A7 Public Procurement and Contract Management

A7 — Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) Procurement

Level 1 (Professional Certificate) 4 contact days 6 CPD credits 60 NLH XAF 250,000

Qualification Purpose

To introduce learners to the procurement structures, risk allocation, and processes associated with Public-Private Partnerships.

Occupational Profile

Officers supporting PPP project preparation and procurement.

Entry Requirements

Open access. No formal prerequisite. Basic literacy and numeracy, or relevant work exposure, is recommended but not required.

Target Learners

Procurement officers, project officers involved in infrastructure or PPP projects.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion, the learner will be able to:

  • Describe common PPP models (BOT, concession, joint venture).
  • Assess basic PPP feasibility and value-for-money criteria.
  • Support the structuring of PPP procurement documentation.
  • Identify risk allocation principles in PPP arrangements.

Assessment & Workplace Learning Strategy

Minimum 80% attendance, plus an applied assignment or case study, assessed on a competency-based pass/fail basis by an AISCR-appointed assessor. Mandatory completion of a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE).

Note: Workplace learning requirements are governed as per Common Provisions, Section 1.3.

Progression & Professional Designation

Progression Pathways: Feeds into L2-A and L2-F.

Professional Designation: Individual Level 1 certificates do not carry a standalone professional designation. A learner who completes three or more Level 1 certificates within a single occupational family becomes eligible for the AISCR Associate designation in that family.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion prepares candidates for roles such as: PPP Procurement Officer, Project Procurement Officer

Part of the AISCR Certified Associate Pathway

Completing 3 Level 1 certificates in this occupational family qualifies learners for official status as an AISCR Certified Associate.

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