Procurement

Training &
Certification
Catalogue 2021
 Standard Training Courses
Page

Introductory Certificate in Public Procurement, Level 2 – CIPS Accredited 4

Advanced Certificate in Public Procurement, Level 3 – CIPS Accredited 5

Diploma in Strategic Public Procurement, Level 4 – CIPS Accredited 6

Contract and Supplier Relations Management 7

Procurement Strategy Development 8

Supply Chain Management in Humanitarian Organisations 9

Risk Management in Contracting for Construction Services 10

Effective Negotiations in Projects and Procurement 11

Contracting & Management of Individual Contractors 12

Logistics & INCOTERMS 2020   *NEW* 13

Effective Programme & Procurement Teamwork   *NEW* 14

Sustainable Public Procurement   *NEW* 15

Anti-Corruption and Ethics in Procurement   *NEW* 16

Public Procurement Reform Implementation 17

Government Procurement Capacity Development 18

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Tailor-made Courses

Tailor-made courses are designed to meet the specific requirements of your staff and organisation. They can be
delivered to suit your preferred location and date(s), and are thus a very cost-effective solution if there is a large
group of staff to be trained.

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About UNDP Procurement
Training and Certification
The United Nations Development Programme offers specialised procurement training and certification to staff
from the UN system, governments, non-governmental organisations and international development financing
institutions and their borrowers.

UNDP/CIPS Cooperation on Procurement Training and Certification

UNDP procurement certification courses are accredited by the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply
(CIPS) assuring compliance with high international quality standards. All training and certification courses are
tailored to reflect UN and public procurement rules, policies, and procedures.

Level 2
Introductory Certificate
Procurement Planning
in Public Procurement
Principles and Processes UNDP/CIPS Level 2
Procurement Rules and Procedures

Level 3
Advanced Procurement Planning Advanced Certificate
in Public Procurement
Communication and Negotiation
UNDP/CIPS Level 3
Advanced Contract Management

Level 4
Strategic Procurement Planning Diploma in
Strategic Procurement Negotiations Strategic Public Procurement
UNDP/CIPS Level 4
Strategic Contract Management

Each certification level provides a tailored set of student training materials, reference and work books, case stud-
ies, exercises, and an assessment process leading to a qualification accredited by CIPS, UK. Included in the pack-
age for each level is also a first year student membership of CIPS, providing access to a world-wide community of
procurement professionals, access to CIPS knowledge portal etc.

A prerequisite for participation at Level 4 is prior successful completion of UNDP/CIPS Level 2 and Level 3 certi-
fication courses.

All of the above courses will be followed by a written Work Based Assessment. Assessments are optional for
­participants but are a requirement to achieve full CIPS qualification.

All training courses employ modern adult participatory learning methods. Each training module commences
with an overview of the rules, procedures and/or theory of the subject in question, and is then followed by case
studies, group discussions or exercises. This creates a forum for participants to apply theory and methods to real
cases and to foster productive knowledge sharing.

All training and certification programmes are offered virtually via Zoom and as traditional face-to-face class-room
training.

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 Introductory Certificate
in Public Procurement – Level 2
Accredited by CIPS – Level 2 – English, French & Spanish langauge

• Procurement practices and processes

• Risk assessment and management
• Engaging and managing stakeholders
• Writing specifications and terms of reference
• Selection of methods (RFQ, ITB and RFP)
• Preparation of solicitation documents
• Sourcing of suppliers and advertisement
• Bid receipt and opening
• Evaluating bids and proposals
• Contract approval process
• Committee submissions and approvals
• Contract award and management
Programme Aim
• Contract management terms and skills
The aim of this course is to provide participants with:
• Performance monitoring
• A clear understanding of the principles of effec-
• Dispute management
tive public procurement, the generic procurement
• Ethics and integrity in procurement
process and the role of corporate and transactional
procurement
Target Audience
• The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a
This course is designed for those working in the pub-
sourcing process appropriate to the value/risk of the
lic sector interested in gaining a comprehensive over-
category being procured
view of public procurement and in obtaining a profes-
• Knowledge of what rules and procedures govern
sional certification and accreditation with CIPS. It is
UN and public procurement – and why they exist
also relevant to those new to the procurement function
or those who have worked in the function for some
Learning Outcomes
time, but have not previously undertaken formal train-
By the end of the programme, participants will be able to:
ing. Additionally, those in functions that include close
• Describe the principles of effective procurement,
interaction with procurement, such as programme and
the UN procurement process, and the role of pro-
project staff who would like a closer understanding
curement strategy
of procurement would find this course relevant. The
• Understand the activities associated with effective
course is offered in English and Spanish.
procurement projects
• Conduct procurement planning and stakeholder
Duration
management
4 days (check the website for locations and dates):
• Write specifications and effective terms of reference
[Link]
(TOR)
• Choose appropriate procurement methods (RFQ,
Training Modality
ITB, RFP)
Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
• Select advertisement method and type of competition
• Understand do’s and don’ts when drafting bidding
Cost
documents
US$ 1,675
• Invite and evaluate bids and proposals
• Practise ethics and integrity in procurement
Course Assessments
• Understand what rules and procedures apply to UN
1. Multiple-choice Questionnaire
and public procurement
100 multiple choice questions of which 80 must be
• Appreciate the relevance of these rules and under-
correctly answered during the course
stand why they exist
2. Work-based Assessment
8 weeks to complete a written essay based on a
Programme Topics
work-related case study
• The principles of UN and public procurement
• Procurement planning and strategy

