Procurement Specialist (ADB-Funded)

About the Job

The Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) seeks a highly qualified and experienced national professional to support its institutional framework in Islamabad, Pakistan. As Pakistan’s leading social protection agency, BISP aims to strengthen procurement processes carried out with major international financial institutions, including the Asian Development Bank (ADB), while improving transparency, efficiency, regulatory compliance, and strategic development outcomes.

Job Summary

• Organization: Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP), Government of Pakistan
• Project Name: Social Protection Development Project (SPDP) (Additional Financing)
• Funding Agency: Asian Development Bank (ADB) [Loan No: 3837-PAK]
• Position Title: Procurement Specialist (Individual Consultant)
• Department: Procurement Wing of BISP
• Total Vacancies: 01 Position
• Job Type: Individual Consultancy Contract
• Location: Islamabad, Pakistan
• Source: Daily Jang Newspaper (May 23, 2026)
• Application Deadline: On or before 09:00 PM PST (11:59 PM Manila Local Time) by 07th June, 2026.

Position Overview & Objective

The Government of Islamic Republic of Pakistan has received a loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the Social Protection Development Project (SPDP). BISP intends to apply part of the proceeds of this loan to payments for Consulting Services for the Hiring of an Individual Consultant for the "Procurement Wing" of BISP. Qualified and experienced national individuals, duly authorized to work in Pakistan, are invited to demonstrate their eligibility by providing comprehensive CVs and requisite background information.

Detailed Qualification & Experience Requirements

Educational Background:

• Minimum Degree: Master's degree / Post-graduate qualification (representing at least 16 years of education) from a reputable local or foreign institution.
• Major Disciplines: Procurement, Law, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Engineering/IT, or any other related field.
• Preferred Asset: A diploma or degree specializing specifically in the field of Procurement Management from a reputable local or foreign institution is highly preferred.

Professional Experience:

• Total Career Experience: Minimum of fifteen (15) years of post-desired qualification experience.
• Core Functional Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of explicit experience in procurement practices, backed by a strong background in the procurement of consulting services and goods.
• Public Sector / Donor Experience: Minimum verifiable experience of three (3) years as a Procurement Specialist, Expert, Manager, or equivalent role inside a government organization, public entity, donor agency, or development bank.

Technical & Regulatory Proficiencies:

• Regulatory Knowledge: Excellent knowledge of relevant rules and legislations of the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA), along with procurement frameworks of international financial institutions and donor agencies.
• Donor Systems: Sound knowledge of ADB/WB Procurement/CMS and STEP activities, guidelines, policies, regulations, as well as related instructions, procedures, and reporting requirements.
• Digital Procurement: Hands-on experience and deep expertise in electronic procurement domains, specifically e-PADS, STEP, and digital procurement portals.
• IT Systems: Excellent command over the Microsoft Office suite.

Core Competencies:

• Proven ability to work productively within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with public sector administrative structures, government operations, and protocols.

Regulatory Guidelines & Conflict of Interest

• Hiring Framework: Individual consultants will be hired in strict accordance with the ADB Procurement Policy: Goods, Works, Non-Consulting and Consulting Services (2017, as amended from time to time).
• Guidelines: The detailed procedural method is set out in the Consultant Guidelines, accessible at: https://www.adb.org/documents/adb-procurement-policy.
• Conflict of Interest: Attention of interested candidates is drawn specifically to paragraphs 1.19 to 1.21 of the ADB Procurement Regulations 2017 regarding conflict of interest policies.

Terms of Reference (ToRs)

Detailed Terms of Reference (ToRs) for this consulting assignment can be accessed directly by visiting:

• www.bisp.gov.pk
• csrn.adb.org

Note: Further information can also be requested at the physical address listed below during standard office hours from 1000 to 1600 hours Pakistan Standard Time (PST).

How to Apply

Applications for this consultancy must be submitted digitally through the Asian Development Bank's portal:

1. Portal Registration: Candidates must be registered on the ADB's Consultant Management System (CMS). Registration is accessible directly via http://cms.adb.org.
2. Locate the Notice: Access the online Request for Expression of Interest via the Consultant Services Recruitment Notices (CSRN) section at csrn.adb.org.
3. Profile Update: Applicants are highly recommended to update their CMS registration profiles comprehensively before commencing their EOI submission.
4. Submit EOI: Submit the formal EOI online through the CMS portal before the absolute deadline on 07th June, 2026 (09:00 PM PST / 11:59 PM Manila Time).

• Technical Support: Any individual encountering technical difficulties while accessing or registering on the CMS platform should request immediate assistance by emailing cmshelp@adb.org.
• Selection Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be formally contacted for interviews. No TA/DA shall be admissible.

Contact & Headquarters Address

Director HR (Policy & Regulations), Room No. 233, Second Floor, BISP HQ Secretariat, F-Block, Pak Secretariat, Islamabad.

Telephone: +92(51)9246309

Expert Advice for Applicants

1. Perfect Your ADB CMS Profile Alignment: The initial shortlisting relies heavily on the data parsed directly out of your ADB Consultant Management System (CMS) profile. Ensure your experience history clearly separates your general experience from your exact 10 years of core procurement practices and 3 years of public/donor sector work. Gaps or mixed timelines can cause automated ranking drops.
2. Explicitly Detail Goods vs. Consulting Services Experience: The advertisement specifies a requirement for a background in procuring both consulting services and goods. When structuring your CV and online EOI, split your project history to highlight notable high-value contract awards you managed under both categories, stating the specific dollar or rupee values.
3. Reference PPRA, STEP, and e-PADS Explicitly: Demonstrate technical fluency by dedicating a section of your CV profile to electronic procurement systems. Explicitly mention assignments where you applied Federal PPRA rules, managed workflows via the World Bank's STEP system, or utilized e-PADS platforms to showcase immediate operational competence.