In accordance with the Labour Code of the Republic of Albania, Council of Ministers Decision No. 531 dated 07.09.2023 “On the establishment of the state-owned joint-stock company ‘Centralized Purchasing Operator’ JSC for carrying out special public procurement procedures on behalf and for the account of the Prime Minister’s Office, Ministries and subordinate institutions”, as well as Council of Ministers Decision No. 504 dated 10.09.2025 “On certain amendments to Decision No. 531 dated 07.09.2025”, the Centralized Purchasing Operator announces a competition for a vacant position:
Head of the Standardization and Unification Sector within the Standards and Trade Directorate
General job description
The Head of the Standardization and Unification Sector is responsible for managing and coordinating processes related to the standardization, unification and updating of technical specifications, prices and catalogues of goods, services and works. The position aims to ensure that the approved standards and catalogues are unified, up to date and aligned with the needs of contracting authorities, in accordance with the legislation in force.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Ensures that the Company approves the unification of technical specifications and prices for goods, services and works subject to procurement by the Centralized Purchasing Operator, for use by contracting authorities.
- Monitors and coordinates the work related to the updating of approved catalogues.
- Is responsible for developing strategies and policies to ensure that approved catalogues are promoted on the official website of the Public Procurement Agency and on the official website of the Centralized Purchasing Operator.
- Ensures that standards are applied consistently and meet the needs of contracting authorities.
- Is responsible for managing the staff of the Standardization and Unification Sector, ensuring that all specialists have the necessary knowledge and resources to successfully perform their duties.
General requirements
- High professional and moral integrity;
- Albanian citizenship;
- Full legal capacity to act;
- Good health condition enabling the candidate to perform the relevant duties;
- No final criminal conviction;
- Not being under investigation or involved in ongoing court proceedings.
Specific requirements
The candidate must:
- Have completed university studies in Economics, Law, or related fields;
- Hold a Master of Science or Professional Master’s degree;
- Have at least 2 years of professional experience in public procurement;
- Have very good knowledge of the English language;
- Have strong communication and teamwork skills;
- Have experience in administering various operating systems (e.g., Windows, Linux, etc.);
- Have very good knowledge of Microsoft Office and web browsers.
Submission of documents
Candidates must submit the required documentation by post no later than 08.10.2026 to the Centralized Purchasing Operator, at the following address:
Rruga “Reshit Çollaku”, Building No. 6/337
(next to the Supreme Court)
The following documents must be submitted:
- Application letter clearly stating the position for which the candidate is applying;
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), including contact details, email address, etc.;
- Notarized copy of the diploma;
- Copy of the employment record book or an equivalent document certifying professional experience;
- Copies of qualification certificates, if any;
- Copies of foreign language certificates, if any;
- Certificate of judicial status / criminal record certificate;
- Medical fitness certificate for work.
The submitted documentation will be administered in accordance with Law No. 9887, dated 10.03.2008, “On Personal Data Protection”.