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Advanced Certificate
in Public Procurement – Level 3
Accredited by CIPS – Level 3

Programme Topics
• Procurement systems and procedures
• Risk management planning
• Activities involved in specification development
• Sustainable procurement specifications
• Supplier research and market analysis
• Personal professional development
• Communication and conflict management
• Communicating with clients and suppliers
• Introduction to negotiation
• Negotiation styles, methods and tactics
• Contract development activities
Programme Aim
• Advanced offer evaluation
The aim of this course is to provide participants with a
• Financial analysis principles and tools
clear understanding of:
• Credit ratings and financial stability
• Advanced Procurement Planning
• Price and cost analysis
To develop the capacity to manage the planning
• Developing contracts for services
processes associated with the procurement of
• Contract administration/management
goods, services and works
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Communication and Negotiation Skills
To improve the communication, negotiation and
Target Audience
personal professional development skills required
This course is designed for procurement officers or
by those involved in advanced level procurement
those in functions that include close interaction with
• Advanced Contract Management
procurement, such as programme and project staff
To manage the evaluation, contract development,
seeking advanced training in UN and public procure-
and contract administration process associated with
ment strategy, contract management and negotiations.
advanced level procurement

Level 3 builds on the capabilities developed in the

Learning Outcomes
Level 2 course. A UNDP/CIPS Level 2 certificate is
By the end of the programme participants will be able to:
therefore a prerequisite for participation at Level 3.
• Develop procurement strategies providing best fit to
specific procurement requirements
Duration
• Apply systematic risk assessment and management
5 days in-class and 4 days self-study (check the web-
processes to procurement activities
site for locations and dates):
• Develop and review specifications
[Link]
• Understand how to apply sustainable and green
procurement principles and policies
Training Modality
• Conduct supplier research and market analysis
Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
• Apply issues related to supplier development, sup-
ply alliances and supply chain management
Cost
• Apply advanced offer evaluation methods
US$ 1,975
• Conduct efficient cost and financial risk analysis
• Execute effective contract development and man-
Course Assessments
agement processes
1. Multiple Choice Questionnaire
• Communicate effectively with clients, suppliers and
2. In-class Workbook Assessment
other stakeholders
3. Work-Based Assessment
• Apply the principles of conflict management
• Communicate, council, and negotiate effectively

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 Diploma in Strategic
Public ­Procurement – Level 4
Accredited by CIPS - Level 4

