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Job Title: Senior Logistics Associate
Organisation: United Nations Office for Project Services
(UNOPS)
(UNOPS)
Vacancy Code: VA/2016/B5001/9731
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Support Services Officer
About UNOPS:
The
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) strives 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.
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) strives 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.
Key Duties and Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of Support
Services Officer, Senior Logistics Associate will perform the following:
Services Officer, Senior Logistics Associate will perform the following:
- Offer technical guidance to ensure efficient
logistics and asset management services, focusing on achievement of the
following results: - Assist and review the implementation of a
comprehensive logistics system in accordance with UNOPS Logistical
Procedures; - Render support in the implementation of a
coherent logistical supply system in accordance with UNOPS Procurement
Rules and Regulations; - Render support in management of the movement
of personnel and equipment into and within the duty station; - Carry out logistical services in accordance
with UNOPS rules and regulations. - Assist in Day-to-day management and reporting
on an asset management and accounting system for all UNOPS managed
equipment and properties in accordance UNOPS lease and asset management
policy. - Ensure handling of a repair and maintenance
system for all equipment including EDP equipment, communications
equipment, vehicles and generators, etc.; - Render support in efficient transport and
technical services, focusing on achievement of the following results: - Assist in establishment and management of a
vehicle pool for providing transportation services as required by the
office as well as to meet logistical needs. - Render support in the development and
implementation of a vehicle management and maintenance system in
accordance with UNOPS vehicle management policy and procedures. - Assist in provision of efficient procurement
and oversight of the support team focusing on achievement of the following
results: - Ensure Compliance with UNOPS rules and
regulations in the field and elaboration of the Programme procurement
strategies including procurement planning, sourcing strategy, supplier
selection and evaluation, quality management, customer relationship
management, e-procurement. - Assist in development of contract strategy
including tendering processes and evaluation, managing the contract and
contractor, legal implications. - Overview and assist in procurement processes
in accordance with UNOPS rules and regulations. - Overview and assist in implementation of a
procurement management system in relation to planning, awarding,
administering and monitoring of all matters related to procurement, in
accordance with UNOPS Procurement Manual; - Supervise the preparation of tendering
documents for international procurement requirements; the establishment of
shortlist of suitable contractors/suppliers, and the preparation and issue
of local tenders. Together with the requesting programme component,
evaluation of bids or proposals received and recommendations for contract
awards; - Ensure efficient implementation of a vendor
database and use of the system to record the listing, updating, evaluation
and monitoring of performance of service providers and vendors; - Provision of guidance on all procurement
matters. - Ensures proper management of security-related
issues, focusing on achievement of the following results: - Keenly review and insure security
arrangements in light of logistics related requirements, such as equipment
movement and storage for ex, and ensure the efficient implementation of
all recommended measures. - Perform any other related duties as required
by the Support Services Officer.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- The ideal candidate for the United Nations
Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Senior Logistics Associate vacancy
should hold a University degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in
business administration or public administration or logistics or any
related field with three (3) years of relevant experience. Or a High
school diploma or equivalent with minimum of seven (7) years of relevant
experience. - A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in
logistics or cargo movement or freight forwarding or procurement or
administration or any related fields is required; - Possess a valid national driver’s license is
required; - Previous experience with UN/UNOPS policies
and procedures is desirable; - Proficiency in the use of MS Office
particularly Word and Excel is desired; - Fluency in English (writing, speaking and
reading) is required;
Personal Competencies:
- 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; - Judgment/Decision-making: Identifies the key issues in a
complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers
relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and
negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with
an eye to the impact on others and on the organization. Proposes a course
of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information;
checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed
will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes
tough decisions when necessary. - Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and
effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others
and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style
and format to match the audience; Demonstrates openness in sharing
information and keeping people informed; - 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 decisions, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect
own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint
responsibility for team shortcomings. - 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. - Commitment to Continuous Learning: Keeps
abreast of new developments in own occupation/profession; actively seeks
to develop oneself professionally and personally; contributes to the
learning of colleagues and subordinates; shows willingness to learn from
others; seeks feedback to learn and improve.
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.
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.
Deadline: 27th March 2016
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