By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:

• Describe the principles of effective procurement, the UN procurement process, and the role of procurement strategy
• Understand the activities associated with effective procurement projects
• Conduct procurement planning and stakeholder management
• Write specifications and effective terms of reference (TOR)
• Choose appropriate procurement method (RFQ, ITB, RFP)
• Select advertisement method and type of competition
• Understand dos and don’ts when drafting bidding documents
• Invite and evaluate bids and proposals
• Practice ethics and integrity in procurement
• Understand what rules and procedures apply to UN procurement
• Appreciate the relevance of these rules, with particular reference to the procurement process, and why they are there

Course fee: USD 1575

Online registration: http://www.iapso.org/training/fixed-courses.asp