• Contingency planning at strategic level

• Integration of procurement plans with organisation-
al and financial strategies
• Organising procurement activities
• Centralisation versus decentralisation
• Controlling procurement performance
• Commercial and legal considerations in negotiations
• Power and persuasion in negotiations
• Conflict and deadlock resolution process
• Bargaining in strategic procurement
• How to use winning negotiation strategies
Programme Aim • Overcoming common negotiation tactics
The aim of this course is to provide participants with: • Making team negotiations work
• Procurement Strategy Development Skills • Strategic offer evaluation processes
To develop strategies for significant procurement, • Administration of major contracts
including involvement in organisational strategic • Managing strategic supply contracts
and financial planning and to organise and manage • Contract performance measurement
procurement activities. • Managing contract objectives and risks
• Strategic Negotiation Skills
To improve the strategic communication and nego- Target Audience
tiation skills, including the management of com- This course is designed for procurement and contract
mercial and legal considerations in negotiations, management officers, and those in functions that
bargaining and conflict resolution processes. include close interaction with procurement, such as
• Advanced Contract Management programme and project staff, seeking strategic level
To develop the capacity to manage strategic supply, training in UN and public procurement strategy devel-
services and consultancy contracts and conduct opment, negotiations, and contract management.
advanced offer evaluations.
Level 4 is open to staff from the UN system, UN spon-
Learning Outcomes sored staff from international development organisa-
By the end of the programme participants will be able to: tions, and staff from partner Governments.
• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans
• Integrate procurement plans in corporate strategic The course builds on the capabilities developed in
and financial planning Level 2 & 3 courses. A UNDP/CIPS Level 2 and 3 cer-
• Plan for significant procurement and supply tificate is therefore prerequisite for participation.
• Conduct cost and financial analysis
• Organise and manage procurement activities Duration
• Understand commercial and legal considerations in 5 days in-class followed by a 4 days self-study (check
negotiations the website for locations and dates):
• Apply successful negotiations and bargaining meth- [Link]
ods in procurement negotiations
• Make team negotiations work Training Modality
• Manage conflict and deadlock resolution processes Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
• Manage advanced offer evaluation processes
• Execute strategic supply, service and consultancy Cost
contracts US$ 2,175
• Measure and manage performance of major contracts
Course Assessments
Programme Topics 1. Multiple-Choice Questionnaire
• Strategic procurement planning 2. In-class Workbook Assessment
• Planning for significant procurement 3. Work-Based Assessment
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Contract and Supplier
Relations Management
Programme Topics
• The principles of effective procurement and the
procurement process
• Why we need to form relationships with suppliers
in the general supply market
• Essential risk assessment and risk management
methods
• How to benefit from our importance to suppliers
• What is a contract? Legal, business and relational
issues
• Types of contractual and commercial relationships
• Engaging and relating to stakeholders during con-
tracting and procurement
Programme Aim • The purpose and process of contract approval
The aim of this course is to provide participants with: • How to manage and communicate with bidders and
• A clear understanding of main supplier relations suppliers after contract approval
management methods, taking account of legal, ethi- • Performance and quality management
cal, financial, and contractual issues • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Essential contracting capabilities, including ap- • How to manage contractual reviews, disputes and
proval and contractual relationship management potential conflicts
methods • What is integrity and ethics in contracting and
• Methods to manage risks, disputes and potential procurement?
conflicts in the procurement and contracting pro- • Best practices when dealing with suppliers
cesses
• Effective contract performance and quality monitor- Target Audience
ing schemes This course is designed for all those who are actively
involved in managing contracts in their office and
Learning Outcomes regularly deal with suppliers and consultants. While
By the end of the programme, participants will be able to: this includes procurement staff, it would also be par-
• Describe the main types of contractual relationships ticularly relevant for finance and admin officers and
that might be formed with suppliers and the appro- programme and project staff who on a regular basis
priate use of each deal with the management, monitoring and evaluation
• Develop successful commercial relationships with of supplier/consultant performance.
prospective suppliers
• Identify key stakeholders in a procurement exercise Duration
and be able to develop effective relationships with 3 days (check the website for locations and dates).
them
• Apply effective performance and quality monitoring On-line course registration:
methods [Link]
• Manage risks, disputes and potential conflicts dur-
ing contracting and procurement Training Modality
• Understand the importance of ethics and integrity Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
in procurement and how to act in an ethical manner
Cost
US$ 1,475

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 Procurement
Strategy Development
Programme Topics
• The principles of procurement strategy develop-
ment
• Understanding the procurement portfolio
• Procurement profiling and spend analysis
• Supply positioning and supply risk analysis
• Understanding the organisation’s market impact
• Demand and supply market analysis
• Developing corporate procurement objectives
• Strategies for managing routine, volume, critical
and strategic procurement categories
• Implementation of significant procurement strate-
gies (high risk/spend categories)
Programme Aim • How to align procurement functions with strategic
The aim of this course is to enable participants to objectives
develop and implement category based procurement • Managing procurement systems, capabilities, and
strategies, hereby: administrative processes
• Clearly understand corporate procurement strategy • How to manage stakeholders and suppliers
development options • How Long Term Supply Agreements can support
• Manage tools and methods to implement strategies category based strategies
in business units • Procurement scheduling and planning
• Align procurement systems, processes and func- • Measurement of results and outcomes
tions with the procurement spend and risk profile
of the organisation
• Focus on significant high risk/high spend accounts Target Audience
This course is designed for procurement practitioners
Learning Outcomes and managers at all levels and is also recommended
By the end of the programme, participants will be able to: for programme and project staff and other procure-
• Describe the issues to be considered when develop- ment stakeholders involved in the planning, monitor-
ing a procurement strategy for a business unit ing, management, or oversight of procurement. The
• Articulate the objectives of a procurement activity course will particularly benefit those who wish to take
for a business unit a more proactive and strategic approach to their pro-
• Conduct procurement spend analysis, supply risk curement activities by developing and implementing
assessments, demand and supply market analysis an integrated corporate procurement strategy.
• Model and implement strategies for significant
procurement Duration
• Implement strategies for routine, volume, critical 3 days (check the website for locations and dates).
and strategic categories
• Align systems, capabilities, and administrative pro- On-line course registration:
cesses with strategic objectives [Link]
• Measure performance, outcomes and results
Training Modality
Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face

