Overview
UNICEF Supply Division is hiring a P-2 Contracts Officer in Copenhagen for a 364-day temporary appointment supporting procurement and contracting for health technology and essential health commodities.
Full job description
The role manages end-to-end procurement and contracting activities, including sourcing, tendering, bid evaluation, supplier performance, purchase orders, Long-Term Arrangements, market analysis and coordination with quality assurance, logistics, finance and country offices. The position sits in the Health Technology Unit within UNICEF Supply Division.
Requirements & qualifications
Applicants need a first-level university degree in business administration, commerce, law, supply chain management, logistics or a related field and at least two years of relevant experience in contracting, tendering and market research. Fluency in English is required; another official UN language or local language is an asset.
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Verification notes
Verified on the official UNICEF Careers page on 21 August 2026. Job no. 595110 / post #00138120 showed Apply now, Copenhagen duty station, P-2 grade, 364-day temporary appointment and a 1 September 2026 closing date. UNICEF states that required host-country visas for international professional positions are facilitated by UNICEF.
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