Job ID: 2191

Job Title:

Chief Procurement Officer

Salary Scale:

C - (starting salary EC $123,720)

Item:

Date of Vacancy

6/1/26

No. of Vacancies:

Department:

Administration Min of Finance

Job Type:

Full Time

Suggested Posting:

6/1/26

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Job Description - Chief Procurement Officer - 2024 update.docx

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the post of Chief Procurement Officer within the Ministry of Finance.

This is a senior role responsible for supporting the effective administration of public procurement and contract administration across Government. The successful candidate will lead the Public Procurement Unit, support implementation of the Public Procurement and Contract Administration Act and Regulations, advise key stakeholders, oversee procurement processes, and promote compliance, transparency and value for money.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound judgement, integrity, strong analytical and communication skills, good stakeholder management, and the ability to operate effectively in a complex public sector environment.

Question 1:

Describe a complex policy, legal, governance or institutional matter where you were required to provide leadership, advice or direction. What was your role and how did you approach it?

Question 2:

Public procurement requires fairness, transparency, compliance and value for money. How would you strengthen confidence in the procurement system across Government?

Question 3:

This role requires working with senior officials, boards, suppliers and other stakeholders. How do you influence outcomes, manage competing interests and maintain professional independence?