Cost
US$ 1,475

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Supply Chain Management
in Humanitarian Organisations
Programme Topics
• Supply chain management principles, processes
and procedures
• Logistic goals and objectives
• Modes of transportation
• Freight forwarding arrangements
• The role of the Freight Forwarder
• Purpose of shipping documents
• Incoterms 2020 and their appropriate use
• Packing and marking
• Loss prevention
• Customs clearance procedures and documentation
• Need for insurance and different types of coverage
Programme Aim • Warehouse and Inventory Management
The aim of this course is to provide participants with: • On-site facility tour
• A clear understanding of the principles of effec-
tive supply chain arrangements and to understand Target Audience
methods of mitigating risks and how to optimise the This course is designed for those working in the
organisation’s supply chain public sector interested in gaining a comprehensive
• The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a overview of appropriate supply chain management,
logistical exercise appropriate to the value/risk of logistics and Incoterms. Specifically, it is relevant to
the goods being procured and transported those new to the procurement function or logistics, or
those who have worked in the function for some time,
Learning Outcomes but have not previously undertaken formal training.
By the end of the programme, participants will be
able to: Duration
• Describe the principles of supply chain manage- 3 days (check the website for locations and dates).
ment and determine the appropriate logistical ar-
rangements for a range of requirements On-line course registration:
• Understand the need for insurance and the types of [Link]
coverage available
• Understand the pros and cons of different Incoterms Training Modality
and the appropriate use of Incoterms Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
• Know about loss prevention, means and actions to
put in place to minimise or prevent loss Cost
• Know about customs procedures and documenta- US$ 1,475
tion and the most common documents required for
export/import
• Decide on methods of shipment depending on vari-
ous factors
• Understand the functions of the Air Waybill (AWB)
and Bill of Lading (B/L)

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 Risk Management in Contracting for
Construction Services
Programme Topics
• The construction procurement framework
• The identification of the project outcomes
• Development of a preliminary:
◦ Project definition plan
◦ Risk management plan
◦ Procurement plan
◦ Programme management plan
• Risk management methods
• Establishment of scope of work
• Supply chain assessment
• Prequalification process
• Contract selection
Programme Aim • Tendering
This course will provide participants with a clear • Contract administration
understanding of Planning and Risk Management • Types of contracts
tools to manage construction projects to improve cost, • Sample contracts and conditions (including FIDIC)
timeliness and quality of works, and to communicate • Construction terminology
effectively with stakeholders. • Acceptable cost planning including contingencies

Participants are encouraged to submit a personal Target Group

construction case study in advance of course start. The This programme offers a knowledge base for all
participants’ own case studies allow practical applica- participants whether they be in the programme or
tion of course theory and development of a prelimi- procurement fields and interested in gaining a com-
nary Project definition plan, Risk management plan, prehensive overview of risk management in contract-
Procurement plan and Programme management plan ing for construction services. Specifically, it would be
for a specific project. relevant to those working with the development and
implementation of Project definition plans, Risk man-
Learning Objectives agement plans, Procurement plans and Programme
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of: management plans or staff who would like a closer
• The context of construction projects which are understanding of construction management.
normally “one off” activities defined uniquely by
function, location and form Duration
• How to develop a preliminary Project definition 3 days (check the website for locations and dates).
plan, Risk management plan, Procurement plan and
Programme management plan On-line course registration:
• How the construction supply market operates and [Link]
the capability of suppliers to meet requirements
• How to pre-empt unrealistic stakeholder expecta- Training Modality
tions (donors and clients) with executing construc- Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
tion projects
• How to operate in unstable environments and in Cost
markets with limited local supply capabilities US$ 1,475

