Somalia: Supply and Logistics Officer NO-A (Temporary Appointment)

If you are qualified SomaliNational looking for a chance to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Somali children while gaining opportunities for career growth, you are invited to apply for the above post of Supply and Logistics Officer with UNICEF Somalia based in Garowe.

If successful, you will be part of a dynamic and passionate team in Somalia and Nairobi that works together to improve the health, nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene, and basic education of Somali girls and boys and protect them from violence, exploitation and abuse.

The successful candidate will be offered a Temporary Appointmentfor 364 days. Further extensions will be based on organizational needs, availability of funds and satisfactory performance.

Purpose of the Post

Under the direct guidance of the Operations Manager, assists in the procurement, distribution and monitoring of UNICEF's supplies, in support of the Country Programme.

Major duties and responsibilities:

• Assists in the implementation of the supply component of the Country Programme, including a system for the procurement and distribution of supplies to all project sites.
• Interacts with the Programme Section in the preparation of appropriate documents: Purchase Requisition and Purchase Orders, etc.; according to procurement specifications and supply procedures.
• Ensures effective procurement and logistics planning, facilitates customs clearance, tax exemption, safe and effective storage of programme and office supplies, timely distribution of supplies to end-users from ports of entry and UNICEF warehouse.
• Undertakes local procurements, as required. Participates in CRC. When required, maintains contact with customs and immigration officials for supplies’ clearance / tax exemption of programme and office supplies and follows the required protocol.
• Ensures effective and accurate VISION recording for receipts/releases and quarterly stock count of UNICEF warehouse. Undertakes field visits to project sites to monitor supply inputs. Proposes corrective actions to improve logistical procedures.
• Identifies training needs and develops training activities in supply and logistics management for UNICEF's staff/consultants and partners, designed to improve supply and logistics management, and delivery to the end-user.
• In cooperation with CO, maintains VISION supply and logistics reports required for donor reports, budget reviews, programme analysis, annual reports, appeals, etc.

Qualifications, Experience and Attributes

• University degree in Business Administration, Management or a related field.
• One year of professional work experience in supply and logistics management at national and international levels.
• Work experience in emergency duty station desirable.
• Fluency in English and Somali.
• Knowledge of the local working language of the duty station is an asset.

Competencies

i) Core Values (Required)

•Commitment

• Diversity and Inclusion

• Integrity

ii) Core Competencies (Required)

•Communication

• Drive for Result

• Working with People

iii) Functional Competencies (Required)

•Applying Technical Expertise

• Adapting and Responding to Change

• Deciding and Initiating Actions

• Following Instructions and Procedures

• Leading and Supervising

• Planning and Organizing

iv) Technical Knowledge

a) Specific Technical Knowledge required

· Specialized, standard technical knowledge (product knowledge, market research/analysis) required for essential Supply Management/Purchasing/Contracting (e.g., vaccine, equipment, medical supplies, contracts, customs function, taxation, insurance, etc.).

· Knowledge of relevant Information Technology software

b) Common Technical Knowledge required (for the job group)

• Knowledge of managing inventory, transport, and diverse logistics operations (e.g., programme supply & logistics) in the international environment

• Knowledge of supply/contracting/logistics policies, goals, strategies, and approaches

• Knowledge of public procurement principles and processes

• Knowledge of procurement process from procurement planning, to execution to contract management and administration, including procurement methods and tools of good procurement practice

• Knowledge of establishing strategic, long term and sustainable procurement arrangements.

• Knowledge of general principles and processes involved in risk management in procurement, including risk analysis and evaluation techniques.

• Knowledge of financial and legal implications in procurement process.

• Knowledge of category management.

c) Technical Knowledge to be Acquired/Enhanced (for the Job)

• UNICEF Supply Function goals, visions, positions, policies and strategies. (E.g., SUPDIRs, PROs, Executive Directives).

• Rules and regulations of supply and Programme manuals and instructions. (E.g., Supply Field Manual, Programme, Policy and Procedures Manual).

• Financial circulars and rules, regulations and manual.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications with updated UN Personal History Form (On this link, http://www.unon.org/docs/P11.doc) updated CV, copies of academic certificates to the email address below. UN staff are requested to provide at least two Performance Evaluation Reports (PERs). Please quote the vacancy number and post title in the subject line of your application. Applications submitted without a duly completed and signed Personal History Form (P11) will not be considered.

Email to: somaliahrvacancies@unicef.org

QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ESPECIALLYENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

UNICEF is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages qualified female and male candidates from all national, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply to become a part of our organisation.

More vacancy announcements are posted on UNICEF Somalia website http://www.unicef.org/somalia/index.htm