Papua New Guinea Increases National Procurement Capability

12 Mar 2009

Papua New Guinea will be in a stronger position to face challenges and opportunities following the commencement of the “CIPS International Certificate” programme in Port Moresby on the 9th March.

50 delegates selected from a range of public sector agencies will be sitting for the “CIPS International Certificate in Purchasing and Supply” over 2009 and 2010.

The programme provides a combination of face to face workshops, co-ordination of “study groups”  and a local study centre to support procurement officers in their work towards completing the CIPS examinations through 2009 and 2010.  

This exciting and unique programme is supported by AusAID, the Central Supply and Tenders Board (PNG),Ministry of Treasury and Finance (PNG) and the CIPSA professional development services team. The programme will increase  the technical procurement skills and capability within  PNG as the nation faces greater demand for procurement skills.  There is substantial investment in infrastructure and public services in PNG as the country faces expected GDP growth of around 6% this year.

The PNG Minister for Treasury & Finance, the Honorable Member Patrick Pruaitch, specifically cited the many “challenges faced in undertaking procurement in a developing country” and declared that “Procurement can now been recognized as a strategic tool which, if used to its full potential, can drive social and economic development within Papua New Guinea".

To find out more about this programme or to see how your organisation can be involved with supporting delegates in Papua New Guinea, please contact Edward Rayner, Professional Development Services Manager.

Email: edward.rayner@cipsa.com.au