CEPI is seeking an Operations and Procurement Manager for a new position in a high-profile workplace

OPERATIONS AND PROCUREMENT MANAGER
As our Operations and Procurerment Manager you will be part of a dynamic and an international team responsible for the full scope of tasks and will cooperate closely with the CEPI's organization based in Oslo, London, Washington and with a planned node in Dehli. The Operation Manager will report administratively to the CFO. All the processes regarding the position will be executed and run from The CEPIs HQ in Oslo, Norway.
All applicants need to be fluent in Norwegian and English and have a residence in or nearby Oslo, Norway but some travel must be expected.

Tasks

• Responsible for all of CEPIs evaluating, establishing and running a robust operational infrastructure and supporting the various CEPI teams globally
• Responsible for CEPIs infrastructure such as office management, procurement and contracts, negotiations, IT and technology and for ensuring a compliant organizational structure in cooperation with the Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager
• Supporting all CEPI departments including Vaccine Development, Vaccine Science and General Counsel
• Support building an ERP/Reporting system between Awardee and Investor activities
• Responsible for coordinating, supervising and increasing efficiency in all offices and support processes
• Lead and provide expertise on procurement processes and relevant contract negotiations
• Build and manage CEPI`s documentation of internal support routines and processes
• Support the resource mobilization team on potential investor reviews and audits

Qualifications

• You have a University degree in administration and/or economics
• Broad experience from structuring and implementing efficient routines and procedures
• Proven track-record in independently designing and implementing routines and procedures for a high-visibility organization
• Working experience from international organizations and/or governmental institutions is an advantage
• You should have at least 10 - 15 years of relevant experience
• Ability to operate and communicate at both strategic and operational levels
• Experience in negotiations and public procurement
• Experience in leading teams from different departments to achieve organisational goals
• Entrepreneurial self-motivated and able to independently drive projects
• Knowledge of and experience in data analysis and evaluating IT processes and controls
• The ability to work alone and take a lead when hurdles arise or when tasks require completion
• You are used to changing