Doing Business with the UN - How to Navigate Procurement and Win Contracts

21 Oct 2026
Supply Chain and Procurement Room

Whether you're looking to secure your first UN contract or better understand how the procurement system works, this session is designed for organisations that are not yet supplying the UN, as well as those looking to expand their engagement. Procurement representatives from UN agencies will demystify how their organisations buy goods and services, share practical advice on getting started and answer the audience's burning questions on registration, tendering and what it takes to become a successful supplier.

Confirmed agencies include WFP, UNFPA and UNHCR.

Speakers
Eleanor Baha
Eleanor Baha, Former Deputy Director - UK Department of International Trade
Benjamin Safari
Benjamin Safari, Head of Supply Management Services - UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
WFP Procurement Speaker TBA
WFP Procurement Speaker TBA
UNFPA Procurement Speaker TBA
UNFPA Procurement Speaker TBA