Project Overview

The Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) is a U.S. government corporation established in 2004. Its mission is to provide assistance that will support sustainable and inclusive economic growth and poverty reduction in carefully selected developing countries that demonstrate a commitment to just and democratic governance, economic freedom, and investments in their citizenry.

In December 2018, MCC’s Board of Directors selected Indonesia as eligible to develop a second compact. The selection reflected the strong partnership MCC and Indonesia built during the first compact. Following signature of the Indonesia Infrastructure and Finance Compact on April 13, 2023, the entity charged with implementing the compact activities, Millennium Challenge Account-Indonesia II (MCA), is currently in the pre-implementation preparation stage, prior to “Entry-Into-Force” (EIF) of the compact agreement at which time the five-year implementation period begins.

The Indonesia Infrastructure and Finance Compact consists of three projects:

• The Advancing Transport and Logistics Accessibility (ATLAS) Project will work with five provincial governments – South Sumatra, North Sulawesi, Riau, Riau Islands and Bali – to improve infrastructure planning and preparation at the sub-national level, where transport and logistics are more constrained. The resulting projects will improve access to employment opportunities for Indonesians and the accessibility of transport services for women and disabled passengers.

• The Access to Finance for Women-owned/Micro-, Small and Medium Enterprises Project aims to increase formal lending services to MSMEs, especially those owned by women. The project will also provide business training, including digital and financial literacy trainings, and technical assistance to improve credit worthiness and investment readiness.

• The Financial Markets Development (FMD) Project will provide technical assistance and blended finance grants to increase the participation of private sector or commercially oriented finance in infrastructure investments. This will help the government of Indonesia to form new partnerships and unlock existing money to fund lower-risk, high-quality infrastructure projects.

Position Objective

The Procurement Specialist, under the supervision of the Procurement Lead, is responsible for the coordination of procurement-related steps and internal reviews with other MCA staff and the Procurement Agent team, as well as the prioritization of procurement actions.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Placed under the supervision of the Procurement Lead, the Procurement Specialist will assume the following functions

1. Assist the Procurement Director to drive efficiency at different stages of procurement of works, supplies and services in accordance with MCC guidelines and procedures manual.
2. Ensure the Procurement Plan is reviewed and updated on a quarterly basis and ensure that MCA staff understand procurement lead times and requirements.
3. Advise MCA staff to plan for and carry out their contract management and administration responsibilities.
4. Analyze and refine Terms of Reference, descriptions of the technical specifications or other documents, initiated by management or project staff before submitting to the Procurement Agent.
5. Support project staff and management in the establishment of panels for evaluating bids and proposals.
6. Assist in developing plans for market outreach and advertising of procurement opportunities to local and international bidders.
7. Participate in negotiations with local and international companies and consultants towards signing of contracts.
8. Participate in the preparation and finalization of the Quarterly Requests for Funds Packages (QDRP).
9. Participate in Program Closure operations as related to all procurement and contract activities, including contract administration, contract monitoring, responses to audit

Key Qualifications (Education, Experience, Technical Competencies)

Pass/Fail Qualifications

1. University degree in any discipline
2. Excellent mastery of English and Bahasa Indonesia

Desired Qualifications

1. 6 Years of experience in procurement, contracting or supply-chain management
2. Experience supporting procurement activities as part of a large (multi -million dollar) donor programs
3. Knowledge of the procedures and guidelines of development partners, including the World Bank, on the award of contracts for works, supplies and intellectual

How to Apply

Please submit your application letter, which should discuss how you meet the aforementioned position requirements, emphasizing relevant skills and experiences, as well as why you are interested in working with MCA-Indonesia II and comprehensive resume as attachments to hr.recruitment@mca-indonesia-2.go.id and cc to recruitment.mcai@gmail.com by 14 June 2024, with subject line Procurement Specialist

Please name your file as follow format:

Your Complete Name_Application Letter and Your Complete Name_CV.

Given the volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.