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• The incumbent will coordinate crosspcutting
  support issues across various sections/services on behalf of the CMSC;
• Prepare logistics and support plans,
  deployment timelines and budget requirements for planned or new operations;
  
• The jobholder will develop and review
  logistical plans for existing operations, to incorporate any changes in
  mission mandate or downsizing;
• Develop logistics contingency plans to deal
  with emergent situations that may result from natural or man-made crisis
  situations;
• Develop and implement methodologies and tools
  to enable effective execution of logistic plans;
• The incumbent will manage logistics
  operations, including, material and personnel;
• Coordinate logistics activities with
  procurement, finance, humanitarian affairs and other substantive units;
• The incumbent will develop and implement
  logistics support policy, formulate SOPs to the common benefit of all
  mission units;
• Prepare and submit the logistics reports
  based on accurate and up-to-date information and data received from all
  relevant counterparts and distribute them according to requirements;
• Actively participate in visits to
  geographical areas of interest; prepare technical reports and briefings;
• Identify, plan and manage special logistics
  operations;
• Ensure that accurate and complete accounting,
  reporting and internal control systems are functioning and that all
  relevant records are maintained;
• Maintain an overall understanding of
  logistics capability available in the East African Region, including those
  of other UN Agencies/organizations and NGOs;
• Guide and supervise the work of new/junior
  logistics officers or staff; Ensure that supervised staff members are
  adequately trained and cross-trained;
• Identify additional training needs to achieve
  high working standards;
• Assume responsibilities of certifying officer
  upon request;
• Perform any other related tasks as required.

• The ideal candidate for the United Nations Logistics
  Officer career opportunity should have completed high school or hold an
  equivalent diploma. Certification/diploma or training in a logistics
  related discipline, such as International Road Transport Operations,
  Freight Forwarding, Supply Chain Management or other relevant fields is required.
• A minimum of ten years of progressively
  responsible professional experience in planning, coordinating and/or
  managing multi-modal support logistics operations in the field environment
  is required. The minimum years of relevant experience is reduced to 5
  years for candidates who possess a first university degree. Logistics
  planning experience in a complex environment is desirable.
• Previous experience within the context of a
  humanitarian relief, military, emergency management, peacekeeping or disaster
  relief operation is desirable. Logistics Planning experience in a complex
  environment is desirable.
• Documented experience in the movement of
  freight across International Borders by Multi-Modal Surface Transportation
  assets in both planning and operational roles is desirable.
• Languages: Fluency in oral and written English
  is required.

• Professionalism:  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.
• Accountability: Takes ownership of all
  responsibilities and honours commitments; Delivers outputs for which one
  has responsibility within prescribed time, cost and quality standards;
  Operates in compliance with organizational regulations and rules; Supports
  subordinates, provides oversight and takes responsibility for delegated
  assignments; Takes personal responsibility for his/her own shortcomings
  and those of the work unit, where applicable.
• Planning and 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.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with
  colleagues to achieve organizational goals; Solicits input by genuinely
  valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others;
  Places team agenda before personal agenda; Supports and acts in accordance
  with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely
  reflect own position; Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts
  joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

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