Position: Logistics Officer -United Nations (Deadline June 2024)

Position: Logistics Officer -United Nations (Deadline June 2024)

Org. Setting and Reporting:

The United Nations Office to the African Union (UNOAU) was established in 2010 to enhance the interaction between the United Nations and the African Union. Its mandate includes strengthening the partnership in peace and security, providing coordinated advice, and improving the efficiency of UN operations in Addis Ababa. The position is situated in the General Services Unit of the Administrative Support Section of UNOAU, with the incumbent reporting to the Administrative Officer / Head of Administrative Support Section.

Responsibilities:

The Logistics Officer (FS-6) will be responsible for:

• Drafting various complex logistics plans for the Office.
• Preparing mission-specific Standard Operating Procedures for review.
• Drafting budget requirements for the Office.
• Managing logistics operations, including assets, contracts, and personnel.
• Providing logistics support to ongoing operations.
• Ensuring gender-specific needs are met in logistics requirements.
• Participating in technical surveys and verification.
• Identifying requirements and managing special logistics operations.
• Keeping records of logistic activities and essential supplies.
• Coordinating logistics activities with other units.
• Overseeing supply chain operations, including transportation and procurement.
• Ensuring accurate accounting, reporting, and internal control systems.
• Coordinating logistics operations with other UN agencies and organizations.
• Monitoring staff training and performance.
• Collecting and analyzing data for decision-making.
• Coordinating property maintenance and safety measures.
• Monitoring logistics performance metrics and implementing improvements.
• Following up on vendors/contractors to ensure timely delivery.
• Planning and managing logistics schedules.
• Maintaining accurate records of inventory and transactions.
• Ensuring compliance with local and international regulations.

Competencies:

• Professionalism: Ability to analyze data and convey information to management. Sound knowledge of international logistics operations and supply chain management.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively to achieve goals, values others’ expertise, and supports group decisions.
• Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals, prioritizes activities, and adjusts plans as required.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of degree or non-degree programs in data analytics, business analytics, or data science is desirable.

Job-Specific Qualifications:

• Professional certification in IPSAS is desirable.
• Local Process Expert (LPE) Certification in Umoja property management or equivalent is desirable.
• Completion of degree or non-degree programs in supply chain management is desirable.

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Work Experience:

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in field logistics operations or related areas.
• Experience in data analytics, inventory accounting, and supply chain acquisition planning tools is desirable.

Languages:

• Fluency in English, both oral and written, is required.
• Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable.

Assessment:

• Evaluation may include assessment exercises and competency-based interviews.

Special Notice:

• United Nations Considerations: Highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity are required.
• Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations.

Please refer to the online recruitment platform for detailed instructions and guidance.

Assessment:

Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice:

• Appointment or assignment to this position is initially for one year, subject to post availability, budgetary approval, or mandate extension.
• Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and may be reassigned periodically in accordance with established rules.
• The United Nations values efficiency, competence, and integrity, with consideration for geographic diversity.
• The organization is committed to diversity and inclusion, recruiting and employing staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, culture, ethnicity, or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for applicants with disabilities.
• Achieving 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity is a priority. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Applicants from underrepresented Member States are encouraged to apply.
• The United Nations places the highest importance on upholding human rights and maintaining a non-smoking environment.
• No fee is charged at any stage of the recruitment process.

Job Opening Details:

• Job Opening ID: 234495
• Job Network: Logistics, Transportation and Supply Chain
• Job Family: Logistics and Supply Chain
• Category and Level: Field Service, FS-6
• Duty Station: ADDIS ABABA
• Department/Office: United Nations Office to the African Union
• Date Posted: May 30, 2024
• Deadline: Jun 28, 2024

United Nations Considerations:

• Employment is based on securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Violations of international human rights law, humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment are disqualifying factors.
• Sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment are defined and prohibited.
• Candidates must not have committed crimes other than minor traffic offenses.
• Geographical diversity is important, and there are no gender restrictions on eligibility.
• Staff members may be assigned to different duty stations periodically.
• Applicants must follow instructions carefully and provide accurate information in their applications.
• Job openings are removed from the Careers Portal at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee:

The United Nations does not charge any fees during the recruitment process.

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