract changes and time extensions.
- The ILO-based ERP system (IRIS) requires me to create and submit purchase orders for approval while I follow all ILO procurement rules and guidelines. The supervisor assigns me additional tasks which I perform to help the project operate successfully.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Completion of secondary school education is required. A higher level of education in a relevant field is an asset.
Experience:
- A minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in procurement, preferably within public procurement, including with government bodies, I/NGOs, UN agencies, or other bi/multi-lateral organizations.
Languages:
- Excellent command of English and Bangla (both written and spoken) is required.
Competencies:
- The candidate has mastered all aspects of public procurement policies and practices.
- The candidate can execute tasks according to assigned instructions and established guidelines while implementing all relevant legal and regulatory requirements and organizational policies.
- The candidate possesses comprehensive knowledge about office financial regulations and negotiated procurement methods and contract management processes.
- The candidate demonstrates advanced skills in utilizing analytical software and computer programs and data management systems.
- The candidate has strong skills to work successfully in diverse cultural settings while showing respect for all genders and maintaining non-discriminatory conduct and attitudes.
Eligibility and Application Information
- Internal candidates from ILO and external candidates who meet our requirements can submit their applications.
- Local Recruitment: This position requires local candidates. The ILO may offer employment contracts only to individuals who possess both valid residency and work authorization for Bangladesh.
- Diversity: The ILO values diversity and strongly encourages applications from qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities. If you have a disability that prevents you from completing the online application process, please contact ILO at ilojobs@ilo.org.
- The appointment functions as a technical cooperation role which has a six-month contractual agreement. The organization expects that such appointments will not create ILO career paths for employees and they will not receive any future opportunities except for extensions, which depend on funding and ongoing work requirements and the need to maintain satisfactory performance.
Recruitment Process and Fraud Warning
- How to Apply: All candidates must complete an online application form via the ILO Jobs website. The system provides full instructions for the application procedure.
- Fraud Warning: The ILO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, processing, or training). All communications that do not come from official @ilo.org email accounts should be treated as untrustworthy. The ILO does not request bank account details from applicants.
