Anti-Corruption and Ethics in Procurement
Description:
The aim of this course is to provide participants with a clear understanding of how to recognise, reduce and detect corrupt behaviour and conflicts of interest in public procurement, and to increase awareness of the importance of ethical conduct throughout the whole procurement process.
Designed For:
This course is designed for procurement practitioners in the public sector and also for those working in functions that are directly related to any stage of the procurement cycle or who interact with any of the key stakeholders involved in the procurement process. Specifically, it would be relevant to those new to the procurement function, those wishing to refresh their knowledge on Ethics in Public Procurement and those interested in raising awareness of corrupt and fraudulent behaviour with the aim of reducing, preventing and detecting unethical practices in the supply chain within their organisation.
Objectives:
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Recognise the essential role of each stakeholder in reducing opportunities for corrupt practices and conflicts of interest through promulgation of best practices and application of transparent and accountable policies, procedures and standards
- Recognise where in the procurement process corruption risks and ethical dilemmas can occur and understand how to anticipate and avoid them through proper risk management and monitoring.
- Promote common values and define the behaviour and performance expected of UN Staff/International Civil Servants
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of how the principles of public procurement play a key role in conducting a fair and ethical procurement process.
Topics to be covered:
- UNCITRAL Model Law on Public Procurement
- United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) – Article 9
- Principles of Public Procurement
- The Procurement Cycle and Procurement Methods
- Major risk areas for corruption
- Prevention and detection of corrupt practices
- The role of eProcurement in reducing the risk of fraud and corruption
- Roles and Responsibilities of the key stakeholders in Public Procurement
- Ethics in procurement from an organisational perspective
- Ethics in procurement from a procurement practitioner’s perspective
- Ethics in procurement from a supplier’s perspective
- Segregation of duties
- Internal controls, Audit and Oversight
- Procurement Performance review and Evaluation
- Vendor suspension policy
Methodology:
- The course is designed to be highly interactive
- Each module starts with an overview of the relevant theory, rules, policies and procedures – followed by case studies and group discussions
- Participants will be working on challenging hands-on practical exercises and case studies with peers from other organizations and share best practices in public procurement
- The course will also provide participants with the opportunity to discuss ethical issues of procurement rules and regulations of the various UN and public organisations
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Fee:
$1275 USD per participant