Receiving & Inspection Assistant (UN Volunteer Jobs) – United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)

Job Title: Receiving & Inspection Assistant (UN Volunteer Jobs)

Organisation: United Nations Organisation Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)

Duty Station: Entebbe, Uganda

About Organisation:

Following the signing of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement in July 1999 between the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and five regional States (Angola, Namibia, Rwanda, Uganda and Zimbabwe) in July 1999, the Security Council established the United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUC) by its resolution 1279 of 30 November 1999, initially to plan for the observation of the ceasefire and disengagement of forces and maintain liaison with all parties to the Ceasefire Agreement. Later in a series of resolutions, the Council expanded the mandate of MONUC to the supervision of the implementation of the Ceasefire Agreement and assigned multiple related additional tasks.

Job Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Entebbe Receiving and Inspection (R&I) Unit Team Leader, the duties of the R&I Assistant will include, but are not limited to, the task descriptions below, among others:

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Liaise and monitor with MOVCON/Inbound coordinators on a daily basis for delivery alerts.
• Subsequently, advise the Integrated Warehouses (IWs) on resource requirements such as manpower, Material Handling Equipment (MHE) needs, and space allocation and utilization in the warehouses;
• Advise IWs of incoming cargo for preparation of resources such as personnel for unloading and MHE required, to ensure availability of space in the warehouse;
• Conduct Receiving and Inspection (R&I ) process for all incoming shipments, whether locally procured, by the United Nations Headquarters (UNHQ), donation, or transfer from other missions; organize bar coding of newly procured assets and attractive items in accordance with Department of Peacekeeping Operations (DPKO ) procedures and guidelines for control of United Nations (UN) owned property and the inventory control system.
• Enter newly procured goods into UMOJA by processing Goods Receipts.
• Submit regular reports for a continuous overview of supply chain operations including volumes and values of incoming goods;
• Develop and maintain transaction history files of assets using both manual and automated tools such as Business Data Analytics reporting tools and SAP/UMOJA.
• When overseeing the work of national staff or (non-)governmental counterparts, including Implementing Partners (IPs), the Volunteer is strongly encouraged to set aside dedicated time for capacity development through coaching, mentoring, formal, and on-the-job training;
• Perform any other related tasks as required by the supervisor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Age: 18 – 80 years
• Required experience
• 3 years

Nationality

• Candidate must be a national of a country other than the country of assignment.
• Assignment requirements
• Relevant experience
• 3 years

Languages

English, Level: Fluent, Required

French, Level: Basic, Desirable

• Required education level
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, Warehouse Operations, or equivalent.
• Competencies and values
• Integrity and professionalism: demonstrated expertise in area of specialty and ability to apply good judgment; high degree of autonomy, personal initiative and ability to take ownership; willingness to accept wide responsibilities and ability to work independently under established procedures in a politically sensitive environment, while exercising discretion, impartiality and neutrality; ability to manage information objectively, accurately and confidentially; responsive and client-oriented.
• Accountability: mature and responsible; ability to operate in compliance with organizational rules and regulations.
• Commitment to continuous learning: initiative and willingness to learn new skills and stay abreast of new developments in area of expertise; ability to adapt to changes in work environment.
• Planning and organizing effective organizational and problem-solving skills and ability to manage a large volume of work in an efficient and timely manner; ability to establish priorities and to plan, coordinate and monitor (own) work; ability to work under pressure, with conflicting deadlines, and to handle multiple concurrent projects/activities.
• Teamwork and respect for diversity: ability to operate effectively across organizational boundaries; ability to establish and maintain effective partnerships and harmonious working
• relations in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment with sensitivity and respect for diversity and gender;
• Communication: proven interpersonal skills; good spoken and written communication skills, including ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to conduct presentations, articulate options and positions concisely; ability to make and defend recommendations; ability to communicate and empathize with staff (including national staff), military personnel, volunteers, counterparts and local interlocutors coming from very diverse backgrounds; ability to maintain composure and remain helpful towards the staff, but objective, without showing personal interest; capacity to transfer information and knowledge to a wide range of different target groups;
• Flexibility, adaptability, and ability and willingness to operate independently in austere, remote and potentially hazardous environments for protracted periods, involving physical hardship and little comfort, and including possible extensive travel within the area of operations; willingness to transfer to other duty stations within area of operations as may be necessary;
• Genuine commitment towards the principles of voluntary engagement, which includes solidarity, compassion, reciprocity and self-reliance; and commitment towards the UN core values.
• Skills and experience
• At least 3 years of working experience in property management, warehousing management, inventory management and control systems, receipts and inspections, and/or relevant practical experience in private industry or governmental organizations.
• Knowledge, experience, and understanding of policies and procedures relating to the United Nations (UN ) field assets management.
• Area(s) of expertise
• Facilities management, shelter, Logistics, procurement, commodities
• Driving license

Light Vehicle (VL) Required

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 7th October 2026

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Level of Education: bachelor degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 36