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Effective Negotiations in
Projects and Procurement
Programme Topics
• Defining negotiation and negotiation skills
• Characteristics of the negotiation cycle in projects
and procurement
• Negotiation and supply positioning
• Preparing the negotiation process
• Assessing your own negotiation skills
• Choosing your negotiation team
• Developing a negotiation strategy
• The different stages of negotiation
• Win/Loose vs. Win/Win negotiations
• Distributive vs. integrative negotiations
• Typical tactics and ploys
Programme Aim • Bargaining and persuasion techniques
The aim of this course is to provide participants with • Trading and compromising
the skills and knowledge needed for successful nego- • Closing of negotiations and readying the agreement
tiations, including: for implementation
• Understanding the principles and dynamics of the • Intercultural factors
negotiation process and how to avoid the common • Dealing with conflict
traps in negotiation • Monitoring implementation
• Developing win-win strategies based on analysis of • Role-plays and behaviour rehearsal
the other parties’ needs • Linking theory and practise
• Identifying and actively working on their own nego-
tiation strengths and weaknesses through role-plays Target Audience
This course is for staff members working in the pro-
Learning Outcomes curement environment, who are new to negotiations
By the end of the programme, participants will be able and would like to be well-prepared before embark-
to: ing into this field. Staff, who are already conducting
• Identify the negotiation objectives negotiations but have never had any formal negotia-
• Develop and prepare a negotiation plan and strategy tion training, will also find this course educating. The
• Understand the different components of the nego- course content and tools provided can be applied to
tiation process negotiations with both internal and external partners.
• Establish a positive and constructive atmosphere at Requisitioners, technical experts, programme and proj-
the negotiation table ect staff will also find this course valuable.
• Understand the essential skills necessary to be a
successful negotiator Duration
• Identify own strengths and weaknesses at the nego- 4 days (check the website for locations and dates).
tiation table
• Understand and appreciate the impact different On-line course registration:
cultural backgrounds can have on verbal and non- [Link]
verbal communication
• Enhance negotiation skills through role-plays and Training Modality
by applying best practices Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face

Cost
US$ 1,575

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 Contracting & Management
of Individual Contractors
Programme Topics
• Definition and scoping of assignments
• Use of the IC
• Legal status, rights and obligations
• Selection and engagement of ICs
• Service-incurred liabilities
• Travel
• Engagement of Government Officials, Retired Staff,
Interns & Relatives
• Establishing a roster of ICs
• Roles and responsibilities
• Terms of references
• Deliverables, milestones
Programme Aim • Reporting Requirements
The aim of this course is to provide participants with • Key performance indicators
a thorough understanding of the procurement policies, • Performance evaluation and management
principles and procedures that govern the hiring/re- • Payment of ICs
cruitment and management of Individual Consultants/ • Termination
Contractors (ICs) and Consultancy Firms in UNDP. • Activities and case studies

Learning Objectives Target Audience

By the end of the course, participants will gain a thor- In UNDP the management of Individual Contractors
ough understanding of: is a procurement activity and is therefore subject to a
• The roles and procedures that govern ICs and Ser- competitive process and best value for money consid-
vice Contracts – and why they exist erations. This course is designed for those working in
• The conditions under which the IC is the appropri- UNDP and other UN and public sector organisations,
ate form of contract who need to engage individuals to perform non-staff
• The correct, as well as the incorrect, use of the Indi- tasks in connection with clear and quantifiable deliv-
vidual Contractors, Reimbursable Loan Agreements erables. Specifically, it is relevant to those working in
(RLAs), and Service Contracts (SC) the procurement function who need to have a clear
• The selection and engagement process for IC, RLA, understanding of the procurement principles and poli-
and SC cies governing the engagement and management of In-
• The difference between an Individual Contractors dividual Contractors or Consultancy Firms to provide
and a Reimbursable Loan Agreement – when and services that range from being highly specialised and
how? intellectual in nature to more routine and operational
• Sourcing, receipt and evaluation of applications support services.
• The role of the procurement review committee
• Roles and responsibilities in the management of IC, Duration
RLA, SC 3 days (check the website for locations and dates).
• Performance monitoring, measurement, and man-
agement methods On-line course registration:
[Link]

