UNESCO. General Conference; 36th; 36 C/5: volume 1: Draft ...

13106 Expected results at the end of the biennium:
Outsourcing modalities for services implemented where relevant
“Greening” UNESCO supported and carbon footprint reduced
Chapter 2 – Procurement
Unit responsible: Division of Procurement (ADM/PRO)
13201 The Division is responsible for providing technical and administrative support and advice for the
Organization’s procurement of goods, works and services, as well as for improving the capacity and
competency for procurement implemented in a decentralized manner. It places particular focus on
increased transparency and integrity in the utilization of UNESCO funds.
13202 Furthermore, the Division is also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of a central physical
inventory register for Headquarters and for physical stocktaking as per the Organizations rules,
regulations and procedures.
13203 The Division will continue to focus principally on its core mandate and will envisage outsourcing
modalities for services which are non-core to its main function and also those services which can be
provided by an outside source more cost effectively and expeditiously.
13204 The Division also ensures that environmental considerations, social responsibility and sustainable
procurement criteria as developed by the United Nations are incorporated in the procurement process.
13205 Expected results at the end of the biennium:
Procurement processes simplified and Long Term Agreements (LTA’s) in place for
most frequent and routine purchases at Headquarters
Technical skills improved Organization-wide to ensure procurement planning,
strict application of governing rules and regulations, as well as to reduce the
waivers of competition in decentralized procurement activities
Property management processes and procedures at Headquarters consistent
with International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)
“Greening” UNESCO supported and carbon footprint reduced
Chapter 3 – Information systems and telecommunications
Unit responsible: Division of Information Systems and Telecommunications (ADM/DIT)
13301 The main responsibilities of the Division are to support programme delivery and facilitate development
and sharing of knowledge throughout the Secretariat, at Headquarters and in the field through
the provision of information and communication services and corresponding Information and
Communication Technology tools.
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