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Entry Level UN Logistics Assistant Job Opportunities – United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Job Title: Logistics Assistant
Organisation: United
Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Duty Station: Entebbe,
Uganda
Uganda
Reports to: Support
Services Officer (Logistics)
Services Officer (Logistics)
Vacancy Code: VA/2018/B5001/15340
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.
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.
Job Summary: The Logistics
Assistant will provide assistance in ensuring efficient logistics and asset
management services
Assistant will provide assistance in ensuring efficient logistics and asset
management services
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist
in the implementation of a coherent logistical supply system in accordance
with UNOPS PSC and mission systems; - Assist
in processing the incoming and outgoing movement of personnel and
equipment as required by the ESB in accordance with UNOPS, ESB and mission
rules and regulations; - Assist
with data capturing for inventory in line with UNOPS PSC Asset Management
Standard Operating Procedure (SOP); - Assist
the logistics team in overseeing the vehicle pool for providing
transportation services as required by the office, and to meet logistical
requirements; - Prepare
monthly vehicle trip summaries; - Assist
to oversee maintenance and servicing of vehicles with mission workshop and
update details of services into vehicle files; - Assist
with any procurement of items as directed by Procurement SSO or Logistics
SSO; - Ensures
the safe and proper storage of all UNOPS PSC assets at ESB as per the
UNOPS ESB Warehouse management SOP; - Perform
other related duties as required.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The
ideal candidate for the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Logistics Assistant job opportunity should have secondary education combined
with five (5) years of relevant experience is required OR a First level
degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in Supply Chain, Logistics,
Procurement or other relevant field combined with one (1) year of relevant
experience. - Relevant
experience is defined as experience in logistics, supply chain, inventory
control, procurement, asset or storage management. - One
year of UN experience in logistics or asset management is required. - Previous
experience with UNOPS is desired. - A
valid national driver’s license (operating manual transmissions) is
required. - Experience
in the use of computers and office software including; MS Office is
required. - Experience
of UNOPS ERP systems (oneUNOPS) is desired. - Experience
working in a multi-national /cultural environment is desired. - Language:
Fluency in English
(speaking, writing and reading) is required. Knowledge of another UN
official language is desired.
Personal Competencies:
- Treats
all individuals with respect; responds sensitively to differences and
encourages others to do the same. Upholds organizational and ethical
norms. Maintains high standards of trustworthiness. Role model for diversity
and inclusion. - Acts
as a positive role model contributing to the team spirit. Collaborates and
supports the development of others. For people managers only: Acts as
positive leadership role model, motivates, directs and inspires others to
succeed, utilizing appropriate leadership styles. - Demonstrates
understanding of the impact of own role on all partners and always puts
the end beneficiary first. Builds and maintains strong external
relationships and is a competent partner for others (if relevant to the
role). - Efficiently
establishes an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to
accomplish a goal. Actions lead to total task accomplishment through
concern for quality in all areas. Sees opportunities and takes the
initiative to act on them. Understands that responsible use of resources
maximizes our impact on our beneficiaries. - Open
to change and flexible in a fast paced environment. Effectively adapts own
approach to suit changing circumstances or requirements. Reflects on
experiences and modifies own behavior. Performance is consistent, even
under pressure. Always pursues continuous improvements. - Evaluates
data and courses of action to reach logical, pragmatic decisions. Takes an
unbiased, rational approach with calculated risks. Applies innovation and
creativity to problem-solving. - Expresses
ideas or facts in a clear, concise and open manner. Communication
indicates a consideration for the feelings and needs of others. Actively
listens and proactively shares knowledge. Handles conflict effectively, by
overcoming differences of opinion and finding common ground.
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.
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.
Deadline: 16th April 2018
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