Training Modality
Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face

Cost
US$ 1,475

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Logistics &
INCOTERMS 2020
Incoterms® 2020 Programme Topics
• Incoterms 2020 and their appropriate use
• Logistical goals and objectives
• Freight forwarding arrangements
• Modes of transportation
• The structure and classification of Incoterms
• How to use the different E, F, C & D terms
• Seller and buyer obligations and costs
• Packing and marking
• Loss prevention
Programme Aim • Customs clearance procedures and documentation
The aim of this course is to provide participants with: • Need for insurance and different types of coverage
• Institute cargo clauses
• The capability to plan, implement and evaluate a • Liability limitations
logistical exercise and select International Commer- • Processes of insurance claims
cial Terms appropriate to the value/risk of the goods
being procured and transported Target Audience
This course is designed for those working in the
Learning Outcomes public sector interested in gaining a comprehensive
By the end of the programme, participants will be able overview of appropriate use of Incoterms 2020 and
to: logistical arrangement. Specifically, it is relevant to
• Understand allocation of tasks, costs, and risks to those working in the procurement function, logistics,
buyer/seller according to Incoterms 2020 contract management and who are either new to the
work or have worked in the function for some time,
• Use appropriate logistical arrangements for a range but have not previously undertaken formal training.
of requirements
Duration
• Understand the pros and cons of using different 2 days (check the website for locations and dates).
Incoterms
On-line course registration:
• Understanding of the need for and types of insur- [Link]
ance
Training Modality
• Incorporate contract management clauses, contain- Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
erization, pre-shipment inspection, payment terms
Cost
• How to reduce the risk of loss and damage US$ 1,275

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 Effective Programme and
­Procurement Teamwork
Programme Topics
• Project cycle vs. Procurement cycle
• Interaction points and roles and responsibilities
• Principles, ethical standards and fraud issues
• Integrated planning and budgeting
• Portfolio approach
• Risk assessment and management
• Writing specifications and terms of reference
• Evaluating bids and proposals
• Contract management and performance monitoring

Target Audience
This course is designed for those working in Pro-
Programme Aim gramme or Procurement – and for Managers – in-
The aim of this course is to provide participants with: volved in Project and Procurement Cycles. In particu-
• The capability to identify the optimal approach lar staff with roles, responsibilities, and interaction
to handling procurement activities in the context points collaborating to achieve programmatic results.
of project implementation and deliver significant The course will elaborate how to develop or review
value to programmatic outcomes and delivery. Specifications/TORs and evaluation criteria, how to
• An understanding of when is makes sense to have undertake evaluation of bids and proposals, and offer
a strong team approach to securing goods, services, best practices in contract management. The overall
and works – and ultimately, delivery and results. focus of the course is effective and efficient delivery of
• Knowledge of immediate relevance to Programme results. Specifically, it is relevant to those working in
staff and Managers, including integrated planning, a Management, Programme or Procurement role and
development of specifications & TOR, development who are either new to the work or have worked in the
of Evaluation criteria, Evaluation of bids and pro- function for some time, but have not previously under-
posals, and contract management. taken formal training.

Learning Objectives Duration

By the end of the programme, participants will be able 2 days (check the website for locations and dates).
to:
• Identify the key steps in the Programme and Pro- On-line course registration:
curement Cycles [Link]
• Understand where in the cycles interaction occurs
• Know about key considerations for effective plan- Training Modality
ning Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
• Be able to draft a requisition plan
• Be able to provide input to a procurement plan Cost
• Know about commercial risk assessment and man- US$ 1,275
agement
• Write specifications and terms of reference
• Evaluate bids and proposals
• Use contract management terms
• Monitor performance
• Improving and measure the contribution of Procure-
ment to Programmatic results

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Sustainable Public
Procurement
Programme Topics
• The principles of Sustainable Public Procurement
• Strategic framework to implement an SPP pro-
gramme
• Understand SPP techniques and tools, including
best practices and case studies
• How SPP can be incorporated into the procurement
process
• How specification development plays a critical role
in SPP
• Using ecolabels and other standards to promote and
achieve sustainability
• What strategies can be used to improve SPP through
the supplier selection process
• How evaluation criteria improves SPP
• How contract management requirements are impor-
tant to the overall success of SPP

Target Audience
This course is designed for those working in the
public sector interested in obtaining a comprehensive
Programme Aim understanding of sustainable public procurement.
The aim of this course is to provide participants with: It is designed for procurement professionals as well
• A clear understanding of how to start, implement as those closely working in the procurement process
or maintain a Sustainable Public Procurement (SPP) including programme and project staff. Specifically, it
programme is relevant to those working with sustainability issues
• The capability to manage all aspects of the procure- as managers, policy makers, procurement practitio-
ment process as it relates to SPP ners, requisitioners, clients, contract managers and/or
contract review committee members etc.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the programme, participants will be able Duration
to: 3 days (check the website for locations and dates).
• Develop and implement a strategic plan for SPP
• Identify key stakeholders in the SPP procurement On-line course registration:
process [Link]
• Bring SPP from a concept into practical use
• Integrating SPP in the public procurement process- Training Modality
es, practices, and procedures Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
• Use specifications to improve the sustainable out-
come of the procurement process Cost
• Identify methods to improve sustainability of the US$ 1,475
supplier base
• Understand how evaluation criteria can be used in
SPP
• Understand the methods and importance of contract
management in the SPP process

