Organisation: United Nations
Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Vacancy Code:
VA/2017/B5004/11821
VA/2017/B5004/11821
Duty Station: Kampala,
Uganda
Uganda
About UNOPS:
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)’ mission is to
expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace
building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in
need. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS
vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet
world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN
organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other
development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to
results on the ground.
expand the capacity of the UN system and its partners to implement peace
building, humanitarian and development operations that matter for people in
need. Working in some of the world’s most challenging environments, UNOPS
vision is to always satisfy partners with management services that meet
world-class standards of quality, speed and cost effectiveness. By assisting UN
organizations, international financial institutions, governments and other
development partners, UNOPS makes significant, tangible contributions to
results on the ground.
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Prepare business intelligence reports in
order to collect data using existing information systems, including Umoja,
and analyse supply chain management data related to the implementation of
an end-to-end supply chain management for a limited set of commodities
commonly used by the peacekeeping missions of the EAC and improve the
overall performance of the supply chain. - Apply knowledge of metrics from the
Performance element of the SCOR model in order to define appropriate key
performance indicators, which will be used to establish a baseline of
current implementation status. - Develop a performance management framework
based on the Supply Chain Operations Reference (SCOR) model, as well as a
baseline from an in-depth analysis of selected commodities to measure and
assess the timeliness, effectiveness and efficiency of the supply chain. - Make business-related recommendations
including viability of usage of existing IT systems and/or infrastructure
and industry IT standards/solutions relevant to information requirements
of the Supply Chain process owners - Compose complex technical documents
including business cases, software and technical requirements, standard
operating procedures, guidelines, process and project documentation,
workflows, and special reports; - The incumbent will facilitate customer
workshops/interviews to collect, analyse, validate and document business
requirements, processes, business rules and workflows - Plan and execute change management
activities to ensure efficient transition into Operations and utilization
of project deliverables by the business - Work in liaison with cross-functional
teams and technical staff to produce and manage documentation in support
of supply chain management projects and service delivery; - Develop and produce reports and briefings
including strategy papers and analytical reports. - Support project manager(s) in project
planning, update and risk related matters and serve as back-up as and when
needed. - Perform other related duties as required.
Qualifications, Skills and
Experience:
Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the United Nations
Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Project Specialist (SCM East Africa
Corridor) job placement should hold an Advanced University Degree (Masters
or equivalent) in supply chain management, logistics, information systems
and/or information technology, business administration, public
administration, or related field is required. A first level university
degree and extensive relevant experience maybe accepted in lieu of
advanced degree. - PRINCE2 Practitioner certification is
required and SCOR certification is desirable. - At least five years of professional
experience in project management, supply chain management, and/or business
process analysis and engineering. - Operational experience in managing large
scale projects in multi-party setting is required. - Proven experience in managing teams is
desirable. - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft
Office. - Diverse knowledge of technologies and
methodologies in use by the UN, such as industry standard business
analysis tools and enterprise resource planning systems, as well as a
strong understanding of supply chain management and related approaches, is
highly desirable. - Languages: Fluency in written
and spoken English is required. Fluency in one or more official UN
languages is desirable.
Personal Competencies:
- Professionalism: Strong
theoretical background and knowledge of supply chain management best
practice implementation. Strong conceptual and analytical skills and
demonstrated problem solving abilities required. Excellent experience in
ERP, SCM and project management. Best practice implementation in the field
of project management and business analysis. Shows persistence when faced with
difficult problems or challenges. Remains calm in stressful situations.
Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring
the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work. Willingness to learn new technologies
and maintain industry knowledge. - Client Orientation: Ability to
identify and analyse client needs and develop appropriate technology
solutions to meet business requirements. Considers all those to whom services
are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from
clients’ point of view. Meets time line for delivery of product or
services to client. Excellent client-facing and internal communication
skills is required. - Communications: Excellent
communication (spoken and written) skills, including the ability to convey
complex technical concepts both orally and in writing, in a clear, concise
manner. Ability to communicate with various levels of technical experience
(developers/ operations/ end users/management / support staff).
Exceptional technical written and oral English language skills, including
knowledge of synonyms and understanding of technical terminology in a wide
variety of fields to avoid duplication in Material and Service Master
Records. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Planning & Organizing:
Ability to organize, plan and implement work assignments, manage competing
demands and work under pressure of frequent and tight deadlines. Foresees
risks and allows for contingencies when planning. Monitors and adjusts
plans and actions as necessary. Solid organizational skills including
attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. Ability to prioritize and
multitask. - Teamwork: Strong interpersonal
skills and ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and
working relations with people in a multicultural, multi-ethnic environment
with sensitivity and respect for diversity. Works collaboratively with
colleagues to achieve organisational goals. Builds consensus for task purpose and
direction with team members. Shares credit for team accomplishments and
accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings. Supports and acts in
accordance with final group decisions, even when such decisions may not
entirely reflect own position.
How to Apply:
If interested in joining the United Nations Office for Project Services
(UNOPS) in the aforementioned capacity, please click on link below to visit
website and create profile or express interest if you already have a profile on
the UN system.
(UNOPS) in the aforementioned capacity, please click on link below to visit
website and create profile or express interest if you already have a profile on
the UN system.
Deadline: 6th March 2017
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