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• Exercises managerial and supervisory control over all acquisitions
  and requisitions required by the mission.
• Develops, prepares, coordinates and monitors overall
  Demand/Acquisition support plans including logistics forecasting, supply
  schedules, priorities or requirements, and resolution of urgent
  operational needs.
• Monitors and coordinates all multifunctional Acquisitions between
  stakeholders and the supply chain management services.
• Assists the CSCMS in the development of policy and procedures for
  Demand/Acquisition/Requisition support.
• Acts as the principal liaison between SCMS and SDS/technical staff
  for demand/acquisition/requisition planning matters and coordinates day to
  day support of logistics operations/requirements.
• Briefs the CSCMS on a daily basis on the ongoing operation/requests
  and stocks levels/situation.
• Ensures that acquisition/logistics requirements take account of
  gender-specific needs.
• Advises senior management on demand/acquisition/logistics
  management, structures and staffing levels to ensure that they are at all
  times adequate to meet the requirements of the mission’s strategy
  requirements.
• Leads demand/logistics reconnaissance missions to various locations
  in the field to ensure improved clients logistics support.
• Organizes and chairs demand/acquisition/requisition/logistics
  meetings.
• Develops a training program and SOPs for
  demand/acquisition/requisition/logistics staff in coordination with all
  stakeholders and the various administration sections.
• Provide training in IPSAS, Umoja, Supply Chain Operations Reference
  (SCOR), Business intelligence and audit tracking to staff of the section.
• Manages all section staff throughout the mission area. Develops
  workplan, evaluates staff performance and interviews/evaluates candidates
  for job openings.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations Organization
  Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)
  Logistics Officer job placement should hold an advanced university degree
  (Masters degree or equivalent) in operations and supply chain management,
  logistics, business administration, or related field. A first-level
  university degree with a relevant combination of academic qualifications
  and experience in areas such as Demand/Acquisition Planning, logistics
  operations/management, supply chain management, etc. may be accepted in
  lieu of the advanced university degree.
• At least seven years of progressively responsible experience in
  operations and supply chain management, logistics operations in military,
  commercial or international organizations, or related area.
• Qualifications in IPSAS, SCOR, Prince 2 and Umoja SAP are an
  additional advantage.
• Languages: Fluency
  in spoken and written English is required. Working knowledge in French is
  an additional advantage.

• Professionalism:
  Ability to develop policy and procedures for field supply support. Ability
  to manage a supply programme in a field operation. Ability to provide
  technical advice to managers across the entire range of supply functions.
  Knowledge of UN financial rules and regulations. Shows pride in work and
  in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of
  subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,
  observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional
  rather than personal concerns; 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.
• Planning & Organizing: Develops clear goals that are
  consistent with agreed strategies. Identifies priority activities and
  assignments; adjusts priorities as required. 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 projects. Meets timeline for delivery of products
  or services to client.
• Leadership: Serves
  as a role model that other people want to follow. Empowers others to
  translate vision into results. Is proactive in developing strategies to
  accomplish objectives. Establishes and maintains relationships with a
  broad range of people to understand needs and gain support. Anticipates
  and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions. Drives
  for change and improvement; does not accept the status quo. Shows the
  courage to take unpopular stands

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