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 Anti-Corruption and Ethics
in Procurement
• The role of eProcurement in reducing the risk of
fraud and corruption
• Roles and Responsibilities of the key stakeholders
in Public Procurement
• Ethics in procurement from an organisational per-
spective
• Ethics in procurement from a procurement practi-
tioner’s perspective
• Ethics in procurement from a supplier’s perspective
• Principles of Public Procurement
• Internal Controls, Audit and Oversight
• Review and evaluation of the procurement function
Programme Aim
The aim of this course is to provide participants with
Target Audience
a clear understanding of how to recognise, reduce and
This course is designed for procurement practitio-
detect corrupt behaviour and conflicts of interest in
ners in the public sector and for those working in
public procurement, and to increase awareness of the
functions that are directly related to any stage of the
importance of ethical conduct throughout the whole
procurement cycle or who interact with any of the key
procurement process.
stakeholders involved in the procurement process.
Specifically, it would be relevant to those new to the
Learning Objectives
procurement function, those wishing to refresh their
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
knowledge on Ethics in Public Procurement and those
• Recognise the essential role of each stakeholder in
interested in raising awareness of corrupt and fraudu-
reducing opportunities for corrupt practices and
lent behaviour with the aim of reducing, preventing
conflicts of interest through promulgation of best
and detecting unethical practices in the supply chain
practices and application of transparent and ac-
within their organisation.
countable policies, procedures and standards
• Recognise where in the procurement process cor-
Duration
ruption risks and ethical dilemmas can occur and
2 days (check the website for locations and dates).
understand how to anticipate and avoid them
through proper risk management and monitoring.
On-line course registration:
• Promote common values and define the behaviour
[Link]
and performance expected of UN Staff/International
Civil Servants/Public Procurement Staff
Training Modality
• Demonstrate a clear understanding of how the
Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
principles of public procurement play a key role in
conducting a fair and ethical procurement process.
Cost
US$ 1,275
Programme Topics
• Major risk areas for corruption in the procurement
cycle and the impact of fraud
• Prevention and detection of corrupt practices, in-
cluding relevant UN initiatives:
◦ UNCITRAL Model Law on Public Procurement
◦ United Nations Convention against Corruption
(UNCAC)
◦ UN Joint Inspection Unit – A Fraud Management
Framework
◦ Sustainable Development Goal 16 - Promote
just, peaceful and inclusive societies

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Public Procurement Reform
Implementation
• Determine the needs, issues and influences of stake-
holders
• How to engage various stakeholders in opportunity
realization or problem resolution
• Sustaining stakeholder motivation and engagement
in policy processes and system transformations

Programme Topics
Day 1: Public procurement systems and their workings
Day 2: Evidence based policy development and prac-
tice transformation
Day 3: Engaging stakeholders
Programme Aim
Day 4: Fully worked case study examples and infor-
The Public Procurement Reform Implementation Pro-
mation on access to post training supports
gramme introduces participants to a toolkit for supporting
evidence based public procurement policy development
Information is provided on how participants may:
and practice transformation. Participants are enabled to
• Access the online assistance of the UNDP Public
work effectively with stakeholders who identify both
Procurement Reform Advisor;
problems and opportunities, and to frame cost effective
• Benefit from the moderated Public Procurement
interventions that promote constructive reform in public
Reform Forum, and
procurement systems, practices, policies and procedures.
• Access pre-qualified consultants from UNDP’s pub-
lic procurement reform expert roster.
Learning Outcomes
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of the
Target Audience
following capabilities:
Potential participants may include but are not limited
to:
How to enhance public procurement systems and their
• Development organisations involved in public pro-
workings?
curement reform;
• Identify the nature of various procurement systems
• Political actors who are seeking to frame a public
including policy objectives, legislative and regula-
procurement policy agenda;
tory frameworks and their practice implications.
• Public/ civil servants who are seeking to improve
• Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of various
public procurement capacity;
procurement systems
• Civil society representatives involved in public
• Identify and explain general points of intervention
procurement system changes;
for policy and practice improvement
• Public procurement managers challenged by public
procurement reforms, and
How to provide evidence based policy development
• Business and industry associations supporting im-
and practice transformation?
provements in public procurement systems
• Explain the concept of evidence based policy and
practice development
Duration
• Identify available sources of data/information of
4 days (check the website for locations and dates):
public procurement systems
[Link]
• Tools to support policy development and practice
transformation
Training Modality
Virtually via Zoom or Face-to-Face
What is stakeholder identification and engagement?
• Identify the stakeholders in the various aspects of
Cost
public procurement systems
US$ 2,875
• Identify and circumscribe problems and opportuni-
ties in public procurement systems

