Grade 7 - Procurement Officer

Procurement Officer - Grade 7 Duration - up to the 30th of September 2026 Salary - €59,417 Key Duties and Responsibilities To organise and engage with working groups as representatives from the sector to identify requirements To develop Request for Tenders (RFT), Tender response documents (TRD) based on LGMA strategic procurement initiatives. To prepare budgets and ensure that procurement programmes are implemented within allocated budgets To develop and maintain relationships with the local government sector and external agencies in accordance with policy and to ensure the agreements to co-ordinate procurement programmes are implemented Preparation and presentation of reports for the Project and Programme Boards and at other meetings as required To achieve and maintain the productive association between the LGMA and the local government sector in the delivery of services Represent the LGMA at a variety of meetings Ensure that policies and procedures are aligned with best practice, are well documented and communicated to others Be highly organised and experienced in administration and managing multiple elements of procurement delivery within agreed timeframes Demonstrate effective people management and organisational skills so that all involved in the team have a clear understanding of their role and their deliverables Undertake any other duties of a similar level and responsibilities as may be required from time to time Desirable Skills & Qualifications Knowledge and expertise in Microsoft Office programs. Knowledge of Public Procurement legislation Have knowledge and experience of developing and publishing single party frameworks Have knowledge and experience of using OGP frameworks Have knowledge and experience of using eTenders Have experience of developing, publishing and managing Dynamic Purchase Schemes (DPS) Capacity to effectively plan, manage, and coordinate resources and prioritise effectively including the ability to work to agreed timescales. Ability to manage a range of different projects and work activities concurrently, utilising computer technology effectively and assigning work to others as appropriate to meet strict deadlines. Experience working independently as well as work with a wider (multidisciplinary / multi-agency) team in a complex and changing environment. Experience working in an ICT technical role Excellent organisational, presentation, data gathering and written skills. Skills : Experience of developing publishing and managing Dynamic Purchase Schemes