Rennie Mohan

Experience

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  Office of the Prime Minister

  Nov 2006 - Apr 2010

  Procurement Assistant

  A project by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and the World Bank.Involved in the procurement of goods, works and consultancies in connection to the response to HIV/AIDS in Trinidad and Tobago.Exposed to World Bank,UN, EU and GORTT Procurement Principles

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  Government Human Resource Services Company Limited

  May 2010 - Oct 2011

  Procurement Specialist

  The Government Human Resource Services Company Limited (GHRS) began operations in December 2006, with the overarching mandate being "To enhance the Human Resource capacity in the Public Service of Trinidad and Tobago." The operationalisation of this addresses both the current and future skills gaps of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, by taking a proactive perspective which focuses on securing the best talent, both locally and internationally, supporting Public Sector initiatives to enhance HR capacity, skills forecasting and applying technology to HR processes to create efficiencies.Involved in the Procurement of Consultancies, Goods and Services. A significant portion of my job involved prequalifying and procuring vendors to support our workspace outfitting projects. Show less

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  North Central Regional Health Authority

  Jan 2012 - Apr 2012

  Regional Logistics Coordinator
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  Citizen Security Programme -Ministry of National Security

  Sept 2012 - Jun 2019

  Procurement Support Officer/ Assistant Procurement Specialist

  Facilitate the procurement process and procedures including preparation of documents and facilitation of evaluationFacilitate the contract administration process, tender procedures and procurement guidelinesPrepares no objection request to the IDB in line with the IDB’s policies and guidelinesReviews procurement request and submit to Projects Department for Invoice OrderSupport Ministry of National Security’s procurement process including: Preparation of request for proposals; Expressions of Interest, receipt of quotation, bids or proposal; participate in evaluation committee; negotiation of contract termsAdvise stakeholders of IDB’s procurement requirements and processesEnsures all relevant documentation is included when submitting procurement request to IDB, CTB or Ministerial Tenders CommitteeEnsures all procurement activities are executed in an efficient and transparent manner Show less

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  Ministry of Health

  Jul 2019 - Jan 2020

  Procurement and Contract Management Consultant

  Preparation and update the Annual Procurement Plan using SEPA in conjunction with the preparation of the Annual Operations Plan and Project Execution Plan; inputting all necessary timelines and budgetary considerations for each procurement activity;Preparation of bidding documents for goods, non-consulting services and consulting services based on Terms of Reference, scope of services and technical specifications in keeping with IDB Standard Bidding Documents and Policies and within GORTT legal framework; Preparation and/or review of evaluation reports and associated contracts for accuracy and adherence to IDB, and GORTT established procurement policies, procedures and legal framework;Ensure that all relevant documentation is included with requests to MOH, IDB or CTB;Participate in pre-bid meetings, provide clarifications and complete minutes for prospective bidders;Prepare non-objection requests to the IDB in line with its policies and guidelines;Identify and screen potential suppliers and contractors; Provide guidance during contract negotiations: defining contract terms, pricing, performance requirements, service delivery schedules and other relevant contractual factors;Provide advice and guidance on interpretation of procurement policy to members of the PIU team and other relevant personnel of the MOH;Manage all procurement processes and contracts awarded; maintain proper records and liaise with the monitoring and Evaluation and Financial Specialist to prepare disbursement projections and payments;Assist with the establishment and maintenance of appropriate systems for Contract Administration; monitor contractors’ activities; review progress; identify problem areas; develop and prepare regular reports on the status of contracts; maintain computer database for the contract management system; and asset register; ensure all contractual obligations are fulfilled Show less

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  UNDP

  Jun 2020 - Oct 2020

  Procurement Associate

  Timely submission and continuous monitoring of all CO requests Ensure efficient completion of all requisitions and POs and approval of same and timely submissions Implementation of the internal control system which ensures that Purchase orders are duly prepared and dispatched. Follow up on timely corrective actions on POs with budget check errors and other problems. Implementation of proper monitoring and control of local procurement processes including organization of local RFQ, ITB or RFP, receipt of quotations, bids or proposals, their evaluation, negotiation of certain conditions of contractsPreliminary review of submissions to the Contract, Asset and Procurement Committee (CAP) and Advisory Committee on Procurement (ACP) when relevant Development and management of rosters of suppliers Preparation of weekly procurement reports detailing the status of all procurement goods and related services Utilizes all corporate procurement tools and dashboards to ensure the effective implementation of procurement services Provide any other forms of procurement support which may be deemed necessary to support the needs of the territories which the CO serves Liaises with the relevant corporate procurement units locally, regionally and internationally to ensure timely receipt of all procurement related documentation needed to receipt the delivery of good locallyEngages local authorities including the beneficiary Ministry, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and UNDP’s Customs Brokers to efficient process the receipt of goods locally Ensures timely approval and signature of all documents required for clearance of goods Communicates with relevant entities to ensure appropriate warehousing facilities are in place to accommodate and type and quantity of goods being received Assist in the finalization of project documents which are primarily focused on the procurement of goods and/or services Prepare timely inputs for donor reports on the status of procurement Show less

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  Ministry of Housing and Urban Development

  Oct 2020 - Jun 2024

  Procurement Specialist

  Ensures all procurement activities are prepared and implemented in a timely manner and reflect professional standards in accordance with GORTT and IADB guidelinesPreparing and Updating of annual procurement plan in relation to the Annual Operation Plan and Project Implementation Plan, inputting all necessary timelines and budgetary considerations in addition to technical and financial selection criteria for each procurement activity Develop standard formats for contracts and bidding documents. Prepare bidding documents for all goods and services based on terms of reference and technical specifications providedConduct bidders meetings, provide clarifications and complete minutes on the bidding process to biddersUnder the direction of the Programme Director, facilitate the formation and coordination of a procurement selection committee that will receive and review technical and financial bids in accordance with the GORTT and IADB guidelinesManage the procurement process and prepare final evaluation reports for review and signature by selection committee members Participates in the development programmes of the Ministry as it focuses on achieving its objectives Show less

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  MAG (Mines Advisory Group)

  Jul 2024 - now

  Logistics Officer