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 Government Procurement
Capacity Development
UNDP helps partner governments, ministries and national institutions to develop
and sustain critical procurement capacities. We design and implement:

•  Capacity development programmes;

•  Public procurement reform programmes;
•  Procurement policies, strategies and standards;
•  Procurement quality assurance schemes; and
•  Training and certification standards.

Working at the individual, procurement team, institutional and partner government levels, UNDP sustains pro-
curement capacities through tailored programmes, interventions and services.

UNDP adds value to public procurement capacity development and reform efforts by partnering with one of the
leading industry bodies in this domain, the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS). This unique
partnership combines expertise and experience in:

•  Assessments and capacity building of country procurement systems;

•  Initiatives to raise the profile of procurement as a strategic function for development;
•  Research, analysis and curriculum development for procurement practitioners; and
•  Capacity building strategies for national institutions.

The UNDP approach provides practical guidance on how to manage a procurement reform and/or capacity devel-
opment process whether at the national, sector or entity level. It includes practical advice, tools, templates and
process guidance for all steps in the process of developing country procurement capacities.

1. Engage 2. Assess 3. Plan 4. Implement 5. Evaluate

Stakeholder Country System Planning Management Managing and

Engagement Assessment Approach Arrangement Evaluation

Stakeholder Design and Plan Objectives Managing Performance

Commitment Change Measurement
Carry Out Formulate
Roles and Assessment Solution Option Management Ownership and
Responsibilities Stakeholders Sustainability
Analyse Findings Strategic
Planning Managing
Performance

Government procurement capacity development approach

More information:
[Link]

Contact:
[Link]@[Link]

[Link]

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About The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply
The Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) is the world’s largest
procurement and supply professional organisation. It is the worldwide centre
of excellence on procurement and supply management issues.

CIPS has a global community of over 114,000 in 150 different countries, includ-
ing senior business people, high-ranking civil servants and leading academics.
The activities of procurement and supply chain professionals have a major im-
pact on the profitability and efficiency of all types of organisations, supported
globally by CIPS.

[Link]; @CIPSNews

United Nations Development Programme

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) works in more than 170
countries and territories, helping to achieve the eradication of poverty, and the
reduction of inequalities and exclusion.

To support programmes and operations, UNDP offers specialised procurement

training and certification to staff from the UN system, partner governments,
non-governmental organisations and international development financing insti-
tutions and their borrowers.

More than 15,000 candidates have been certified through the UNDP/CIPS
procurement certification courses, fully accredited by CIPS, hereby assuring
compliance with high international quality standards. All training and certifi-
cation courses are tailored to reflect UN and public procurement rules, policies,
procedures, and best practises.

Awards
[Link] ; [Link]@[Link]

UNDP was a finalist for the World Procurement Award 2016 for Learning &
­Development Excellency.
Read more here: [Link]

FINALIST

UNDP was nominated for the respected 2015 Supply Management Award in
Training & Certification.
Read more here: [Link]

SHORTLIST

UNDP and CIPS were awarded the prestigious European Supply Chain
­Excellence Award 2012/2013 for Training and Professional Development.
This Award is in recognition of the Procurement Certification and Training
­Programme and its success in professionalizing the UN and public procure-
ment sector.
Read more here: [Link]

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 Contact Details

United Nations Development Programme

Procurement Services Unit
Quality Assurance and Professionalisation

United Nations City

Marmorvej 51
2100 Copenhagen
Denmark
Telephone: +45 4533 6000

Email: [Link]@[Link]

For information and on-line registration:

[Link]

FINALIST Published by Procurement Services Unit, United Nations

Development Programme, Copenhagen, Denmark.
UNDP is a finalist for the World Procure-
ment Award 2016 for Learning & Devel- © Copyright UNDP, October, 2020
opment Excellency All rights reserved. Printed in Denmark.

SHORTLIST

UNDP is nominated for the respected

2015 CIPS Supply Management Award in
the domain of Training and Certification

UNDP and CIPS were awarded the

prestigious European Supply Chain Ex-
cellence Award 2012/2013 for Training
and Professional Development.