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• Streamline asset management services,
  focusing on achievement of the following results:
• Keenly review and assist in the day-to-day
  management and reporting of assets, 
  maintain an accounting system for all UNOPS managed equipment and
  properties in accordance UNOPS lease and asset management policy
• Review and update the existing asset
  management and accounting system for all UNOPS managed equipment and
  properties in accordance with UNOPS asset management policy
• Streamline Abyei’s programme wide asset
  management framework in collaboration with the Support Service Officer
  (SSO) in country
• Carry out routine inspection and physical
  verification of all stores and equipment, ensure databases are up to date
  on the quantity, quality, serviceability, and location of relevant
  equipment/items
• Ensure that a register for assets,
  non-expendable property and equipment is maintained/updated for all
  programme locations on a regular basis
• Implement internal control system which
  ensures that goods in transit are tracked and monitored and the asset
  registry records are updated on a regular basis
• Prepare relevant asset disposal
  documentation for review and approval in accordance with UNOPS rules and
  regulations

• Actively contribute substantively in the
  development and implementation of a comprehensive logistics system that
  will operate in accordance with UNOPS logistical procedures
• Implement a coherent programme wide
  logistical supply system which will come into effect in accordance with
  UNOPS procurement rules and regulations
• Carry out all programme logistical
  services in accordance with UNOPS rules and regulations   
• Routinely facilitate knowledge building and
  sharing focusing on achievement of the following results:
• Organize trainings for the support and
  operations staff on supply chain, logistics and asset management processes
  to ensure the capacity building of the existing support staff at each
  programme location
• Ensure that programme appointed support
  staff are fully aware of UNOPS rules and regulations regarding asset
  management, as well as programme specific asset management framework
• Ensure compliance with relevant asset
  management rules and regulations, and in doing so ensure that support
  staff is able to carry out asset management functions independently and in
  accordance with relevant rules
• Introduce and synthesize lessons learnt
  and best practices in logistics and asset management
• Contribute to knowledge networks and
  communities of practice
• Perform other related duties as required

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations
  Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Logistics and Assets Management
  Officer job vacancy should hold an Advanced University Degree (Masters
  Degree or equivalent) in Public Administration, Supply Chain Management,
  Logistics, Asset Management or related subjects with at least two (2)
  years of relevant work experience; or a First level University degree
  (Bachelors Degree or equivalent) with four (4) years of experience; or a
  Secondary school diploma or equivalent with eight (8) years of experience
  may be accepted in lieu of advance degree.
• At least two (2) years of experience in
  asset management, supply chain management, cargo management or logistics;
  or two years of combined experience in any of the aforementioned fields
• Previous experience in supporting projects
  and working with clients is required
• Possession of a Valid driver’s license is
  required
• Professional Certification in Supply Chain
  Management is desired
• Professional Certification in Asset
  Management is desired
• Previous experience working with UNOPS or
  other UN agency is considered an advantage   
• Experience in managing assets for an international
  organisation is an asset
• Previously work experience in Sudan/South
  Sudan is desired
• Ability to adapt and engage in
  implementation of new systems is desired
• Excellent inter-personal and communication
  skills is desired
• Fluency in English (Speaking, reading and
  writing) is required
• Knowledge of other UN languages is desired

• Communication: Speaks and
  writes clearly and effectively; Listens to others, correctly interprets
  messages and responds appropriately; Asks questions to clarify, and
  exhibits interest in having two-way communication; Tailors language, tone,
  style and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing
  information and keeping people informed.
• Planning and Organizing:
  Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies;
  Identifies priority activities and assignment, adjusts priorities as
  requires; Allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for
  completing work; Foresees risks and allows for contingencies when
  planning; Monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; Uses time
  efficiently
• Client Orientation: Considers
  all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see
  things from clients’ point of view; Establishes and maintains productive
  partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies
  clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; Monitors ongoing
  developments inside and outside the clients’ environment to keep informed
  and anticipate problems; Keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in
  project

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